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Strategies for comprehensive well-being through meditation, creativity and emotional balance. You will find topics related to Psychology, Buddhism, Neuroscience, Art, Sustainability, Yoga, Interviews, and more, with Alma Ayón, certified teacher of Meditation and Emotional Balance. Who, after studying architecture and painting, began a search that led her to study a master's degree in psychology, and courses on Buddhist philosophy, to make several retreats in Asia in the Tibetan, Theravada and Zen traditions. She teaches international courses and retreats in art, meditation and Buddhism.

Peace & Mind Alma Ayon

    • Religion & Spirituality

Strategies for comprehensive well-being through meditation, creativity and emotional balance. You will find topics related to Psychology, Buddhism, Neuroscience, Art, Sustainability, Yoga, Interviews, and more, with Alma Ayón, certified teacher of Meditation and Emotional Balance. Who, after studying architecture and painting, began a search that led her to study a master's degree in psychology, and courses on Buddhist philosophy, to make several retreats in Asia in the Tibetan, Theravada and Zen traditions. She teaches international courses and retreats in art, meditation and Buddhism.

    Morning mindfulness meditation

    Morning mindfulness meditation

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    • 6 min
    Meditation: Relaxing Body and Mind 10 min

    Meditation: Relaxing Body and Mind 10 min

    Meditation is an ancient practice that serves as a bridge to tranquility and inner balance, benefiting both the body and the mind. By focusing your attention on the present moment, whether through breathing, a mantra, or mindful observation, you foster deep relaxation. This regular practice helps reduce stress and anxiety, improves concentration, and promotes greater awareness of oneself and one's surroundings. By spending time meditating, you cultivate a state of calm and mental clarity, allowing you to face daily challenges with greater serenity and perspective.

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    • 10 min
    Lessons from autumn and reflecting on life and burnout

    Lessons from autumn and reflecting on life and burnout

    Through my walks in nature this autumn, I learned valuable lessons about life and about myself. Contemplating the forest gave me peace; painting the autumn leaves became a moving meditation, each brushstroke a reflection on the ephemeral beauty of existence. Watching the river, with its constant flow, reminded me that change is the only constant in life. This journey and learning became my personal digital detox, an antidote against burnout, and a strategy to find inner calm. Sharing these experiences is like opening a window to my soul, inviting others to find peace in nature, creativity in art, and serenity in living slowly.

    Learn step by step with instructions and list of materials and have access to all my tutorials on drawing, watercolor, abstract painting, articles, meditations, behind the scenes, material recommendations, etc. Join me on Patreon or Ko-Fi. Here are the links.
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    Remember to allow your inner artist to express itself. Painting and drawing have great benefits:
    - We enter a meditative state, since we can flow in the present while we paint.
    - Promotes stress and anxiety relief.
    - Expands creative growth.
    - Strengthens memory.
    - Improves motor skills and problem solving.
    - Cultivate emotional growth.
    - Stimulates an optimistic attitude.

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    • 20 min
    Meditation: The 3 Characteristics of Reality | 3 Marks of Existence

    Meditation: The 3 Characteristics of Reality | 3 Marks of Existence

    Meditation in Buddhist philosophy deeply explores the Three Characteristics of Reality, also known as the Three Marks of Existence: impermanence (anicca), suffering or unsatisfactoriness (dukkha), and non-self (anatta). Impermanence highlights the transient nature of all things, where every phenomenon is in a constant state of flux. Suffering or unsatisfactoriness is the acknowledgment that life involves suffering, stress, and dissatisfaction, often due to clinging to impermanent things. The concept of non-self challenges the notion of a permanent, unchanging self, suggesting that what we consider the 'self' is a collection of changing phenomena. Meditative practices in this context focus on deeply understanding these characteristics, leading to a profound realization of the true nature of reality, fostering detachment, and culminating in spiritual liberation.

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    If you have any questions or requests for topics for meditations or reflections, leave them in the comments.

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    • 17 min
    Morning routine 5am slow living, meditation and creativity

    Morning routine 5am slow living, meditation and creativity

    In this vlog I share my morning routine that begins around 5 in the morning, and in which I incorporate meditation, yoga, workout and painting, and share a bit about my life as an artist and meditation teacher.

    I hope this inspires you to make time for the things that are most important in your life.

    Upcoming human figure drawing workshop with the model Aileen Kent who appears in this video. We will do a Halloween theme. In person and online. 4 Nov 11-13:30 info@contemplarte.org
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    • 5 min
    Meditation 5 min of Concentration and Mindfulness

    Meditation 5 min of Concentration and Mindfulness

    Single-pointed attention meditation and mindfulness are two complementary approaches to cultivating presence and mental well-being. While one-pointed attention focuses on keeping the mind fixed on a single object, such as the breath or a mantra, to develop concentration and calm, mindfulness involves an open, non-judgmental awareness of present experiences. Both techniques teach us to be completely in the present moment, thereby reducing stress and improving mental clarity. Practicing these methods regularly can lead to greater self-understanding and a sense of balance in everyday life.

    Every week we have Group Session, where we meditate together, share and answer questions, online on Zoom
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    More meditations
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