Meditations With Desi

Are you caught in the doomscrolling spiral—overwhelmed by the news, constantly checking your phone, and feeling more exhausted by the minute?   This episode of the 3rd Ave Wellness Podcast offers a powerful, trauma-informed meditation to help you interrupt the cycle and return to yourself. Whether you're struggling to disconnect from digital overwhelm or just need space to breathe, this practice is here to guide you gently back to safety, clarity, and belonging.   We explore how doomscrolling impacts the nervous system, especially for marginalized folks who are already carrying so much—and offer grounding breathwork, affirmations, and a somatic reset. You'll leave with more access to your breath, your body, and your boundaries.   This meditation centers Black women, queer, trans, disabled, and chronically online folks—and is open to all who long for grounded hope in the chaos. I decided to not add any background music to help this be less stimulating as we break from overstimulation! Tell me what you think.       Want more support? Stay connected here: Website: www.3rdavewellness.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hvAebn9T9RrS1cW2zo0TB?si=1jqlnsbhRFeTiixXQ7EFIQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3rd-ave-wellness-podcast/id1533768277?i=1000699345910 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@3rdavewell Support this work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/3rdavewellness  

This grounding mediation invites you into a more honest, collective vision of hope--one that doesn't lie to you or ask you to ignroee your pain. Rooted in truth, breath, and somatic awareness, this epiesode offers a calm space to rest, feel, and begin again.    What does it mean to have hope without gaslighting yourself?  In this Mediation, Desi Hall--founder of 3rd Ave. Wellness--guides you through a practice that names what's real while he;ping you return to your body and breath. This is not hope rooted in false positivity or toxic resilience. It's hope rooted in clarity, grief, and resistance. Whether you're feeling overwhemled by the news, struggling to keep going, or just in need of a pause that doesn't ask you to shrink your pain-- this episode is for you. This mediation is especially for: Black women navigating burnout and mounting pressure at work Disabled folks who deserve access to collective care Queer and trans people seeking spiritual grounding Anyone who is tired of being told "it's not that bad." Collective care starts here. Let this be your reset. https://3rdavewellness.com  

In a world that constantly tells us we need to be more, it's easy to forget that who we are, as we are, is already enough. This meditation is here to remind you that you don't have to prove your worth or strive to earn your place. Together, we'll breathe into the truth that your existence, your heart, and your presence are whole and worthy. This is for those moments when self-doubt creeps in, and you need to reconnect with your own enough-ness. Come as you are, and let's honor the beauty of being exactly who you are, right here, right now.Thank you for listening!

In a world that often demands hardness and isolation, this meditation is a call to honor the gift of our softness. This is serious work—learning to protect ourselves and set stronger boundaries without letting go of our curiosity, our love, and our inner child. We have a duty to become stronger and wiser while staying true to the tenderness that makes us whole. Join me as we find the balance of being soft yet strong, fierce yet gentle. Let's reject callousness, embrace our resilience, and nurture the gift of staying open and connected.background track Composed byMagnus RingblomThank you for listening!

When you're triggered, it can feel like your mind and body are running in different directions. This meditation is here to help you catch your breath and bring yourself back to center. Together, we'll focus on breathing through the overwhelm and easing back into a steady, grounded state. This is a space for you to feel whatever's coming up without judgment, with a focus on breathing, grounding, and letting your emotions flow without taking over. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, or just a heavy moment, know that you're not alone in this. Take a breath with me and let's move through it together.Thank you for listening!

"Meet Your Inner Child: A Powerful Guided Meditation," with music composed by Göran Eriksson, takes you on a reflective journey to meet and nurture the younger version of yourself. Through gentle visualization, breathwork, and affirmations, this practice helps you reconnect with the vulnerable, authentic parts of who you are.You'll offer your inner child the love, safety, and care they may not have received—and in doing so, release emotional blockages and cultivate deep healing. Whether you're seeking closure, emotional freedom, or simply a return to your true self, this meditation will guide you toward wholeness and peace.Thank you for listening!

