How do we create positive habits (and lose the bad ones)?

How do we create positive habits (and lose the bad ones)?

Simply with mindfulness. And a lot of motivation and willpower. We often do actions on autopilot. By integrating mindfulness in our life, we instill new habits, we take control of who we are and better ourselves. Positive changes in our life transform us and make us...
Lust, Love and Brahmacharya Meditation

Lust, Love and Brahmacharya Meditation

It is important to first define the three terms. Lust: when energy is felt at the sex center. Love: when energy reaches the heart center. Brahmacharya: when the energy rises from the sex to the heart and finally reaches the head. This fourth Yama is often translated...
Slow Down Meditation

Slow Down Meditation

Pose: Balasana (child’s pose) When I wrote this meditation Christmas was around the corner. Christmas is the time to spend time with those we love the most. It is time to slow down and wind down as the end of the year approaches. Time to recharge our batteries. Time...
I Release Control Meditation

I Release Control Meditation

The inspiration for the meditation was the Song: I release control by Alexa Sunshine Rose. We live in a society where we ought to be in control. Our life should be planned, organised and structured. Controlling every aspect of our life can lead to deception when...
Gratitude Meditation

Gratitude Meditation

Thanksgiving’s holiday inspired me the Gratitude Meditation below. Bring your attention to your breath. Each breath brings you life. Bring awareness to your heartbeat.  Your heart filled with harmony, love, peace, compassion, empathy, forgiveness  Thank your eyes that...
Ahimsa Meditation 

Ahimsa Meditation 

Ahimsa -non-harming-  is the first Yama or ethical rules of yoga (from Yoga Sutras of Patanjali).  Defined as nonviolence, non-injury, compassion and kindness.  Practicing ahimsa is restraining of any violent or negative impulses that could harm oneself or others. It...
Embrace the Present Moment Meditation

Embrace the Present Moment Meditation

Yesterday is behind us. It is gone. Today is NOW. Tomorrow is in front of us. It did not happen yet.  The only way to enjoy the present moment is to live neither in the past nor in the future but now.  How to Practice Moment Awareness: – Act to better yourself...
Inner Fire Meditation

Inner Fire Meditation

The Tibetan term for inner fire is TUMMO. It combines breath, movement and visualisation techniques to enter a deep state of meditation which increases inner heat. Our inner fire controls our body temperature.  PRANAYAMA: Kapalabhati – breath of fire or...
Fear Taming Meditation

Fear Taming Meditation

Everyone has fears. What are your fears? Dying, failing, falling, getting sick. Fears are initiated in our mind yet they are felt in our body.  Where do you feel these fears in your body? With a Fearless heart, welcome your fears.  Breathe through the discomfort… your...
Fate Meditation

Fate Meditation

What is your destiny? . How do I master my fate? . How can I become the Captain of my soul? . Dissolve fate. . Rewrite your destiny. . Journal how you feel. Ask yourself what is your destiny and write it down. Then, begin the meditation.  . Sitting comfortably with...
Shine Your Light Meditation

Shine Your Light Meditation

Let your body relax. Sink into your mat as your muscles relax they get heavier. Visualize a spark in your heart. Imagine the spark glowing brighter. The glow expands out of your chest.  The light becomes brighter and brighter and fills your chest. Feel the sensation...
Loving Kindness Meditation

Loving Kindness Meditation

I found a scarf hanging in front of a church downtown Montreal. There was a little note attached to the scarf that read «I am not lost. If you are cold and need me please take me. Kindness matters. » Member Login Username: Password: What a beautiful gesture of...
Chakra Meditation or Rainbow Meditation

Chakra Meditation or Rainbow Meditation

Chakra Meditation (Rainbow Meditation) The Sanskrit word Chakra is translated as spinning disk or wheel. Chakra is defined as energy centers.  1️⃣ Visualize the colour red as you focus on the Muladhara or Root Chakra at the base of your spine. It represents security,...
Key to Freedom Meditation

Key to Freedom Meditation

Find a comfortable position where you can be still for a few minutes. Seated or lying down. Close your eyes gently or half closed. In the following meditation, we will search for our inner freedom. What is freedom? How do you define freedom? There are many definitions...
Self Respect Meditation

Self Respect Meditation

SELF-RESPECT MEDITATION (OR I LOVE MYSELF! MEDITATION) … Hello yogis and yoginis, I am Sarah from Asana Fitness. … Today we will practice a little meditation. … Unroll your yoga mat or take out your meditation cushion and join me. … Find a comfortable position...
May you Blossom like a Flower Meditation

May you Blossom like a Flower Meditation

We can all benefit from a little meditation. Inspired by the daffodils near my home and spring.   May you Blossom like a Flower Meditation *** Sitting comfortably or lying down. Close your eyes. Think of your favorite flower. Imagine you have a seed of this...
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