Meditations with Vanessa

Feel free to grab some pillows or blankets for today's meditation on relaxing and resetting. This meditation is under 15 minutes, and I'll guide you through some grounding, releasing, and breathing exercises. This class we use ujjayi breathing to rest and revitalize. If you're feeling anything like me, I think we all need a little rest and reset before 2025! Feel free to doze off if needed, and Happy new year from me to you! May it be full of love and peace. Music by: Liborio Conti

A 5 minute meditation to help you give your body and mind a moment to rest, reset, and refocus. You may wish to have an optional piece of paper and pen/pencil to jot a quick "braindump" of ideas or to-do items down. This is to help you better move these thoughts out of your mind, so you can restore for a few minutes! This class is great as a study break or after your workday. I hope you find it helpful! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

A 15 minute meditation you can do at the end of the day to rest, breathe deeper, and cultivate both love and gratitude. By practicing gratitude and mindfulness in this class I hope it's easier to bring greater awareness, love, and peace to your daily life. - Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa  Wishing you peace, love, and happiness!

An 8 minute guided vase breathing meditation. The focus of this class is on reconnecting to the body and the breath. We'll use this quick meditation class to relax a little more and breathe a bit deeper. I hope this class can be a great addition to your day! Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness!

This 13 minute meditation is all about finding a safe space where you can let go of the outside world for a moment and tap in to focus on your breath, heart, and body. I hope this class is relaxing and restorative! You may wish to grab a blanket for this practice as well if it's cold where you are. Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

Today's guided meditation is a quick and easy practice appropriate for all levels. We'll focus on breathing deep and using visualization techniques to relax. This short meditation session is great for any time of the day. It's appropriate for both beginner and advanced practitioners. It's best enjoyed from the comfort of your home, so I hope it can be a great addition to your day! Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

Guess who's back!? And episode one hundred at that! Today we're going back to basics with an easy beginner-friendly meditation. This quick 7 minute mantra meditation is focused on helping you breathe deep and full. The practice will leave you with a sense of calm and focus. This short session is great for any time of the day, and especially nice as a reset after work or school. As always, I hope you enjoy this meditation and find it helpful. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

A powerful 5 minute affirmation guided meditation you can do any time of day. We work through multiple areas of the chakras, self love, and self esteem. As you go through this class the practice is in acknowledging any reactions of fear or relief to each statement, and staying present. You may wish to journal anything that comes up for you during the class if you have extra time. Hope you find this class enlightening and relaxing! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Inspiring Ambient by Liborio Conti

A 10 minute meditation to do in the evening or after work for a deep and restful sleep. Set an intention that this time is for you to relax, and enjoy! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Nature Ambience by Liborio Conti

A 5 minute guided breath meditation for balancing. This class guides you through a simplified version of alternate nostril breathing to create calm and balance. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: I Believe by Liborio Conti

A 10 minute guided meditation on grounding to the earth and the present moment to counteract fear, with an ending focusing on gratitude to help the mind broaden its focus out of panic mode. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Horizon by Liborio Conti This class is not intended as medical advice, if panic attacks or fear are impacting your life you may wish to seek professional support ♡

A short meditation where we use the techniques of breath and body to create some relaxation and presence. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Winter by Liborio Conti

A bilateral EMDR sound meditation. I guide you into and out of this meditation class where we focus on the feeling of the music. Headphones recommended, and any blankets or props you might want to get comfy! Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: The Deep (EMDR version) by Liborio Conti

A short meditation you can do post-workout to reset and integrate. This extended savasana includes some gentle breathwork and affirmations. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Evolving Pads by Liborio Conti

A 15 minute healing meditation you can do for a deep sense of restfulness. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from zenmix.io As today's episode is on cultivating healing I'll remind you this class doesn't claim to cure or treat any medical conditions - speak with a medical professional if you need help with any serious conditions.

The perfect 5 minute daily meditation to come back to the breath and check in with yourself. This short guided meditation class focuses on breathing deeply into the chest and belly to expand and deepen the breath, and let you relax. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Just Relax" by Liborio Conti

A 25 minute meditation for days when you're feeling anxious or just not great. Hope this class helps! Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from Zenmix.io

A 5 minute guided meditation to connect to the breath and body. We'll lengthen the exhale to calm and relax the body by breathing in for 5, and out for a count of 9. If this isn't comfortable for you, simply do what you can! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Relaxing Background by Liborio Conti

A 20-25 minute guided meditation on the fleeting magic of rainbows! This class guides you through breathing and chakra visualization techniques to find gratitude and present moment awareness. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Tranquil Meditation by Liborio Conti

A 15 minute guided meditation on wind, gusts, and the breath. This class is all about using breathing and visualization techniques to find peace and calm. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Calmness" by Liborio Conti