"Declining the Call to Harden Your Heart : Tending to Your Garden" invites you to nurture your inner world with patience, even when life feels overwhelming. Through guided visualization, breathwork, affirmations, and prayer, this meditation encourages you to soften emotional defenses and care for yourself like a garden in need of tending. As you release tension and plant seeds of compassion, you'll reconnect with the part of you that longs to stay open, resilient, and loving. This practice will help you cultivate growth and healing, offering gentle reminders that remaining soft is a strength, not a weakness.Background Track Composed by: Johan ErikssonThank you for listening!

Some mornings feel far from perfect, but that doesn't mean you can't set meaningful intentions. "Morning Meditation: Setting Intentions When Life Feels Messy" helps you start your day with calm and clarity, even when life feels uncertain. Through gentle breathwork, affirmations, and mindful reflection, you'll reconnect with your inner strength and move forward with purpose. Whether you're facing challenges or just need a reset, this meditation will help you embrace the day with grace and intention.back ground track Composed by:Brittney Mills, Timofey DorofeyevProduced by:Brittney Mills, Timothy InfiniteThank you for listening!

Join me for this Bonus bedtime episode! Right now, the world feels like it's spinning in chaos, and fear is real. But so is our need to stay rested and grounded. We're no good to anyone if we're unrested, and in times like this, rest is an act of strength. This meditation is here to help you find calm, even when fear feels close. Let's release what we can for the night and let ourselves recharge. We're sharper, kinder, and stronger when we're well-rested. Let's settle into a peace that holds us steady, even through uncertain times.Thank you for listening!

Let go of the day's worries with "Evening Prayer: Release the Day with Grace and Peace." This soothing meditation combines prayer, breathwork, and powerful affirmations to help you release tension, surrender what is beyond your control, and rest deeply. Whether you're carrying the weight of unfinished tasks, regrets, or lingering thoughts, this practice will guide you to embrace stillness and trust in renewal. Let peace settle over you tonight, knowing that you are enough and held in grace.Composed by: Kevin DaileyThank you for listening!

In "Rest Through the Storm," you'll learn how to relax deeply, even when life feels overwhelming. This meditation uses visualizations, breathwork, a full-body scan, affirmations, and a gentle prayer to help you release tension and find peace within yourself. Inspired by the biblical story of Jesus resting during a storm, it invites you to embrace stillness, knowing that rest is possible even in uncertain times. The sounds of rain and thunder in the background will accompany your journey, reminding you that you can remain calm while the storm passes.Thank you for listening!

Worrying about money can feel heavy, sitting deep in your chest or tightening in your belly. This guided meditation is designed to help you release that tension, reconnect with your breath, and find calm—even when things feel uncertain. Through gentle affirmations and grounding techniques, you'll soften the weight of financial anxiety and create space to move forward, one small step at a time. Whether you're facing a tough moment or just want to feel more at ease, this practice is here to support you.backing track Composed and Produced by:Erik HäuslerThank you for listening!

Start your day on a positive note, even if you wake up feeling off. In this meditation, we'll dive into affirmations that remind you of your inherent worth, strength, and resilience—repeating the powerful message: you are a miracle. Together, we'll connect with your authentic self, embracing and celebrating every aspect of your being, even the parts you've been conditioned to hide.This meditation is perfect for turning groggy mornings into a revitalizing experience, helping you step into the day with confidence and a deep understanding of your sacred, miraculous self.

Join me for an immersive guided visualization where we journey through time to imagine what our queer and trans ancestors might have been like. Feel their resilience, courage, and wisdom as we honor their humanity. This meditation helps deepen your connection to your identity, embracing the sacredness of your queerness and transness. It dispels the myth that we are something new, profane, or a conspiracy. Together, we'll remember the strength of those who came before us, empowering our spirits and enriching our understanding of where we come from. This is a space to reflect, honor, and recognize the profound significance of your unique journey.music by: Calm Shoresoriginally uploaded June 2023

Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Imagine finding solace and strength during those chaotic moments when "life is lifing." In this  episode of Meditations with Desi, I invite you to join me, =as we navigate the turbulent waters of life's hardships with the power of prayer and affirmation. Our journey begins with a sincere prayer for divine guidance, grounding, and community support. We uncover ways to embrace financial difficulties, practice mindfulness all while encouraging authenticity and seeking safe spaces. Let's remind ourselves of the grounding force within our breath and heartbeat, and the unwavering support of the community around us.Inspired by the soulful lyrics of Whitney Houston, we'll then explore how to move from chaos to calm through a heartfelt prayer, I guide you to a place of tranquility, encouraging deep breaths, realignment, and taking life one step at a time. As we express gratitude for the blessings and resources to come, we also celebrate your strength and resilience. 

