Guided 10 Min Meditation For Beginners: Exercise In Presence

Meditation for beginners can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Join me for a 10-minute guided practice to experience for yourself the healing potential of meditation...

Meditation has transformed my life in many ways. Contrary to popular belief, it's not about having a completely quiet mind. It's about noticing our thoughts and learning to let them pass by without getting caught up in them.

Without stressing too hard about it, we want to place ourselves in the present moment. When I sit down to meditate, I begin by focusing on my breath. I observe the sensation of the air moving in and out of my body and use it as an anchor to bring my attention back, whenever my mind starts to wander.

Of course, my mind wanders all the time - that's just what minds do! But with daily practice, I've begun to learn to recognize when thoughts have drawn me away from the present moment. From here I can gently bring my attention back to my breath, and start again.