A guided meditation on waves and water. This class is all about breathing and visualization. This guided meditation can be done any time of day, but would be great for when you're ready to relax after work or before bed. You can now support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Nature Ambience" by Liborio Conti

Flowering guided meditation on positivity, kindness, self care, and nurturing affirmations. "Be the flower" as you visualize your roots and the warmth of sunlight. Then come back to your mind and body to plant a seed of kindness, and watch it bloom before we close off class. This guided meditation can be done any time of day to check in with yourself and set an intention of self-love. You can now support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "On a Piano Cloud" by Liborio Conti

15 minute guided meditation on forests, trees, and grasses. This peaceful meditation class takes you through gentle movement, grounding, and centring practices. Use this class as a chance to let go, breathe deep, and find a sense of calm and peace. You can now support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness, Namaste! Music: "Forestal" composed by Liborio Conti

15 minute guided meditation on rocks and crystals. This class is all about grounding and visualization meditation practices. If you're big on crystals, try to take this meditation with a "beginner's mind" - rather than knowledge, this class is about feeling and healing. This is episode one in the Meditations with Vanessa Nature Meditation series. Episodes will be posted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the first few weeks of 2023! You can now support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Forever" composed by Liborio Conti

Tonight's holiday bedtime story is "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle" from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, by Arthur Conan Doyle. In this, our final relaxing Christmas story of 2022, the classic duo of Sherlock and Watson follow up on a peculiar finding relating to an old hat and a Christmas goose. I hope you'll love the final episode of this year's sleepy bedtime stories, and that you feel thoroughly relaxed and festive after this series. If you've loved these episodes and want to suggest an episode or support the podcast you can do so through my new page on Ko-fi at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa and be sure to follow the podcast for new meditations in 2023! Wishing you all happy holidays, and a peaceful new year. - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

Tonight's story is "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Hans Christian Andersen. A classic fairy tale about an emperor who loves clothes, even those with magical properties. While this story isn't overly related to Christmas, it's a fun one related to our unintentional theme this year... making clothing! This relaxing, funny, and magical story is told by Taylor from OverAchievers and T's Table. Follow Taylor at his gaming podcast OverAchievers (https://open.spotify.com/show/3D6A0BRvfU9BdnQEDK8ZQv?si=c503d958079b45fb), and his Youtube channel T's Table (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8RMBlwCznqS0N4CMROyhvw), ...and remember to tune in for one more special holiday bedtime story before the new year! - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

"A Letter from Santa Claus" was written by Mark Twain to his children on Christmas. In this letter Santa writes to Susy Clemens on Christmas morning regarding clarification about the gift she's asked for. I hope you'll all enjoy this story as much as I do! This amazing rendition is voiced by Taylor from OverAchievers and T's Table. Find more of Taylor on your favourite podcast host (https://open.spotify.com/show/3D6A0BRvfU9BdnQEDK8ZQv?si=c503d958079b45fb), on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8RMBlwCznqS0N4CMROyhvw), and be sure to follow this podcast for another story by Taylor coming soon! Happy Holidays! - The following music was used for this media project: Music: We Wish you a Merry Christmas by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4612-we-wish-you-a-merry-christmas License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This letter was published before January 1, 1927, and is in the public domain worldwide because the author died at least 100 years ago. You can read this letter here: https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/A_Letter_from_Santa_Claus

Tonight I read you "The Elves and the Shoemaker", a classic fairytale by the Brothers Grimm, about some mysterious little helpers who have an interesting reaction to their own Christmas gift. Wishing you a restful sleep, and happy holidays! - If you like this episode please consider subscribing to the podcast to stay up to date with upcoming stories and episodes. You can also find me on instagram @vanessanollyoga, or on youtube at youtube.com/@yogawithv - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

This evening's relaxing and festive bedtime story is about a tailor (and his cat Simpkin!) rushing to prepare a special Christmas day coat for the mayor of Gloucester. "The Tailor of Gloucester" by Beatrix Potter is read tonight by our returning special guest Jon! I absolutely loved Jon's telling of the story, and love all the amazing art in Beatrix Potter books as well! I hope this story helps get you in the festive mood, or adds some enjoyment and relaxation to your day. If you liked this episode, be sure to check out more of Jon on his channel Noise Berry Games at https://www.youtube.com/c/NoiseBerryGames or www.noiseberrygames.com You can also now leave tips for the podcast at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

A roughly 15 minute guided meditation on slowing down and becoming more in tune with both yourself and the natural environment around you. - Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and health! - Episode Music: Adrift Among Infinite Stars by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

A short 8 to 9 minute guided present moment awareness meditation you can do any time and anywhere to become more grounded in the present moment. This quick meditation is beginner friendly and focuses on observing different feelings, senses, and thoughts as they arrive. Some days you may find this more challenging than others, and some days this meditation may pass by easily. You can repeat this meditation multiple times and have a different experience each day. You also have the option to stay in silent meditation by pausing the class around the 6 minute mark for as long as you'd like! So really make this class your own if you have more time. Hope you enjoy this 10 minute guided meditation. Sending you peace and love. - Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa - There is no music this week, since we focus on things in our surroundings such as touch and sound, but feel free to put on some background music if you find it helps add to your practice!

