Sky Mind

This is a daily mindfulness practice that allows you to recenter yourself through the transitions of the seasons. When we make a conscious effort to tap into our natural ability to relax our nervous system, we feel less stimulated by our external experience. We can begin to release attachments in our internal landscape from past conditions and see this moment with clarity. Our cultivated stillness and groundedness move us through the world feeling more empowered. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Within each us is an inner child. A potent connection to unconditional love, joy, and curiosity. In psychoanalytic terms this is the part of our subconscious that collects core beliefs, messages, and hopes from the lens of a child, throughout our lives. In this meditation we cultivate the skill of reparenting; this is the act of giving yourself what you didn't receive as a child. When we heal from childhood traumas we deepen our capacity for self-love.

When we first enter this world, we are open, curious, and trusting. This is the nature of who we truly are. This meditation is a return to these qualities. This practice comes from the Buddhist tradition of “metta” which means loving-kindness. We can cultivate our natural capacity for kindness and goodwill by mentally offering affirmations with a compassionate intention. Research shows that those who regularly practice kindness have more fulfilling social interactions, loving relationships, and are overall happier.

The imprints of trauma arise not only through narratives but also through our emotions which are inextricable with sensations. These felt-experiences that we call anxiety or fear, we interpret from the tightness in the chest or the gut-wrenching feeling in the belly. To heal from trauma is to find ways to cope with these overwhelming sensations and emotions associated with the past.  This mindfulness technique is a step-by-step process that helps us cultivate our awareness of our bodies, moment by moment. 

Patience is wisdom. When we’re grasping for the future we can become stressed out and unsatisfied with our current reality. But when we trust the timing of our life we choose the path of least resistance. Practice slowing down and enjoy the benefits of a peaceful presence.

This is a simple mindfulness meditation to help us manage difficult emotions. Practice this meditation to ground yourself when you're feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. There are three steps that make up this practice. The first is to attend to what is happening in the present moment without trying to control your experience. The next step is to narrow your focus on your breath as an anchor. Lastly, you expand your awareness to fill your whole body, bringing together all your sensations. In summary, this practice can help you slow down and open to your experiences more skillfully.

This containment exercise is a guided imagery technique that teaches you how to regulate your emotions The purpose of this technique is to help you regain control of your emotions by utilizing the brain's natural ability to hold and "contain" material. This gives you the freedom to choose when and where these emotions will be processed. This practice can aid in the process of working through intense trauma where symptoms of flashbacks, intense emotions, and sensations may arise. It is helpful during, after, or between sessions.  Disclaimer: this is not meant to treat, diagnose, cure, or replace therapy; seek professional help. The skill of self-soothing allows you to manage or work on overwhelming emotions throughout your day. For more information visit: AdelleDeriquito.com

We draw strength from coming back to nature. The visual image of the mountain practiced in our mind’s eye invites us to be grounded, still, and dignified. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A portal into presence through sound. Allowing us to look directly at the nature of our minds. Like the sky the mind is always changing. A practice to wake up to one’s expansion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Practicing gratitude is a tool for happiness. It has the power to shift our conscious mindset to one of abundance, growth, and creativity. Tune in and manifest. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

To gain access to our intuition we must learn to still the mind. Intuition is our compass to healing and transformation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Training the mind and body to expand with compassions and ease. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Exploring how we can heal through meditation both in trusting our experiencing and attachments. The discussion is coupled with developing body awareness and stillness of the natural flow of the mind. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Exploring one of the oldest form of insight meditation through direct practice and discussions of the literature and research. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app