Meditation plays an important part in my life. The practice of sitting or lying in stillness and quiet, allows me to connect with myself on a deep, intimate, nurturing level. This self-connection supports my values as a human – creating space for clarity, curiosity, self-love, acceptance, stimulation, mystery, discovery, self-kindness, and the opportunity for insight, growth, healing, and wisdom. Meditation reminds me of the bigger picture in life, in my life. Practising meditation is the foundation of my mental health and well-being.
I studied meditation and mindfulness at the Australian Centre for Meditation & Mindfulness, under the astute guidance of Tim James (Meditation Life) & Lisa Forde (President of Meditation Australia).
I am a nationally recognised and accredited meditation facilitator and teacher. I am employed by the ACMM, as a mentor and coach to students – a role that enriches my life.
Guided Meditations
Meditation and mindfulness strongly align and complement the therapy style I practice. It is a skill and technique that I teach to support the human journey of acceptance, experience, connection & fulfillment. There is no greater tool in therapy than awareness.
I offer guided meditations as therapy and for clients to experience a deep level of peace and self-connection, allowing for inner wisdom to flow. There are so many different techniques to explore in meditation. These sessions are designed for everyone, regardless of your meditation experience.
Here is what you can expect from a guided meditation session –
- Introduce and discuss the technique
- Verbal guidance through the meditative process in a quiet, cosy, warm environment
- Actual meditation time varies between 20-40 minutes, based upon your needs.
- You can sit or lie down – blankets, chairs & bolsters provided
- Integrate the experience with sharing
- A recording of the meditation
Benefits & Reasons For Meditation
Meditation is such a deep personal practice. The experience of holding whatever arises with softness and ease, without expectations and judgement, can reveal insights that may not be available otherwise.
Here are some of the reasons people meditate and the benefits they receive
- Learn and deepen your existing practice
- Establish presence & inner calmness
- Reconnect with your sense of self, your relationship to others and the world
- Learn the ancient art of meditation
- Develop life balance & establish life values
- Stress and anxiety management
- Develop emotional flexibility by exploring emotions & feelings, without judgment & resistance.
- Practice self-kindness, self-compassion & self-discovery.
- Gain perspective & reframe negative or unhelpful thoughts
- Develop emotional regulation & build resilience
- Relaxation
- Find comfort in solitude
- Establish a self-care routine
- Cultivate compassion & kindness
- Spiritual awakening
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- Reduces stress
- Anxiety management
- Reduces the symptoms of depression
- Lowers blood pressure
- Strengthens immune system
- Improves memory and the brain structure
- Regulates mood
- Increase self-awareness & the ability to stay present
- Helps manage addiction
- Improve sleep
It's up to each person to determine if meditation is right for them at the given time for their circumstances. If you're currently seeking support for mental health concerns, please check with your physician if meditation and mindfulness is appropriate for you before commencing.
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