Today I share a free 15 minute guided meditation for stress relief. This meditation podcast episode is all about counteracting the stress we face on a day-to-day basis. The theme of softening and relaxing is applied to the breath, the body, and the mind with a mantra in this 15 minute meditation class. In an effort to create balance, this meditation focuses on removing tension in the mind, the breath, the chest, the shoulders, and the jaw especially, as we tend to curl and clench or become stagnant in these places when stressed or anxious. This class is beginner friendly, and can be done any time to relax and de-stress. Hope it's helpful, Namaste! - You can now support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa - Music: Relaxing Chill Music | ARNOR by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_M61F81Nfb-BRXE-SeVA Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

A super relaxing 10 to 15 minute meditation you can do lying down to release stress. This class calls for breathwork, so if you struggle with some of the holds don't worry and just make sure you're lengthening the inhales and exhales as best you can. You can always return to this class again and see how you've improved if you do struggle with it! After our three part breathwork is a guided relaxation and a short savasana to fully let go and release. This guided meditation is great for stress, and may even be nice in the evening to wind-down for the day and put any stressors from your day behind you. As always, I hope you find this meditation helpful, and I look forward to seeing you on the next episode! Sending you peace and love. - You can support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee' at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Concentration by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3536-concentration License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com

A 10 minute guided meditation on opening the heart, the mind, and the body. This meditation class is about opening space so that you can release, relax, and give and receive more fully in your life. Remove stress and tension with the breath, and allow space to receive anytime with this quick meditation. Sending you love and light, and I hope you find this meditation helpful! - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Relaxing Guitar by Liron Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7722-relaxing-guitar License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://estudiosliron.wixsite.com/liron/home

A quick 5 minute meditation - set to music - to help those with a busy mind find a little pocket of relaxation. Enjoy! Sending peace and love. - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Sweet Romantic Oriental Piano Song by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7075-sweet-romantic-oriental-piano-song License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles

A 15 minute meditation going back to the basics. This beginner meditation covers the idea of being gentle with yourself, observing the breath and body, what it means to "breathe into" part of the body, why it's often recommended to journal after meditation, the tradition of "Namaste" at the end of yoga and meditation classes, and the importance of PRACTICING. Hope this one helps break down a few concepts that could be confusing to beginners. 15 minutes is a quick time to cover everything, but I hope this can be a starting point that helps you on your own unique journey. I'd recommend this class for both beginner and intermediate meditators and yogis. Sending you peace and love! - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Meditative Relaxing Mantra by Liron Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7635-meditative-relaxing-mantra License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://estudiosliron.wixsite.com/liron/home

Today's 10 minute meditation is all about visualization! We'll be using visualization to invite in the emotion associated with any intentions or feelings we want more of in our lives. This class was made to follow last week's, in that after clearing out the old, we should have some extra space to let in all the new things we want to cultivate in our lives. Hope you enjoy this one! Namaste. - Music: Relaxing Peaceful Presence by Liron Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7724-relaxing-peaceful-presence License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

A 15 minute guided meditation inspired by energy flow, chakras, and reiki practices. This class includes slightly more advanced breathing and visualization practices, but I hope this class serves you in helping release any emotional or physical tension you may have been carrying without noticing. Namaste! - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Dawn Forest Healing (Loopable) by chilledmusic Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8075-dawn-forest-healing-loopable License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

"Christmas in July"? New-Years in July! Today's meditation episode is a 15 minute belated New Years special for 2022! This mindfulness class is all about taking back the power you hold in choosing what to let go of. We release both mental and physical tension through the breath and imaginative cord-cutting. I hope you enjoy and find it useful. Namaste! - Music: Relaxing Peaceful Presence by Liron Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7724-relaxing-peaceful-presence License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Today's holiday story is "The Velveteen Rabbit: or How Toys Become Real" by Margery Williams. A classic story about a Christmas present who learns what it means to be "real". This relaxing and magical Christmas inspired tale is told by our main podcast host, Vanessa. I hope you'll love the final episode of our sleepy bedtime stories, and that you feel thoroughly relaxed and festive after this series. Wishing you all happy holidays, and a peaceful new year. See you in 2022! - Follow on your favourite podcasting app, and find me on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChejHJl70zJzDELhQ5kxAeQ - The version of tonight's story includes pictures by William Nicholson which can be viewed at: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/11757/11757-h/11757-h.htm - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

