Meditation therapy is an emerging field with the potential to transform mental and emotional well-being. While I never initially thought of my sessions as “meditation therapy,” a client once described them as “as much therapy as meditation.” That’s when I realized: meditation therapy is about more than just teaching meditation—it’s about deep, personal healing. What…
As a meditation coach, I’ve come to learn many things about meditation that I never would have known had I not started teaching. For instance, that the best meditation techniques for you might not be the same as they are for me. Different people do better with different methods. And you should probably do the…
Today, I was talking to a friend who doesn’t meditate. When I asked why, they told me that meditation gives them anxiety attacks.They’re not the first person to say this to me. In fact, it’s more common than you might think. We all know meditation has incredible mental health benefits—it helps with anxiety, promotes relaxation,…
I didn’t expect meditation to make me quiet. But after a few months, I couldn’t find my words in conversations. I’d sit there, blank, still, disconnected. I remember Googling why does meditation make you quiet—and feeling a jolt of recognition when I found a Reddit thread called “Meditation is making it impossible to talk to…
Some of the most important truths I’ve uncovered didn’t come from silence—they came from strange symbols, dream fragments, and conversations with parts of myself I didn’t know were there. That’s the power of Active Imagination Meditation. Originally developed by Carl Jung, Active Imagination Meditation invites you to enter a dialogue with your unconscious—through images, voices,…
Explore how DBT meditation techniques can help you access Wise Mind for better decision-making. Do you ever find yourself reacting impulsively, driven by emotions, or relying solely on logic without considering your feelings? Finding a balance between these two is the key to accessing Wise Mind—a central concept in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Wise Mind…
Ego death through meditation is often described as the peak of spiritual awakening—a total dissolving of the self into stillness. But is ego death truly liberation, or can it become a spiritual trap? As a meditation teacher who has experienced ego collapse firsthand through Borderline Personality Disorder, I’ve seen both the beauty and the danger….
If you’re curious about Nada Yoga meditation, you’re not alone. As both a musician and a meditation teacher, I’ve always been drawn to practices that use sound for healing and awakening. Nada Yoga is one of the most powerful techniques I’ve found for connecting with both the self and something greater. If you’ve been feeling…
I’d like to share a neat trick I’ve found: Self referencing, or seeing yourself in third person. This felt strange to me at first, even a little weird. But then I tried it, and I was surprised by how quickly it helped me step back from swirling emotions and runaway thoughts. If you’ve ever felt…
Discover a wonderful meditation for self criticism to help you to accept yourself and to stop being judgmental. First, a question. Why are we humans so self critical? Why are we the first ones to comment on our own mistakes, and the last ones to shut up about them? I remember one time when I…
Somatic meditation helped me when nothing else could. My thoughts were loud, chaotic, and exhausting—and traditional meditation just made it worse. After 25 years of practicing and teaching meditation, I’ve found that for many people—especially those dealing with anxiety, trauma, or chronic stress—the problem isn’t that they can’t meditate. It’s that they’ve been taught to…
Most people searching for a meditation for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) aren’t looking for peace—they’re looking for something that keeps them from unraveling. When emotions hit like a switchblade, and relationships feel like minefields, you don’t need fluffy affirmations. You need structure. Stillness. A way to stay with yourself when your nervous system wants to…
Consciousness is everything. It’s the feeling of warmth when you hug a loved one. It’s the taste of chocolate, the sound of water, the awareness of being alive. Every experience happens through consciousness. So, what if you could expand your consciousness? What if you could heighten awareness, deepen perception, and experience life more fully? This…
In this guide, I will share a powerful meditation for developing leadership skills, and I’ll explain why I believe that mindfulness is the absolute number one tool for leaders. Here’s the truth: absolutely anyone can become a good leader. Whether it’s in the workplace, on the sports field, or even just with your family, you…
Dzogchen meditation is a technique that some say could cause spontaneous enlightenment. It is mostly practised to cultivate Rig Pa, which is a clear and blissful mind. Typically, Dzogchen has been written about in overly complex ways that alienate newcomers. However, it needn’t be so complicated. Let me explain. What is Dzogchen Meditation? In a…
We here at The Daily Meditation often help companies to introduce meditation at work, and we’ve seen how beneficial this can be. Indeed, our unique approach to corporate meditation could very well be the solution to one of society’s biggest problems: Stressed employees. It’s a well-known fact that stress is one of the top five killers,…
I was stuck in loops of doubt until I discovered analytical meditation—have you ever felt frustrated when meditation just felt hollow? Many of us sit in silence and still come away more tangled than before. Analytical meditation uses inquiry to cut through mental fog, guiding you to challenge unhelpful thoughts instead of ignoring them. I’ve…
Self-inquiry meditation is one of the most powerful techniques I teach in my private lessons. It can radically shift your self-perception, revealing your true nature beyond thoughts, emotions, or identity. If traditional meditation has ever left you feeling stuck in your own mind, this practice offers a way through. By turning attention toward the question…
Today on The Daily Meditation podcast I chat with Milana Perepyolkina, author of the bestselling Gypsy Energy Secrets. In the episode, Milana encourages us to get in contact with our spiritual side. She shares how a near death experience completely changed her perspective on life, and reveals a wonderful exercise for gratitude. Big thanks to…
In this episode of The Daily Meditation podcast I discuss what to do when meditation doesnt help with anxiety. Transcript Today on the daily meditation, I’m going to explain what to do if your meditation practice is not helping you with your anxiety. Now. Anxiety, of course, is one of the most common mental health…