If you've ever found yourself in the middle of a health struggle, whether real or imagined, you're not alone. I've been there too. It's that unsettling feeling when something feels off in your body, and your mind starts spinning stories of uncertainty and fear about what it could mean. It's okay; I get it, because I've experienced it myself.As someone who manages Generalized Anxiety Disorder, I know firsthand how overwhelming health-related worries can be. Every little ache or discomfort can trigger a flood of anxious thoughts. In moments like these, the techniques shared in this meditation have been my steady companions.Join me in this calming meditation, created to bring relief and peace during times of health-related anxiety. Together, we'll explore mindfulness and relaxation techniques that can help soothe both your mind and body. You're not alone on this journey, and I hope this meditation provides exactly what you need.Background track by: Amber Glow

This episode marks the beginning of a new format I've been deeply inspired to lean into: a blend of poetry and prayer. I open with a poem on grief, growth, and becoming. This year has felt like an intense process of grief, but it has also been so rewarding. I'm excited to finally share the pearls and gems I've discovered along the way. Most importantly, this track is a heartfelt thank you to the incredible community that has believed in me and inspires me daily to deepen my own self-belief.May this poem bring you recognition, and may the prayer guide you toward healing and realignment.With love,DesiBacking Track Composers: Brittney Mills, Vicki VoxBacking Track Producer: RocketJr

Originally created for a client, I'm excited to share this track with all of you as its message feels incredibly timely. In this session, my focus is on speaking powerful affirmations over you, guiding you through a transformative sleep meditation that challenges the norm of perpetual busyness.In a world that often undervalues the importance of rest, this meditation is a revolutionary act of self-care. It offers a collection of empowering affirmations specifically tailored to promote deep, healing sleep.Consider this meditation your personal sanctuary amidst the chaos of daily life. Each affirmation is carefully crafted to help you release the stresses of the day, allowing you to embrace rest as a crucial component of overall well-being.This meditation is perfect for those who struggle with staying asleep, falling asleep, or simply crave a moment of tranquility in their hectic lives. It serves as a reminder to resist the 'always-on' culture and reconnect with your body's need for rejuvenation. Wake up refreshed, revitalized, and equipped with newfound energy and mental clarity.Audio Track by: Shy5Support the showWant to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

If you've ever found yourself in the midst of a real or perceived health struggle, you're not alone. I've been there too. It's a situation where something feels off with your body, and your mind starts weaving tales of uncertainty and fear about what it could mean. It's okay; I understand because I've been through it.As someone who deals with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, I know that health-related worries can be overwhelming. Every little ache or pain can trigger a bunch of anxious thoughts. In these moments, the techniques shared in this meditation have been my reliable companions.Join me in this soothing meditation designed to offer relief and calmness during times of health-related anxiety. Together, we'll explore mindfulness and relaxation techniques that can help ease your mind and body. Remember, you're not alone in this journey, and I hope this meditation provides you with what you need. Background track by Amber GlowSupport the showWant to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

Embark on a transformative journey with this guided visualization as you travel along a radiant rose quartz road to reconnect with your inner child. This meditation serves as a 'second chance' at starting your day, offering solace for mornings when anxiety, frustration, or worry attempt to cast a shadow over your waking mind.By nurturing your inner child with loving affirmations, you'll integrate them into your daily routine, nurturing self-love and cultivating mindful awareness. As the meditation draws to a close, you'll be gently led through an uplifting prayer.Expect to emerge from this meditation experience with a profound sense of peace, resilience, and a readiness to warmly embrace the remainder of your day.Background audio by Spirit of Our Dreams.Support the showWant to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

Step into the new year with a sense of calm and purpose. Join us for this soothing guided prayer and affirmation session, specially designed for those who may be feeling a bit apprehensive about the upcoming year. As 2024 approaches, allow this heartfelt prayer to be one of your tools for setting yourself up for success and positivity.In this episode, Desi will gently guide you through a series of healing affirmations and heartfelt prayers, helping you embrace the new year with open arms and a willing heart. Let go of any anxieties and embrace the potential that 2024 holds.Background music by Gregory David adds to the tranquil atmosphere, creating the perfect ambiance for your meditation experience.Support the showWant to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

