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Marcus Aurelius Focus Meditation, Day 7 Art of Happiness Series

Daily Meditation Podcast

Release Date: 04/02/2021

Crafting Your Inner Haven, Day 1: Calm in the Chaos: Your Daily Stress Shield show art Crafting Your Inner Haven, Day 1: Calm in the Chaos: Your Daily Stress Shield

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Welcome to the first day of our journey! Today, we'll tap into the power of visualization—a technique that uses your imagination to create a sense of calm. Our minds are incredibly powerful, and by consciously directing our thoughts to a peaceful place, we can physically reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Studies have shown that simply imagining a tranquil scene can lower heart rate and blood pressure. You don't need to be a "visual" person; just close your eyes and let your mind wander to a place that feels safe and serene. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Calm in the Chaos: Your Daily...

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Trusting Yourself, Day 7: Trusting Yourself, Day 7: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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Congratulations on reaching the final episode in this week's series! Today's practice is an act of trust in yourself and the journey you have begun. You have put in the work, and now is the time to simply observe and honor the progress you have made. You are no longer just reacting to the world; you are responding from a place of conscious awareness. This is the quiet revolution you are creating. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can Control" Welcome to The Quiet Revolution, a week guiding you with empowering, intriguing, and...

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The Pinnacle of Self-Mastery, Day 6: The Pinnacle of Self-Mastery, Day 6: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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Today’s practice is about celebrating your progress and integrating everything you've learned. It is a testament to the quiet revolution you are creating within. By consciously layering these techniques, you are building a robust and personal practice, a tool that will be uniquely yours to draw upon whenever you need it. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can Control" Welcome to The Quiet Revolution, a week guiding you with empowering, intriguing, and action-oriented insight and meditations. Your focus this week is on a psychological...

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Mastering Emotional Flow, Day 5: Mastering Emotional Flow, Day 5: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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While we cannot always control which emotions arise, we can master how we respond to them. The second chakra teaches us that emotions are like water—they are meant to flow. When we try to suppress or resist them, they can become stagnant, causing tension and discomfort. When we allow them to flow, we are able to feel deeply without getting stuck in the feeling. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can Control" Welcome to The Quiet Revolution, a week guiding you with empowering, intriguing, and action-oriented insight and meditations. Your...

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Mastering Your Body's Wisdom, Day 4: Mastering Your Body's Wisdom, Day 4: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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Welcome to midweek in the series! Discover how in ancient yogic philosophy, each finger corresponds to a different element of nature, and when specific fingers are brought together, they create a circuit to channel energy and focus the mind. Be guided with insight and a meditation exploring the neuroscientific research connecting these gestures and their effect on the body's subtle energy systems and neural pathways, suggesting that these physical anchors can help create a sense of grounding and stability. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can...

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Calming Breath, Day 3: Calming Breath, Day 3: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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Today, you're guided with a calming breathing technique. By bringing awareness to your breath, you learn to observe the physical manifestations of stress as they arise and address them before they take over. This is not about escaping reality but about engaging with it from a position of calm, grounded power. Your breath is your quiet revolution in action, a tool to master your internal state amidst the external chaos. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can Control" Welcome to The Quiet Revolution, a week guiding you with empowering,...

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The Power of Your Internal Narrative, Day 2: The Power of Your Internal Narrative, Day 2: "The Quiet Revolution" meditation series

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Today, you will begin to replace limiting beliefs with truths that serve your well-being. Confront the subtle but powerful force that shapes your reality: your self-talk. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE QUIET REVOLUTION: Mastering What You Can Control" Welcome to The Quiet Revolution, a week guiding you with empowering, intriguing, and action-oriented insight and meditations. Your focus this week is on a psychological benefit: gaining control and creating deep, lasting change in your life. If you are driven by personal growth and self-improvement, you will discover ways to...

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Mastering the Battle Within, Day 1: Mastering the Battle Within, Day 1: "The Quiet Revolution: Mastering What You Control," meditation series

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Welcome to the first day of your Quiet Revolution. Today, we begin by mastering the most fundamental aspect of your inner world: your attention. In a world of constant distraction, the ability to direct your focus is a superpower. Neuroscience shows that where we place our attention literally shapes our brain. The prefrontal cortex, the brain's "executive control center," is directly strengthened by mindfulness practice, improving your ability to focus, make decisions, and manage impulses. This meditation will lay the foundation for a life lived with intention, not reaction. WELCOME TO THIS...

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Your Personal Reset Button, Day 7: Your Personal Reset Button, Day 7: "The Five-Minute Reset" meditation series

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As the week draws to a close, today’s practice helps you mindfully transition from your work life to your personal life. It's a crucial step in preventing stress from carrying over into your home, helping you be more present with your loved ones and for yourself. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE FIVE-MINUTE RESET" Welcome to The 5-Minute Reset, your daily dose of calm in a chaotic world. This series is designed for anyone who feels they don't have enough time to meditate, proving that even a few minutes can profoundly change your day. Each episode is a focused, bite-sized...

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Letting Go of the Workday, Day 6: Letting Go of the Workday, Day 6: "The Five-Minute Reset" meditation series

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As the week draws to a close, today’s practice helps you mindfully transition from your work life to your personal life. It's a crucial step in preventing stress from carrying over into your home, helping you be more present with your loved ones and for yourself. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: "THE FIVE-MINUTE RESET" Welcome to The 5-Minute Reset, your daily dose of calm in a chaotic world. This series is designed for anyone who feels they don't have enough time to meditate, proving that even a few minutes can profoundly change your day. Each episode is a focused, bite-sized...

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"The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts... " 

-- Marcus Aurelius, Stoic philosopher and author of Meditations 

Have you found yourself caught up in all the crises and uncertainty of these days? It's high time for some genuine happiness! In this week's series, you'll focus on visualizing the kind of life you'd like to live. In each episode, you'll discover meditation techniques and inspiration from the world's great meditation masters. Your life is worth so much more than the stress and uncertainty of these days.

This is day 7 of a 7-day The Art of Happiness series, episodes 2271-2277.   THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:

YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: GO  A HAPPINESS QUEST:

Start each day visualizing the kind of accomplishments you want to achieve and the kind of life you'd like to live. To make this week extra meaningful, journal about the kind of life you're creating for yourself.

THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION TECHNIQUES:   Day 1:  Visualization  Day 2:  Affirmation Day 3:  Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra Technique Day 5:  Chakra Technique Day 6:  Layer Meditation Techniques Day 7:  Reflection + Introspection   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at [email protected] or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! 

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All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to [email protected].