Find Peace in 5 Minutes: Breath Meditation with Dr. Larry Ward
Episode Overview
Learn a quick and effective breath awareness technique. Explore where your breath feels most vibrant in your body. Discover how mindfulness can help manage anxiety. Gain insights from Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings. Find joy and calm through focused breathing.
Breathing in, I feel joyful seeds rising up in me. Breathing out, I feel joyful seeds rising up in me.
Dive into the calming world of meditation with Dr. Larry Ward in this episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment'. Known for his insightful teachings and as a student of Thich Nhat Hanh, Dr. Ward guides listeners through a short yet impactful 5-minute breath awareness meditation. Perfect for those who feel like they’re juggling too many plates at once, this meditation is a gentle reminder to slow down and focus on the simple act of breathing.
It’s about finding joy in the rise and fall of your breath and cultivating a sense of calm that can ripple through your day. Dr. Ward's approach is both straightforward and profound, making it accessible whether you’re a seasoned meditator or someone who’s just dipping their toes into mindfulness. His soothing voice invites you to explore where your breath feels most vibrant in your body, creating a personal sanctuary you can return to whenever life feels overwhelming.
Host Scott Snibbe also shares exciting news about an upcoming meditation retreat at the Vajrapani Institute, offering a chance to deepen your practice in the serene redwood forests of California. But even if you can't make it to the retreat, this episode offers a taste of the transformative practices that are part of the event. Why should you tune in?
Because sometimes all it takes is five minutes to shift your mindset, find a bit of peace, and embrace the moment. So, why not give yourself that gift today?