Embodied Practices With Marlo

It has been difficult + challenging the last few weeks. There's been so much unveiling of all the systemic racism that occurs in the US as well as other parts of the world + it has been incredibly hard to process. My emotions range from rage, anger to sadness + hopelessness. And the last few days I have been racked with self-doubt. The interesting thing, at least to me , is that having a mindfulness meditation practice allows me to watch my thoughts + feelings as they rise up. And fuck have they risen up a lot the last few weeks.  I've been doubting every move + thought + decision I make. What do I post? What do I share? Do I share only because others are sharing the same thing? Is it genuine to me? Does it feel right in my bones to share + post on Instagram. Am I doing enough? Am I enough?? And today I decided to lean in + write in my journal about what I've been feeling because in a way I've been avoiding my self-doubt thoughts/feelings. I may have been objectiv...

Being with our thoughts can be incredibly challenging. There is this misconception with the general public that when you meditate, you shouldn't have thoughts during practice but that isn't true. Our minds are meant to think and we simply can't turn off our thoughts. If anything, when we try, we experience resistance and it can actually make the practice even more challenging and stressful. I'm a firm believe that how we relate to our thoughts is a kinder, more compassionate gesture compared to forcing ourselves to stop thinking altogether. This audio recording is a wonderful way of attending to our thoughts in a mindful, kindly way. It is a short practice but I think one you will find useful. Things to think about before and after your practice: Were you able to notice the thoughts in spacious awareness? If not, what did you notice? Did you notice resistance, annoyance, doubt? If so, it's OK. Recognizing the thoughts is part of mindfulness practice. I...

I created this audio meditation practice a few months back but I think with the climate of unease, the fears and anxieties looming due to the COVID-19, this practice will be helpful to calm our nerves and get us settled into our bodies. Easing Into Softness Meditation I hope everyone is staying healthy, safe and most importantly not letting the panic rise up and take hold of both mind & body. And if it is, that's OK too. There is no right or wrong reaction to this. If you are feeling scared, I completely understand and you are not alone. The most important thing I'm taking from all of this is, to step back from time to time to give my mind and body some space so that I can think more clearly. I hope you enjoy this practice and it gives you a sense of ease and softness during this time.  My thoughts are with all of you. Till next time~