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Just the Meditation: This 10-minute guided meditation invites you deep underground to listen for the "message of the heart." Using progressive body softening and breath awareness, you'll descend into your inner underland to discover what wisdom awaits in the shadows. This meditation is excerpted from our Underland Part 3 episode. Listen to Monday's full episode for context and teachings on journaling your meditation insights and sheltering inner wisdom. Set against calming nature sounds of the Amazon rainforest, this underground meditation guides you through a unique practice of softening and listening. Rather than rushing through your practice, you'll learn to linger in the depths of consciousness, allowing whatever wants to emerge — whether worries, memories, phrases, images, or daydreams — to surface naturally. What You'll Experience: __ __ Post-Practice Suggestion: Have a journal nearby to capture any insights, images, or messages that emerged during your practice — even if they seem nonsensical at first. Podcast Break Notice Our Mindful Nature will be taking a brief hiatus for the holiday season. We'll return in the new year with fresh nature-inspired practices to support your meditation journey. Thank you for being part of our mindful community — may your practice continue to flourish during this restful pause. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Welcome to Part 3 of our Underland meditation series — the final journey into our inner depths. Over the past two weeks, we've learned to linger in uncomfortable spaces and discover gifts hidden in our shadows. Today, we complete this transformative journey by learning how to protect and preserve the wisdom we've unearthed. Inspired by ancient traditions of burying treasure for safekeeping, this episode explores how our underground consciousness can serve as both a storage place for pain AND a vault for our most precious insights. Host Meryl Arnett shares why journaling after meditation isn't just helpful — it's essential for integrating the "message of the heart" that emerges from deep practice. What You'll Learn: __ __ Related Episodes: Listen to Parts 1 and 2 of the Underland series for the complete journey of descending into difficult spaces and mining value from shadow work. Journal Prompts: After your meditation, spend 2-5 minutes writing down what you saw, thought, remembered, felt, or daydreamed — even if it seems nonsensical. This is your inner treasure worth preserving. Podcast Break Notice Our Mindful Nature will be taking a brief hiatus for the holiday season. We'll return in the new year with fresh nature-inspired practices to support your meditation journey. Thank you for being part of our mindful community — may your practice continue to flourish during this restful pause. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just the Meditation: This 15-minute guided meditation invites you into a deep practice of softening and surrender. Using progressive body awareness, you'll release tension layer by layer — from skin through fascia, muscle, and bone — allowing yourself to melt into the present moment. Part of the Underland Series: This meditation is excerpted from our Underland Part 2 episode. Listen to Thursday's full episode for context and teachings on entering the rabbit hole and exploring your inner landscape. Set in the immersive sounds of the Amazon rainforest, this body scan meditation guides you through a unique approach to relaxation. Rather than just releasing muscle tension, you'll explore softening every layer of your being — imagining your skin, fascia, muscle, bone, organs, breath, and even thoughts becoming more fluid and flexible. What You'll Experience: __ __ Perfect for: __ __ Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Welcome to Part 2 of our Underland meditation series. Last week we explored the underground as a place to dispose of what is harmful — trauma, secrets, and pain. This week, we venture deeper to discover the treasure, wisdom, and insight waiting for us in those shadowed spaces. Inspired by Robert Macfarlane's book Underland, this meditation uses the metaphor of underground cave exploration to guide you through narrow, uncomfortable passages toward expansive inner caverns of insight. Like Alice's journey down the rabbit hole, this practice invites chaos and uncertainty as pathways to profound self-discovery. What You'll Experience: Guided progressive relaxation from skin through fascia, muscle, and bone Extended silent meditation for deep inner exploration Amazon rainforest nature soundscape Practice softening resistance rather than fighting your experience Tools for working with difficult meditation sessions Perfect for: Meditation practitioners ready for deeper shadow work Anyone struggling with dark or difficult meditation experiences Those seeking self-discovery and inner wisdom People working through trauma or emotional healing Claustrophobic feelings in meditation or life Related Episodes: Listen to Entering The Underland: Nature Meditation for Processing Fear and Underground Healing {part 1} for the complete exploration of disposing of what is harmful before mining for inner treasure. Content Warning: This episode discusses trauma, shadow work, and difficult emotions. Practice only when you feel physically and emotionally resourced to do so. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Sometimes the most powerful meditation practice is simply staying present — even when it's uncomfortable. This 10-minute guided meditation invites you to lie down, soften, and surrender to what is, accompanied by the immersive sounds of the Amazon Rainforest. Instead of trying to fix, change, or escape difficult feelings, this practice asks you to simply be here. To notice your breath. To feel the sounds of the dark rainforest around you. To acknowledge the thoughts and stories in your mind. And to stay for just one more breath. What To Expect __ __ Perfect For __ __ Meditation Details Length: 10 minutes Style: Guided meditation with silent practice period Position: Lying down (or seated if preferred) Soundscape: Amazon Rainforest field recordings Best for: Anxiety relief, insomnia, stress reduction, grounding practice, surrender practice Practice Tip You don't need to feel peaceful, comfortable, or calm during this meditation. The invitation is simply to be here with what is — the comfortable and uncomfortable, the peaceful and noisy, the enjoyable and unenjoyable. This is your time to stop running and practice staying. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Not all meditation asks us to find the light; sometimes we need to explore the darkness. In this first episode of the October Underland series, meditation teacher Meryl Arnett invites you to stop running from your fears and instead turn around to face them. Inspired by Robert Macfarlane's book Underland, this episode and meditation practice explores what happens when we acknowledge the darkness, both within ourselves and in the world around us, rather than trying to escape it. If you've been feeling overwhelmed by political chaos, buried trauma, or simply the weight of difficult emotions you've pushed underground, this meditation will help you understand why staying present to discomfort is the path to genuine healing and transformation. What To Expect Understanding the "underland" as both physical space (caves, burial sites) and metaphorical space (the unconscious, buried trauma) The wisdom of the Three of Swords tarot card: discovering hope at the very center of grief A guided meditation practice with immersive Amazon Rainforest soundscapes from field recordist Nick McMahan An invitation to acknowledge what we've disposed of, buried, or hidden that needs our attention Perfect For Anyone feeling overwhelmed by political anxiety or helplessness in the face of global events Meditation practitioners ready to explore deeper, shadow work through contemplative practice People processing buried trauma, grief, or difficult emotions Practitioners interested in nature-based meditation with authentic soundscapes Meditation Details Length: 22 minutes Style: Guided meditation with 7-minute silent practice period Position: Lying down or seated (your choice) Soundscape: Amazon Rainforest field recordings by Nature Field Recordist Nick McMahan Best for: Anxiety relief, processing fear, shadow work, trauma acknowledgment, political overwhelm, deep relaxation Join Meryl throughout October as we explore the underland: what we've disposed of (harmful thoughts and buried trauma), what we can yield (minerals and metaphors), and what we shelter (precious matter and memories). Next episode: Discover what happens when we soften enough to yield the value and wisdom hidden in our darkness. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Experience the ancient practice of moon bathing with this 10-minute guided meditation under the Full Harvest Supermoon. Join Meryl for a deeply restorative nature-inspired meditation that harnesses the moon's soothing energy to calm anxiety, release stress, and prepare your body and mind for restful sleep. In this episode, you'll be guided through a gentle moon bathing practice that can be done anywhere you feel safe under the night sky — your back porch, yard, campsite, park bench, or even by a window. Learn to absorb the moon's "life-sustaining nectar" while connecting with the cyclical nature of life and the healing power of nighttime in nature. What is Moon Bathing? Moon bathing is the practice of intentionally spending time in moonlight to absorb its cooling, calming energy. Across ancient cultures and continuing today, the moon has been honored as sacred energy — a gentle, balancing force that soothes the nervous system and reminds us of life's natural rhythms. What You'll Experience Ancient moon bathing techniques honored across cultures for thousands of years Multi-sensory awareness practice engaging sight, sound, scent, and touch Grounding visualization connecting you to both earth and sky 13 minutes of guided relaxation perfect for evening wind-down or bedtime 1 minute of silent moon meditation for personal reflection and curiosity Perfect For Evening relaxation and pre-sleep wind-down routines Anyone feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or mentally exhausted Those seeking to connect with natural cycles and lunar energy Meditation practitioners wanting to deepen their nature connection Anyone interested in gentle, accessible outdoor mindfulness practices Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Gordon Hempton for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://soundtracker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Not all meditation experiences are peaceful — and that's something we need to talk about. In this conversation, meditation teacher Meryl Arnett sits down with mindfulness trainer and trauma expert David Treleaven, PhD, author of The Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workbook, to explore how trauma impacts meditation and vice versa. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, dysregulated, or triggered during meditation practice, this episode will help you understand why — and give you practical tools to work with these challenging experiences. What To Expect Why meditation can trigger trauma responses and what to do about it The spectrum of trauma: understanding the difference between stress, traumatic stress, and PTSD The Window of Tolerance: a powerful framework for knowing when to lean into meditation and when to back off Being with vs. working with: two essential approaches to meditation practice Practical regulation tools beyond traditional seated meditation Perfect For Meditation practitioners experiencing difficulty or overwhelm in practice Yoga and meditation teachers wanting to develop trauma-informed teaching skills Mental health professionals integrating mindfulness into their work Anyone with a trauma history exploring meditation Parents helping children develop emotional regulation skills Anyone interested in understanding the intersection of meditation and mental health Featured Guest David Treleaven, PhD is a writer, educator, and trauma professional specializing in trauma-sensitive mindfulness. His work helps meditation teachers and practitioners understand how to work skillfully with trauma in contemplative practice. He's trained thousands of meditation teachers worldwide and his resources include The Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workbook and various online trainings. Find David at: davidtreleaven.com Resources Mentioned The Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Workbook by David Treleaven Widening the Window by Elizabeth Stanley Teachers referenced: Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield, Rick Hanson Free trauma-informed meditation webinar available at davidtreleaven.com Join the Conversation Have you experienced challenges in your meditation practice? What tools help you regulate when practice becomes overwhelming? Share your experiences on social media using #meditatewithmeryl Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment. If you're experiencing trauma symptoms or mental health concerns, please consult with a qualified mental health professional. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find her at: https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just the Meditation - Join host Meryl Arnett for a profound 15-minute guided meditation that uses advanced breathing techniques to move you from linear thinking into expansive, timeless awareness. This practice progresses from structured spine breathing to flowing circular breath, ultimately releasing into pure presence. What You'll Experience: Complete guided meditation moving through three distinct phases Linear spine breathing to establish awareness and rhythm Circular breathing technique that dissolves time boundaries Extended period of unguided timeless meditation (7-8 minutes) Gentle integration and return to ordinary consciousness Perfect For: Experienced meditators ready for deeper practices Those curious about advanced breathing techniques Anyone seeking to transcend time-based thinking Practitioners wanting to explore non-linear meditation states People interested in the relationship between breath and consciousness Ready to explore the depths of circular breathing and timeless awareness? Find your meditation seat and join Meryl for this transformative journey beyond linear time. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
A meditation perfect for fall - Host Meryl Arnett shares a deeply moving story of witnessing three ancient ginkgo trees releasing all their golden leaves at once—a moment so magical that families stopped their cars to stand beneath the "snow" of falling leaves. This beautiful memory becomes the foundation for a 10-minute guided meditation on the art of letting go. What You'll Experience: A gentle 10-minute meditation perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners Immersive forest soundscape with rustling leaves and peaceful bird songs Tree imagery for grounding, stability, and knowing when to release This practice is Perfect For: Anyone struggling with overthinking or mental loops People seeking stress relief and anxiety reduction Those new to meditation looking for