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Apr 21, 202406:55

Meditation: Relaxing Body and Mind 10 min

Meditation is an ancient practice that serves as a bridge to tranquility and inner balance, benefiting both the body and the mind. By focusing your attention on the present moment, whether through breathing, a mantra, or mindful observation, you foster deep relaxation. This regular practice helps reduce stress and anxiety, improves concentration, and promotes greater awareness of oneself and one's surroundings. By spending time meditating, you cultivate a state of calm and mental clarity, allowing you to face daily challenges with greater serenity and perspective. Help me keep offering free meditations by joining my community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon Every week we have Group Session, where we meditate together, share and answer questions, online on Zoom Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/peaceandmind More meditations https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKuIINnfIDIZh3DZvpzGpQ-jntbe4qVqn and tools: http://contemplarte.org/en https://linktr.ee/almadharma Join our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/267286877290530 connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_ FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArt Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlmaAyon Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon

Mar 23, 202410:01

Lessons from autumn and reflecting on life and burnout

Through my walks in nature this autumn, I learned valuable lessons about life and about myself. Contemplating the forest gave me peace; painting the autumn leaves became a moving meditation, each brushstroke a reflection on the ephemeral beauty of existence. Watching the river, with its constant flow, reminded me that change is the only constant in life. This journey and learning became my personal digital detox, an antidote against burnout, and a strategy to find inner calm. Sharing these experiences is like opening a window to my soul, inviting others to find peace in nature, creativity in art, and serenity in living slowly. Learn step by step with instructions and list of materials and have access to all my tutorials on drawing, watercolor, abstract painting, articles, meditations, behind the scenes, material recommendations, etc. Join me on Patreon or Ko-Fi. Here are the links. ko-fi: https://www.kofi.com/soul Patreon: / almaayon Remember to allow your inner artist to express itself. Painting and drawing have great benefits: - We enter a meditative state, since we can flow in the present while we paint. - Promotes stress and anxiety relief. - Expands creative growth. - Strengthens memory. - Improves motor skills and problem solving. - Cultivate emotional growth. - Stimulates an optimistic attitude. Website Watercolors and notebooks: https://dreamlike.us INSTAGRAM: / almawatercolors Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Prints for sale https://alma-ayon.pixels.com Original watercolors for sale https://ko-fi.com/alma/shop Order a watercolor http://ko-fi.com/alma/commissions Tutorials ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alma Patreon: / almaayon Join our community: / 267286877290530 connect Instagram: / alma.ayon FB / almaayonofficial Twitter: / almaayon Patreon: / almaayon

Mar 16, 202420:24

Meditation: The 3 Characteristics of Reality | 3 Marks of Existence

Meditation in Buddhist philosophy deeply explores the Three Characteristics of Reality, also known as the Three Marks of Existence: impermanence (anicca), suffering or unsatisfactoriness (dukkha), and non-self (anatta). Impermanence highlights the transient nature of all things, where every phenomenon is in a constant state of flux. Suffering or unsatisfactoriness is the acknowledgment that life involves suffering, stress, and dissatisfaction, often due to clinging to impermanent things. The concept of non-self challenges the notion of a permanent, unchanging self, suggesting that what we consider the 'self' is a collection of changing phenomena. Meditative practices in this context focus on deeply understanding these characteristics, leading to a profound realization of the true nature of reality, fostering detachment, and culminating in spiritual liberation. Help me keep offering free meditations by joining my community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon If you have any questions or requests for topics for meditations or reflections, leave them in the comments. Every week we have Group Session, where we meditate together, share and answer questions, online on Zoom Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz

Jan 11, 202417:36

Morning routine 5am slow living, meditation and creativity

In this vlog I share my morning routine that begins around 5 in the morning, and in which I incorporate meditation, yoga, workout and painting, and share a bit about my life as an artist and meditation teacher. I hope this inspires you to make time for the things that are most important in your life. Upcoming human figure drawing workshop with the model Aileen Kent who appears in this video. We will do a Halloween theme. In person and online. 4 Nov 11-13:30 info@contemplarte.org
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Oct 19, 202305:41

Meditation 5 min of Concentration and Mindfulness

Single-pointed attention meditation and mindfulness are two complementary approaches to cultivating presence and mental well-being. While one-pointed attention focuses on keeping the mind fixed on a single object, such as the breath or a mantra, to develop concentration and calm, mindfulness involves an open, non-judgmental awareness of present experiences. Both techniques teach us to be completely in the present moment, thereby reducing stress and improving mental clarity. Practicing these methods regularly can lead to greater self-understanding and a sense of balance in everyday life. Every week we have Group Session, where we meditate together, share and answer questions, online on Zoom Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/peaceandmind More meditations https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKuIINnfIDIZh3DZvpzGpQ-jntbe4qVqn and tools: http://contemplarte.org/en https://linktr.ee/alma.ayon Join our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/267286877290530 connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.ayon/ FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaAyonOfficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlmaAyon Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon

Oct 05, 202305:09

What is Karma? The Law of Cause and Effect in Buddhism

How Karma works? Karma in Buddhism is the intriguing law of cause and effect that shapes your life based on your actions. Good decisions reward you with positive experiences, while bad ones have repercussions. Ever wonder how karma impacts your journey through life and even future incarnations? It's more than just "what goes around, comes around."

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Sep 26, 202309:17

Meditation: Rest in the present with full attention and mindfulness

In this guided meditation, we scan our body to reach a deep relaxation and connect with our breathing, to then practice mindfulness, and cultivate presence while we rest.

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join me as I bring the enchanting landscapes of Bali to life on to paper with watercolors. As I layer each stroke, I'll share some of my most cherished memories from my time living in this tropical paradise, where I was in toch with nature throu art, meditation and yoga. We take a journey to Ubud's famous Monkey Forest Sanctuary, where lush forests meet playful primates surrounded by forest and temples. This painting isn't just about capturing a scene; it's about an experience. Perhaps this will inspire your own artistic journey. Remember to allow your inner artist to express itself. Painting and drawing have great benefits: - We enter a meditative state, since we can flow in the present while we paint. - Promotes stress and anxiety relief. - Expands creative growth. - Strengthens memory. - Improves motor skills and problem solving. - Cultivate emotional growth. - Stimulates an optimistic attitude. Website Watercolors and notebooks: https://dreamlike.us INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dreamlike.us Prints for sale https://alma-ayon.pixels.com Original watercolors for sale https://ko-fi.com/alma/shop Order a watercolor http://ko-fi.com/alma/commissions Tutorials ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alma Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon

Sep 18, 202308:35

Painting Bali | Ubud Monkey Sanctuary

Sep 05, 202308:04

Sleep Deeply Relaxed: Meditation for Insomnia & Stress Relief

Struggling to fall asleep or just need a moment of deep rest? This guided meditation is designed to help you achieve profound relaxation even if sleep eludes you. Find yourself drifting into sleep, while finding significant relief from stress. With this technique you will learn to relax your mind and body, and discover how to move your vital energy or 'Prana,' into your Navel Chakra. Experience a new level of restfulness and recharge your well-being. Share with us your experience doing this meditation.

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Aug 28, 202317:30

Gentle vase breathing meditation

The key to this meditation is leaving your abdomen very relaxed and a little bit expanded like a vase, without forcing it.

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Aug 07, 202311:47

The 3 characteristics of Reality

Buddha taught that everything in reality has 3 characteristics or 3 marks.

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Jul 13, 202305:34

Investigating the Mind

Reflection about THE MIND how to observe it and question it.

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Jul 06, 202307:19

Life of a nomad Painter

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Jun 29, 202303:37

Meditation Investigating the Mind

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Jun 18, 202314:47

Understanding Karma's Influence on Our Lives

A reflection about Karma, causes and consequences. Being free from suffering and cultivating happiness. Share with us your experience. If you have any questions or requests for topics for meditations or contemplations, leave them in the comments. Join our weekly meditation and discussion group. Every week we meet via Zoom. Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Subscribe to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/peaceandmind More meditations and tools: http://contemplarte.org/en https://linktr.ee/alma.ayon Join our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/26728... connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.ayon/ FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaAyonOffi... Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlmaAyon Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon

Apr 20, 202314:04

10 Minutes Meditation

10 minute guided meditation. Settle your body and mind in the present. Share with us your experience doing this meditation.

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Feb 28, 202309:53

How to Transform Attachment

A reflection about on Transforming Attachment. Being free from suffering and cultivating detachment and equanimity.

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Jan 28, 202313:30

MEDITATION for TRANSFORMING ATTACHMENT

In this meditation we focus on Transforming Attachment. You can do a few minutes of calming the mind at the beginning or jump to the main topic on the next timestamps. 0:00 Calm abiding meditation (Shamatha) 07:25 Transforming Attachment meditation 18:09 Dedication

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Dec 27, 202219:09

Productivity is Laziness. Find out Why.

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Nov 07, 202207:31

How we project permanence and distort reality

We're constantly exaggerating and projecting unrealistic expectations on reality. We project permanence and other cognitive filters. How can we deconstruct this habit?

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Oct 31, 202210:23

The Ache of Attachment

We reflect on how to remove the pain caused by attachment and be free.

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Oct 24, 202208:31

Meditation for Taking the Ache of Attachment

First a few minutes of mindfulness meditation to calm the mind followed by an analytical meditation to understand how to take the ache of attachment

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Jun 08, 202233:58

Meditation for the peace of Ukraine and Russia

First a few minutes of shamatha meditation to calm the mind followed by an analytical meditation.

Witnessing the current war on Ukraine, we try to understand the main underlying cause of this conflict and all the suffering that comes from it.

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