A three minute guided meditation :) Note: I'm learning and exploring meditation myself, so this is but one way in which one could explore meditation, there are many ways one can meditate  (Podcast one talks about that) :), and this way of meditating may not be for everyone, so I encourage you to, continue learning and reading about different ideas and techniques and find one, or several that sit well with you :) P.S: I'm enrolled in a Teacher Training Course to become a meditation teacher - So I will also be sharing my journey with you through my podcasts :)

A spontaneous general rambling (from yours truly) on the impermanence of life. Present Moment Awareness  Being in the present moment What does that entail Being aware of ones surroundings Instead of checking ones emails At night I toss and turn, anticipating tomorrow’s events, then I remind myself, that’s just your ego talking, these thoughts are but not meant.  Plus, the events of tomorrow are not here with me now,  why torture myself with anticipating an expected outcome and of who, what, where, why and how.  Don’t make the thought wrong though, or it will continue to stay,  treat it like a visitor and say to it, good day. (A poem by Amla) Useful Links 1. Free mindfulness apps: https://www.mindful.org/free-mindfulness-apps-worthy-of-your-attention/ 2. Changing Perspective: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iN6g2mr0p3Q 3. On breaking the habit of excessive thinking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTFDfR47dl4

Episode Two looks at what 'present moment awareness' is and gives some insights and ideas on how one could incorporate it into their daily life. Useful Links 1. https://www.innermelbpsychology.com.au/mental-health-resources/ A selection of useful videos  2. https://www.headspace.com/mindfulness An introduction on what is mindfulness 3. https://www.learn-to-meditate.com.au/ A insightful course on beginning to meditate- Pay by Donation 4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lACf4O_eSt0 Introduces the concept of mindfulness. 5. https://www.ted.com/talks/andy_puddicombe_all_it_takes_is_10_mindful_minutes  Introduces the concept of mindfulness and the voice/founder of Headspace. 6. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iN6g2mr0p3Q Helps improve our relationship with our thoughts. 7. https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/articles/200811/the-art-now-six-steps-living-in-the-moment 8. https://hackspirit.com/rewire-brain-live-present-moment-according-neuroscientist/

If you're new to meditation, this podcast gives you some ideas, tips and suggestions on how one can approach it. Links on meditating: Ajahn Brahm on Meditating: https://tricycle.org/trikedaily/ajahn-brahm-control-freak/ Eckhart Tolle: 'What is Meditation?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bAXwBbCtHg Recommended app/s and other links on meditating: Headspace (this is what I use for my daily meditation): https://www.headspace.com/meditation/guided-meditation My special invite link: (I think you get a free trial..hopefully!) https://hdsp.co/buddy/request/t5jPvxz/3C2GM1 Other potential apps to check out: https://www.mindful.org/free-mindfulness-apps-worthy-of-your-attention/ Melbourne Meditation (Pay as you feel online course): https://www.learn-to-meditate.com.au/ Beings who inspire me: https://www.eckharttolle.com/ https://www.louisehay.com/ https://bswa.org/teachings/ Books: https://www.booktopia.com.au/opening-the-door-of-your-heart-ajahn-brahm/book/9780733635038.html https://www.eckharttolle.com/books/ https://www.booktopia.com.au/louise-l-hay/author635.html About Me: Website: http://www.amlaperi.com Instagram: thisisamla Email: [email protected] Mastering of podcast: https://brucegil.net/