"Pride Through Time: A Queer & Trans Meditation Journey" is more than just a guided meditation. It's an intimate voyage to the past, where you'll get to touch base with your queer and trans ancestors who have walked this path before you.Imagine stepping into a vibrant rainbow portal, with each color hinting at a spiritual value that awaits you. Then, picture yourself going back in time to witness firsthand the strength and bravery of your ancestors during challenging times, like the AIDS epidemic of the 90s and the hidden prayers of a closeted ancestor in a 1960s church. This meditation isn't just a history lesson, but a deep connection to our shared heritage.From there, we travel even further back in time, where queer and trans ancestors were seen as leaders and spiritual guides in their communities. You'll feel their power, their wisdom, and their protective energy as they bestow their blessings upon you, giving you strength for the journey ahead.We finish up with a prayer, asking for wisdom that transcends our physical reality, knitting us together across time and space. This meditation isn't just about remembering our roots, but about bringing the past into the present to empower our future.So, let's embark on this journey together, diving deep into the richness of our queer and trans lineage. Let's discover the power of ancestral wisdom and feel the profound love and acceptance that is ours to claim. Let's affirm the sacredness of our queerness and transness, and celebrate all that we are. Let's make Pride a journey through time.Support the showWant to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

Start your day on a positive note, even on those mornings when you wake up on the "wrong side of the bed," with the latest podcast episode, "You Are A Miracle: Morning Affirmations and Meditation" Join me as I guide you through powerful affirmations that will help you recognize your inherent worth, strength, and resilience. By connecting with your authentic self, you'll learn to embrace and celebrate every aspect of your being, including the parts you've been conditioned to hide. Perfect for transforming those groggy mornings into a revitalizing experience, this morning meditation will set the tone for a day filled with self-love and acceptance. Tune in now and embark on a transformative journey towards a brighter day.Want to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount!

Sometimes the thoughts flash across our minds like headlines and all we want to do is sleep. Thoughts of, 'This or that thing we have to do tomorrow,' 'the thing we said or didn't say,' or whatever situation our brain is busying itself with as we get prepared to rest. In this meditation we do a quick body scan to identify points of tension and pressure in your body, we do some breath work to lead us into visualization, and finally we will end with a prayer. Press play and fall asleep.  Want to book your own guided meditation session with desi? Head over to desiehall.com/desimeditates and get a session today. Use the code "MEDesi2023" for a 30% discount! 

Have you ever had a lot to say but no one to say it to? Whether it's the win of the day or you had a hard day it is always better to have someone to talk to and process with. In this visualization I provide a safe space for you to share the things you need to free your heart from. This is good if you've been feeling anxious or exicted and have needed a judgement free soft place for those thoughts to land. Thank you to Alex for giving me this idea for this episode.  Want to book a 1:1 venting session or guided meditation and check in with desi? Head over to https://www.desiehall.com/desimeditates and book now! May you get what you need. 

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As I mentioned above this episode was made for my grandma. I hope that if there are people in your life you need to release this meditation helps you to let go of them. You deserve peace. You deserve reciprocation. I hope you get what you need. Want to book a meditation with Desi? Head over to https://www.desiehall.com/desimeditates where I now offer 1:1 meditations. executive coaching, group meditation and corporate wellness consulting.

This episode we pick up with the theme of "Escaping the headlines," as this series has progressed world events continue to flood our phones. We become inundated with news of Celebrity death, legislation, and anything else our algorithms show us for the day. This visualization calls for you to leave the headlines behind, and go in the park and journey to find your inner child and play. May you get what you need.

Want to book a private meditation with Desi? head over to desiehall.com For the second part of our "Escaping the Headlines" series we will be inviting a little laughter. With the news of the possible overturning of Roe V Wade it has seemed like dispair is everywhere. That combined with the daily realities of racialized and gendered violence we are often subjected to we are in desperate need for an escape from the headlines. This episode is dedicated to Candace. Thank you for always being as sweet as your name. May you all get what you need.

Want a private mediation session with Desi? Head over to desiehall.com and book your 1:1 today! With the leak of the Roe v. Wade document, news of the student debt crisis, and global violence it feels like we're constantly being bombarded with bad news and violent imagery. The pressure to respond is real. The feelings of hopelessness and despair in the face of marginalization are real. These very real moments and feelings can leave us overwhelmed. In this first meditation in this series "Escaping the Headlines" I guide the listener through  some breath work and a visualization of a beautiful park day. May you get what you need. 

This week's prayer a follow up to the previous meditation uploaded that was designed to aid you in trusting yourself. Following that theme I wanted to start this week off with a centering prayer that will assist you in reinvigorating your trust in your decision making process. Learning to trust oneself is not a lesson that is learned overnight, and I pray that these meditations and prayers are supplements your journey back home. May you get what you need.Want to support the channel? Subscribe to my pattern or donate directly to the Meditation's with Desi podcast. https://www.patreon.com/Desiez

In this week's meditation I guide you through a series of visualizations in order to assist in helping reestablish or reaffirm your trust In yourself. Going through life it becomes easy to place our trust in everything besides ourselves. I hope this meditation brings you home. This meditation features BETA waves that are designed to aid in concentration.

If your week has been anything like mine, the uncertainty, the anxiety, witnessing Global violence, then you could use a little affirming right now. The conditions of the world we live in can make us feel unsafe in our bodies, communities, and homes. I created this affirmation meditation intending to provide a second, a reminder, to the mind and the body that You Are Safe.   I hope you get what you need. If you would like to support please consider becoming a paid subscriber to this podcast or heading over to my patreon and support me continuing this work.

I've often had a complicated relationship with Gratitude. I thought of it as spiritual gaslighting for the longest time. It got to the point where I felt like acknowledging anything good about me, or my life would negate or invalidate all the things that weren't right. Navigating Higher education and the nonprofit industrial complex, we're often taught to lead with our trauma first. It's what we're reduced to. We are so much more than our trauma and the worst moments of our lives. This meditation is here to help guide you to a moment of Gratitude for yourself and give you a moment to safely put the things that do not bring you joy on the back burner. I hope you get what you need. Want to book a guided meditation session with Desi? 

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Forgiveness not in the traditional sense that allows people to escape accountability. But forgiveness to give you the mobility to move forward in life. May you get what you need. Want to support? Spotify now has a feature where you can support creators monthly. If you are lead and able please support me and my efforts to expand this podcast. - Desi 

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Follow me on Patreon at patreon.com/transFIGURESupport via Cashapp: $EshezafinaSupport via Venmo: desi-zafina Every day across the world trans & cis people struggle with various forms of body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria. The world encourages these issues by constantly feeding us messaging rooted in transphobia, ableist, anti-black, and fatphobic about our bodies. It is my intention that this meditation is useful in helping you to learn to love your body and recognize the untruths about your body you have believed. 

This week's episode is dedicated to Essence. Sometimes how you start your morning will define how you start your day. Use this guided meditation to help set good intentions and speak lovely words over yourself. You deserve it. Subscribe to my patreon. 

This episode is for the moments when you need to escape. When the world around you is chaotic and you need time to yourself find some time and meditate with me. I hope that this visualization is comforting and safe for you. Ase. Amen. Support me by subscribing to my patreon. Patreon.com/transfigureThis was originally recorded for my previous podcast TRANSfigure but has been released for the the first time here on Meditations with Desi. 

The first of a series of sleep and anxiety meditations. This meditation is dedicated to Naomi. For those nights when you have too many things on your mind but you need rest. I pray this episode helps you find safe passage to the dream world. 

This episode was previously recorded for my other podcast TransFIGURE and it was made right after Tony McDade had been murdered by police and his death was pushed to the side. There is always something coming at our minds and psyches wishing that we do not see our own humanity. This is a reminder of that humanity.

Previously recorded in early June this meditation and visualization is designed to help one deal with the onslaught of grief we are all collectively experiencing in this moment. Things like coronavirus, the uprisings, and the assault on Black trans lives are heavy. May this help you navigate the chaos. When this episode was recorded we didn't have nearly as many COVID-19 related deaths so the numbers mentioned here are lower than we are currently at. I pray you ease.