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Meditate With Me: Conversations About New Spiritual Paths, Peace, Harmony and Compassion Gerald E Smith
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"I am unlocking the doors to my inner peace by having the courage to ask why.
Every question is a step closer to understanding and harmony within myself." ~Jerry
I've recently crossed the milestone of 70, and the reflection that comes with it has made me realize that I haven't always been the best steward of my time, especially in the past decade and a half. In my pursuit of proving how bright, inventive and resourceful I could be, I often found myself running too fast, burning the candle from both ends, and in the process, losing sight of the joy of the moment or any joy for that matter.
I've come to understand a very fundamental truth – it's not about hoarding time, stretching it thin, or being miserly with it. It's about living and fully appreciating every moment for what it is. Living each moment free from yesterday’s pain and regret, and devoid of tomorrow’s worries and anticipation has become my passion and mission.
Mindfulness has been instrumental in this journey. It's allowed me to remain present in the moment, to find tranquility in the chaos, and most importantly, to appreciate 'now'. And from a practical viewpoint I also find I get more done, its better work and I more at peace with the results and myself.
Now, while I'm no poet, I find a peculiar peace in paring down my thoughts to their bare essence and expressing them rather raw and unadorned. It helps me shed the unnecessary, getting to the core of what I truly am thinking. Sometimes these bits make sense to others and sometimes not. You may see bits in a smattering of my poetry during our visits.
Through this podcast, I, and I hope you, will embark on a journey of self-improvement and understanding, aiming to savor each day, and find peace each hour, and hopefully, each singular moment in its purest form. We will delve into the world of mindfulness, explore its nuances, and I will invite you to join me in meditation during each episode.
So, I invite you, dear listener, to join me on this journey. Expect reflections, shared experiences, moments of silence, laughter, tears, and hopefully, the occasional bit wisdom. Here's to the joy of now. No yesterdays, no tomorrows, only now. Only now.
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Part 8 of 8 Beyond Life and Death relax with this short guided meditation
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As we breathe in…
Embrace your life as a fragment
of an eternal cycle, not limited by
the span of your physical existence.
As we breathe out…
Release any constrained views of
life and death. Feel the vastness of
existence, recognizing that your
story is part of a grand, enduring narrative. -
Part 7 of 8 Our Personal Journey and Universal Connection - a three minute guided meditation
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Inhaling...
Contemplate your life’s arc from beginning to potential end, and how each moment is a stitch in the broader fabric of time.
Exhaling..
Imagine your story mingling with the world's story, extending beyond your lifetime through nature, legacies, and social ties. -
Part 6 0f 8 The Web of Existence - a short guided meditation about Interconnectedness
contact me through my website www.MeditateWith.me The Web of Existence As we breathe in… Sense life’s pulse in every corner— from the windswept plains to the hectic cities, to the deep, deep oceans. All elements of Earth participate in this dynamic symphony. As we exhale… Realize that life does not exist in isolated segments but, in a complex, interdependent network,
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Part 5 of 8 The Cycle of Life
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The Cycle of Life
As We Inhale…
Feel the universal rhythm
of birth, life, sensation, and
eventual return to earth,
a shared journey amongst all living beings.
As we Exhale…
Let us acknowledge our mutual dependence.
This exhalation symbolizes our unity in the
vast web of life, where no creature stands alone.
May the Pure Light
illuminate your path
and Calm guide your steps -
Part 4 of 8 - Nature’s Interconnectivity - Visualizing our connections with nature
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Nature’s Interconnectivity
Breathing in…
Visualize humanity as a single
thread within Earth’s vibrant tapestry,
interwoven with countless life forms,
contributing to and benefiting from
the natural world.
Breathing out…
Question our perceived
Separation or superiority
over nature.
As you let this breath out
challenge such views,
and urge yourself to reconsider our
place within the ecosystem.
As we close this short reflection let us
carry these words throughout our day
May you experience peace and
tranquility for the rest of the day -
Part 3 of 8 - Humanity’s Tapestry - a short guided meditation about interconnectedness
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Humanity’s Tapestry
Inhaling…
Begin to recognize humanity's role
as just one of many expressions of
life on Earth. Reflect on our cultural
and intellectual endeavors and how
they have shaped, and continue
to shape, our existence.
Exhaling…
See the interconnectedness of life.
Our survival is intertwined not just
with other humans but with all life
forms—animals, plants, and even
the minerals that make up our Earth.
May you feel the gentle thread of connection between all beings, wishing you peace and tranquility for the rest of your day.