accessible, nature-based practices Experienced meditators wanting seasonal inspiration Anyone feeling stuck or needing to practice release and surrender Seasonal Reflection: This meditation is particularly powerful during autumn when nature demonstrates letting go all around us. However, the practice of releasing thoughts like falling leaves is relevant year-round for anyone seeking mental clarity and emotional freedom. About the Soundscape: Features authentic forest sounds from Emmy award-winning acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton including gentle breezes rustling through leaves and peaceful bird chatter, creating an immersive natural environment that supports deep relaxation and mindful awareness. Ready to learn the art of letting go from nature's wisest teachers? Find a comfortable seat and join Meryl for this touching meditation inspired by the magic of ginkgo trees and falling leaves. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Gordon Hempton for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://soundtracker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
The Fall Equinox is a time of balance, and today's episode is a practice devoted to cultivating this balance for the colder, darker months ahead. Join guest host Eve Payor from Singing Pines as she guides you through an authentic forest bathing experience rooted in the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku. This isn't about hiking or exercising—it's about mindfully receiving nature's healing gifts through all your senses. What You'll Experience: __ __ The Science Behind Forest Bathing Research led by Professor Yoshifumi Miyazaki at Chiba University reveals forest bathing: __ __ Perfect For: __ __ What You'll Need: __ __ Practice Highlights: This episode includes a full 30-minute forest bathing experience with guided sensory awareness, three distinct nature connection invitations, and built-in reflection time. Eve's gentle guidance helps you discover the healing power of simply being present with the natural world. Ready to experience the profound healing of forest bathing? Find your favorite natural space, grab a journal if you'd like, and join Eve for this transformative journey into mindful nature connection. About Guest Host Eve Payor: Eve is a certified guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and founder of Singing Pines, dedicated to sharing Mother Earth's healing power through guided nature experiences. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
In this third installment of the "Steadiness of Stone" series, host Meryl Arnett guides us through a fascinating exploration of time's flexible nature and how meditation reveals timeless awareness beyond our everyday linear experience. What You'll Discover: __ __ Featured Meditation Practice: Experience a unique circular breathing technique designed to help you step out of linear time progression and into expansive, timeless awareness. This 15-minute guided practice uses breath visualization to move from linear spine breathing to circular flow, ultimately releasing into pure presence. Key Takeaways: __ __ Perfect For: Meditators curious about the deeper mysteries of consciousness, anyone struggling with time anxiety or meditation expectations, and those interested in how ancient wisdom aligns with modern physics. Resources Mentioned: Carlo Rovelli (Italian physicist) "Divination and Synchronicity: The Psychology of Meaningful Chance" (Jungian psychology) Poem: "The Three Oddest Words" by Wislawa Szymborska Ready to explore timeless awareness? Grab your favorite tea, find a comfortable seat, and join Meryl for this mind-expanding journey beyond the ticking clock. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just The Meditation So many of us approach meditation with pressure, rules, and expectations—only to feel more overwhelmed than connected. In today's meditation practice, we explore a fresh, nature-inspired perspective on meditation that expands time, deepens your connection to the present moment, and helps you discover your personal “now.” Press play now and join me. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
What if your experience of time could actually shift the way you feel your anxiety? So many of us approach meditation with pressure, rules, and expectations—only to feel more overwhelmed than connected. In this episode, we explore a fresh, nature-inspired perspective on meditation that expands time, deepens your connection to the present moment, and helps you discover your personal “now.” You’ll learn how shifting your relationship to time can transform your mental health and create more resilience, even when life feels fast and chaotic. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why anxiety eases when you stop chasing the “perfect” meditation practice. How sitting still expands your personal now and builds inner resilience. A grounded, nature-inspired way to feel more connected and less overwhelmed. Listen now to step into meditation with freedom instead of pressure—and discover a deeply personal path to mental health and connection. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
