A Zen Mind Guided Meditations

Cultivating Comfort: A Cozy Meditation for Warmth & Ease

☕️ This meditation is a little different than what we usually do. It’s an invitation into comfort, warmth, and slowing down in a way that feels genuinely nourishing.This practice is perfect for moments when you need a soft landing. You’re encouraged to make this meditation your own. That might look like a warm beverage, cozy clothes, dim lighting, or simply settling into a space that feels safe and easy for you. We begin this practice with gentle movement followed by stillness, but as always, only do what feels comfortable and supportive for you. There is no right way to experience it. Just meet yourself where you are and let comfort unfold naturally. With love, Jo  👇👇👇 More from A Zen Mind 👇👇👇 ✨Join Me on Instagram! 🎙️ Listen Ad Free 💌Join My Email List 🌸www.azenmindpodcast.com 💖 Say Thanks & Support A Zen Mind *This episode is for relaxation and educational purposes only, and is not a replacement for professional medical or mental health care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best Case Scenario: A Meditation to Ease Anxiety & Overthinking

🌤️ This meditation is a gentle practice for moments when your mind feels caught in worry, overthinking, or “what if” scenarios. Instead of trying to fight your thoughts, we shift your attention toward the best possible outcome and allow your body to experience what it feels like when things work out in your favor. During this practice, you’ll be guided to soften the grip of anxious thinking, reconnect with your breath, and welcome the possibility that things can unfold smoothly and with ease. By focusing on the best case scenario, you begin to retrain your mind to meet uncertainty with calm rather than fear. This is a supportive meditation you can return to anytime you need reassurance, perspective, and a moment of steady grounding in the present. With love, Jo  👇👇👇 More from A Zen Mind 👇👇👇 ✨Join Me on Instagram! 🎙️ Listen Ad Free 💌Join My Email List 🌸www.azenmindpodcast.com 💖 Say Thanks & Support A Zen Mind This episode is for relaxation and educational purposes only, and is not a replacement for professional medical or mental health care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Somatic Meditation: Safe to Be Seen

🍃This meditation is a gentle somatic practice where we tune into the body and explore what it truly feels like to be safe being you. The mind–body connection is incredibly powerful, and when we learn how to listen to the body and turn inward, it offers so much insight, clarity, and wisdom. During this practice, we’ll bring awareness to physical sensations, emotions, and the nervous system, creating space to feel supported and at ease within yourself. As you move through this meditation, you’ll begin to build a deeper sense of safety in your body and nervous system, allowing you to strengthen your relationship with yourself, create more  self-trust, and show up with more compassion, presence, and self-love in your daily life. With love, Jo  👇👇👇 More from A Zen Mind 👇👇👇 ✨Join Me on Instagram! 🎙️ Listen Ad Free 💌Join My Email List 🌸www.azenmindpodcast.com 💖 Say Thanks & Support A Zen Mind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-Minute Breathwork to Calm the Nervous System: Physiological Sigh

☁️This practice is one of my recent favorite breathing techniques for calming the nervous system quickly and effectively. The physiological sigh (also known as cyclic sighing) involves two inhales through the nose, followed by a slow extended exhale through the mouth. It’s a simple yet powerful way to bring your body back into a state of regulation.  This is a great practice if you’re feeling anxious, overstimulated, overwhelmed, or just needing to come back into your body. Read more about Cyclic Sighing here.  This breathwork practice is intended for educational and relaxation purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care. If you have any respiratory, cardiovascular, or medical conditions, or if you experience dizziness, discomfort, or distress at any point, discontinue the practice and consult a qualified healthcare professional. With love, Jo  👇👇👇 More from A Zen Mind 👇👇👇 ✨Join Me on Instagram! 🎙️ Listen Ad Free 💌Join My Email List 🌸www.azenmindpodcast.com 💖 Say Thanks & Support A Zen Mind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Self-Love Sleep Meditation with Healing Affirmations

💤We could all use a little more self-love. This sleep meditation is a gentle practice designed to infuse loving, compassionate energy into your being as you drift off to sleep. We begin by settling the breath with a calming 4–6 breathing pattern, creating a sense of safety and comfort as the nervous system unwinds. After fifteen minutes of gentle guidance, the practice transitions into soothing “I am” affirmations, followed by several minutes of calm music to help you drift off to sleep.  This meditation helps you release the day, soften into compassion, and naturally drift into sleep. With love, Jo  👇👇👇 More from A Zen Mind 👇👇👇 ✨Join Me on Instagram! 🎙️ Listen Ad Free 💌Join My Email List 🌸www.azenmindpodcast.com 💖 Say Thanks & Support A Zen Mind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices