Meditation

21 Powerful Affirmations for More Self-Love and Inner Strength

5 October 2022 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Have you ever read something that made you pause or change the course of your day?

I have.

For instance, the blog I’m writing today is in response to an article I just read by another meditation teacher, David Gerken, where he talks about the power of letting go of our emotional baggage.

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David’s article deeply moved me, and it helped me realise just how much emotional baggage I carry around with me and how challenging it is to let go of some of the beliefs I know are keeping me stuck.

Because of this, I put down what I was writing, picked up my journal, and meditated. [Read more…] about 21 Powerful Affirmations for More Self-Love and Inner Strength

5 Popular Types of Meditation (+ Guided Meditation Scripts)

16 September 2022 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

There are so many types of meditation, and these days it seems like everyone has heard of meditation or knows someone who meditates.

Yet when you try to meditate, it’s hard for you to do.

I hear you and know the struggle is real.

Trouble Meditating? 7 Quick and Easy Ways to Have the Best Meditation Ever

24 July 2022 By Ntathu Allen

When you start meditating and find it difficult to focus and calm your mind, it is easy to give up and think that meditation doesn’t work for you.

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I get it.

I’ve been practising for more than 15 years, but I still find it difficult to sit quietly and let my thoughts slow down on their own!

I want you to enjoy meditation and look forward to practising it because you know it is something you are interested in and want to do.

Meditation Not Working? 6 Common Meditation Obstacles That Keep You Stuck (and what to do instead)

28 June 2022 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

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Have you tried to meditate but given up because it was too difficult and frustrating?

As a yoga and meditation teacher, I get it.

In this article, I discuss 6 common obstacles that I’ve seen individuals do when starting meditation, and how to overcome them.

So the next time you meditate you’ll feel more confident and be better equipped to face these challenges.

The most common phrases I hear when I talk with people about meditation are:

“Meditation? Yeah. I’ve tried it. It doesn’t work for me. I can’t switch my brain off.”

“I don’t get it. I’ve read the books, got the apps and know what to do. Yet, it still doesn’t work.”

Or, the ambiguous, “Think about it! Me? No way. Even if you paid me, I couldn’t relax — I’m too busy.”

Swiftly followed up by, “the last time I did it, I got trapped on the floor … my back/knees started playing up, and I couldn’t get back up.”

Meditation Is a Fantastic Life Skill To Learn. Here’s Why

19 June 2022 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Meditation is an ancient practice that has been used in many Indigenous and Eastern cultures for spiritual growth as part of daily life since at least 5,000 B.C.

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However, since the 20th century, there has been a growing interest in meditation in the West, with researchers exploring the influence of meditation on the brain and its benefits for health and well-being, which is excellent since it gives newcomers a baseline for what they may expect from meditation.

Why don’t people meditate?

Thanks to more celebrities, athletes and CEOs, and influencers promoting the benefits of their daily meditation practices, most people have heard about meditation as a valuable technique to deal with the frantic pace of everyday life,

However, as a yoga and meditation teacher, I notice many people resist meditation. I frequently hear people say that meditation is too difficult for them; they are not sure what type of meditation to do; or they are too busy, too tired, or believe that “sitting still, doing nothing” is a waste of time, and they struggle to make meditation a regular practice or even to get started.

Morning Gratitude: 101 things I’m giving thanks for in 2021

22 January 2022 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

First, I’d like to share a simple morning gratitude meditation practice to ground us into the present moment, and second, I share my list of 101 things I am giving thanks for in 2021.

Morning Gratitude. A black butterfly next to a pink flower — Morning Gratitude:

Well, dear friend, we made it.

Here we are.

2022

We made it through to another year.

Let’s take a moment to acknowledge how far we have come, the difficulties, losses — and gains we’ve been through, especially the last two years.

5 Minute Meditation Script for Inner Peace and Harmony

17 June 2021 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

If you’re feeling tired and struggling to find energy for your day, here’s a simple 5-minute guided candle meditation for inner peace and harmony.

It will reset your focus and inspire you with calm and confidence.

5-Minute Meditation For Inner Peace & Harmony

Meditation is the perfect way to reduce stress and help you take time to care for yourself -especially on those days when your spirit is low and you feel lost and alone.

So, I invite you to sit in a comfortable position, where your body feels supported.

Gently close your eyes and take your time to settle your body and find your breath.

In that dark space behind your eyes, imagine a candle glowing brightly.

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