Tonight's holiday bedtime story is "Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Visit from St. Nicholas" by Clement C. Moore. A classic tale about a Jolly fellow who delivers presents with his sleigh and reindeer. This sleepy story is told by returning guest Jon of Noise Berry Games. Cozy up and enjoy our shortest relaxing tale this holiday season! - Find more of Jon and Noise Berry Games at: https://www.youtube.com/c/NoiseBerryGames and https://twitter.com/serjonsnow ... and be sure to let him know if you loved his story episode(s)! - Happy Holidays, and have a relaxing and peaceful sleep! - This version of tonight's story has pictures by Jessie Willcox Smith which you can see at https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/17135/pg17135-images.html. - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

The third and final part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic, told by Alex Mildenberger and Jake "The Snake" of Cover Me Pod. One of the most theatrical tellings of our story, follow as we reach the final conclusion of this holiday tale. What message does the third spirit have in store? Will Scrooge learn to change his ways? Listen on to find out. And be sure to let these gents know if you loved their story episode! - Find more of Cover Me Pod by: using the twitter hashtag #CoverMePod, emailing CoverMePod@gmail.com, or OF COURSE finding their amazing podcast simply by typing "Cover Me Pod" into any of your favourite podcast providers! - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

The second part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic, told by yours truly. Relax, enjoy, and join us tomorrow for the third and final part of the story. Happy holidays! - Find me on instagram and facebook @vanessanollyoga, and like and subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform to stay up to date! - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

The first part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic "A Christmas Carol", told by actors Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda. A theatrical yet relaxing telling of the story of one old Mr. Scrooge, who learns a lesson about kindness and holiday cheer in an inexplicable way. What will become of Mr.Scrooge and how will Christmas go? Stay tuned to find out! Be sure to follow and subscribe to make sure you catch the full story; And let Keshia and Bianca know if you loved their telling of the story! - Find more of Keshia and Bianca at: @thefword_show on Instagram, and hopefully catch them live sometime soon in a theatre near you! - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

And so the Meditations with Vanessa Holiday Story Special begins! Today on the podcast we have special guest Jon (AKA "JaR") from Noise Berry Games reading The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry! A memorable and unique Christmas story about the art of giving without expecting anything in return. We hope you'll enjoy this relaxing story style episode, and be sure to tune in during the 20th-25th of December for more holiday inspired stories here on the podcast! - To find more of Jon: https://www.youtube.com/c/NoiseBerryGames and https://twitter.com/serjonsnow ... and be sure to let him know if you loved his story episode(s)! - Happy Holidays, and may you have a relaxing and peaceful winter season! - Music: Carol Of The Bells [Celtic Version] by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7137-carol-of-the-bells-celtic-version License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license - This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

The final affirmation in the mantra guided meditation series is all about surrender and faith. What can you let go of? I hope you've enjoyed this episode, and thank you so much to those of you who made it through all the affirmations! Love and Light! - Music: Tranquility Base by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4542-tranquility-base License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

The fourth in a series of short guided meditations focused on sitting with affirmations and mantras. This episode is all about cultivating a sense of calm, balance, and equanimity so that we can respond to life rather than simply reacting. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I'll see you next week for our final affirmation mantra meditation together! - Music: Tranquility Base by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4542-tranquility-base License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

The third mantra affirmation guided meditation in the series. Today's episode is all about meditating on the topic of insight, and being honest with not only others, but ourselves. Feel free to set aside some time after today's meditation to journal anything that comes up for you. Namaste! - Music: Ancient Winds Preview by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5725-ancient-winds-preview License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Today is the second mantra and affirmation guided meditation in the mini-series! Today is all about cultivating and growing a sense of love. Love for others, self love, and a broader understanding that it is safe to love. Hope you like this short guided affirmation meditation! Love and light! - Music: Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-preview License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Today we begin a weekly mini-series on the podcast! For five weeks I'll be sharing a mantra and affirmation focused meditation that you can follow along with at home, and incorporate into your week! Today we begin with an affirmation all about cultivating a sense of ease and softness. This guided meditation is perfect when you've been too busy "doing" without enough "being". Hope you enjoy! And hope to see you for next week's affirmation as well. Love and light! - Find me: on Youtube ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChejHJl70zJzDELhQ5kxAeQ ) on Instagram and Facebook (@vanessanollyoga) - Music: Ancient Winds Preview by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5725-ancient-winds-preview License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

A meditation focused on creating energy flow and a good feeling at the heart centre, so we can nurture and grow the things we want to cultivate more of, and leave what doesn't serve you anymore. Try to set any limiting beliefs aside and be present with your body and mind for this 10 minutes of guided meditation! I hope this class can help you on your journey. No music, so as always feel free to add background noise or music if you find it helpful. Namaste!