Mindfulness for beginners that struggle in meditation and with their inner critic

In this episode, I take you through guided practice to let go of stress, anxiety, and releasing emotions. Take a seat and listen to this relaxing meditation and let go of the stress and worries with mindfulness and open focus. If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe, share it, and leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I talk about overcoming obstacles in meditation. Many beginners that start meditation, get frustrated with their practice because of unrealistic expectations. These expectations can add unnecessary stress and frustration. There are beliefs that can interfere with practicing meditation, and I have learned a lot about them from my practice and teaching. Learn simple ways to overcome your meditation struggles and don't give up. Quiet mind better sleep- Free Guide: https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/happymeditator/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/happymeditator If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe, share it, and leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I take you through effective quick meditation. This one could be very soothing to do when you are anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. Finding yourself more calm, grounded, and balanced is as easy as spending 4 minutes on self-care. Take time today to practice this restoring meditation. ----- Do you need help with your sleep? Follow the link below for my free step-by-step guide: Quiet Mind, Better Sleep Technique. https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I talk about how our mind is obsessed with finding negativity and forecasting things to go wrong. I also share my experience of tracking my negative thoughts and pessimism for a day. I created so much unnecessary stress with my thoughts for the entire day. I learned such valuable lessons from this simple exercise and learned about letting go of wanting to be correct. ----- Need help with your sleep? https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ Show notes: https://happymeditator.com/how-to-deal-with-automatic-negative-thoughts-even-when-you-dont-realize-you-have-them/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I talk about negative thoughts and how they affect our bodies and mind. Most of our thoughts are automatic, and we don't realize the impact they have because we don't notice them. I also do a guided mindfulness practice that helps people notice the impact of their negative thinking. This short guided body and though practice can increase awareness and bring more mindfulness to our pessimistic thinking. https://happymeditator.com/how-to-deal-with-automatic-negative-thoughts-even-when-you-dont-realize-you-have-them/ ----- Need help with your sleep? Use the link below to access the FREE guide: Quiet Mind, Better Sleep  https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, you are in for a mindfulness meditation treat. I guide you through a meditation practice focused on relaxing the body and letting go of tension. This type of guided meditation reduces anxiety, stress and creates a relaxation response. You can do this meditation during your day when you want to de-stress. It can also be a fantastic way to end your day and help you go to sleep more calmly. If you want to take your sleep routine to a more mindful and calming level, check out my Free Quiet Mind Better Sleep Guide https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ --- If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I discuss a fascinating study done in Wuhan, China, during the Covid pandemic. The researchers explore if mindfulness meditation can help people get more sleep, reduce stress, and stay more present. I also do a short guided meditation for sleep.  ----- https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ Show notes: https://happymeditator.com/is-mindfulness-meditation-effective-for-anxiety-and-better-sleep-during-the-pandemic/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I talk about fascinating research that was done during the current pandemic. This study looks into people's anxiety and sleep. I know people feel that the stress levels during the pandemic have been so high that maybe meditation can't keep its benefits. This study will show or not if mindfulness meditation is still beneficial and can withstand our uncertain stressful times.  ----- If the stress from the pandemic is not letting go to sleep, check out my Free Quiet Mind Better Sleep Guide: https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ Show notes: https://happymeditator.com/is-mindfulness-meditation-effective-for-anxiety-and-better-sleep-during-the-pandemic/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

The 100th episode of the Happy Meditator podcast is here! In this episode, I talk about the expectation to stop thoughts in mindfulness meditation. Listening to mind chatter in meditation is something that happens to everyone. Learning how to approach the thoughts holds the key to help meditators progress in their practice. This is an informal chat about mindfulness and how we can relate to our thoughts in meditation without getting irritated by them. --- If your chatter is disrupting your sleep, check out my FREE guide Quiet mind, better sleep: https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and/or leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/

In this episode, I talk about the inner critic and how it can sabotage our meditation. Bringing mindfulness to our thoughts can help us silence this negative inner commentary that can stop us from practicing meditation. I also do a short guided mindfulness practice using our breath to help us disrupt self-criticism in meditation. Quiet mind better sleep- Free Guide: https://happymeditator.com/quiet-mind-better-sleep/ Show notes: https://happymeditator.com/how-to-meet-your-inner-critic/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe, share it, and leave a review. If you'd like more information or want to connect with me, visit https://happymeditator.com/