Hilot has been practiced in the Philippines for centuries. Your guide for this episode Lorelie will help you try to quiet your mind and focus on a moment of joy in this meditation. You can sit or lie down on a mat, whatever makes you comfortable.

Hilot meditation 1: Breath

Mindfulness, meditation, living in the present... these are all buzz terms you’ve probably heard. Maybe even tried. But if you haven’t yet found your fit, get a taste of various meditation styles from across the world. Learn about Vipassana, Metta or loving kindness meditation, Japanese forest bathing, sound meditation, Hawaiian ho'oponopono and more. Whether you’ve been meditating for years, or this is your first time, these short meditations led by experienced teachers will fit neatly into your day. Versions of the series are also available Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi, Mandarin and Punjabi.