For the Full Harvest Moon: A Moonlight Bathing Meditation In this episode, you’ll be guided through a gentle, nature-inspired meditation practice designed to honor the full Harvest Moon, ease feelings of overwhelm, nurture resilience, and deepen your sense of connection with yourself and the world around you. Using the power of moonlight, breath, and stillness, you’ll discover how simple moments outdoors can profoundly support your mental health. Take a pause, step outside, and let this moonlit meditation guide you into peace and clarity—listen now and feel the shift. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Gordon Hempton for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://soundtracker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
What if the way you think about time is actually feeding your anxiety? In this episode, we explore how meditation can shift your relationship with time—freeing you from the pressure of the clock and helping you feel more grounded, connected, and resilient. Instead of rushing through moments or relying on timers, this practice invites you to sit with stillness and discover a timeless space within yourself. You’ll walk away with: A nature-inspired perspective on time that reduces feelings of being overwhelmed. Today's nature sounds come from the Eastern Cascade Mountains of the Pacific Northwest. A meditation approach that creates mental health benefits by slowing down anxiety. Practical ways to build resilience and deepen your connection through timeless practice. Take a breath, let go of the ticking clock, and discover how meditation can transform your experience of time—press play to begin. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Are you lying awake at night, overwhelmed by racing thoughts and rising anxiety? This episode guides you through a meditation practice designed to ease tension, quiet the mind, and help you melt into deep, restorative sleep. Instead of battling your body or forcing your breath, you’ll discover how meditation, connection to nature-inspired imagery, and gentle awareness can transform anxiety into calm and resilience—supporting your mental health in a way that feels natural and sustainable. In this practice, you’ll experience how to: Release stress and tension from head to toe through mindful breathwork. Build a circle of calm and safety to soothe anxiety and support sleep. Strengthen your resilience by connecting to the flow of breath as a grounding anchor. Drift into peace and connection—tune in now to discover how meditation can help you quiet anxiety and embrace rest. Learn more and sign up for Nature's Reflection: A Meditation and Forest Bathing Retreat happening October 23 - 26 here: https://www.hambidge.org/workshop-schedule/natures-reflection-a-meditation-and-forest-bathing-retreat Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
A New Moon Meditation This short guided moon meditation offers you a gentle practice to pause, connect with nature, and find resilience in stillness. Too often, when anxiety hits, we look for quick fixes or distractions. But what if the answer lies in slowing down, syncing with your breath, and connecting to something bigger than yourself—the rhythm of the natural world? In this 5-minute moon meditation, you’ll discover: How to use breath awareness to release anxiety and tension. The power of connecting with nature to restore mental health and inner balance. A simple nighttime practice that strengthens resilience when you feel overwhelmed. Take this moment for yourself. Press play now and let meditation guide you back to calm, connection, and peace. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Is overwhelm or anxiety causing sleep struggles? It’s frustrating to lie in bed, mind racing, despite your best efforts to relax. But what if your meditation practice is missing the one thing that could truly settle your nervous system—nature-inspired simplicity? In this nature-inspired guided nighttime session, you’ll be gently led through a calming journey of sound, breath, and progressive muscle relaxation, all set to the soft, slow rhythms of snowy crickets in Eastern Washington. Designed for anyone navigating anxiety, stress, or sleep struggles, this episode brings intentional stillness back into your life. You’ll discover: A simple yet powerful method to release tension from every part of your body. A nature-based sensory experience that promotes deeper mind-body connection. A meditative sleep ritual that helps ease anxiety and build emotional resilience. Press play and let your breath—and the crickets—guide you into calm. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Ever felt like meditation isn’t working for your anxiety? You’re not alone. Many people try to sit in silence only to find their thoughts racing, their bodies tense, and their minds stuck on daily stressors. But what if the secret to easing anxiety was letting nature do the heavy lifting? In this episode, we guide you through a sensory journey deep into the Amazon rainforest—blending progressive muscle relaxation, mindful body scanning, and the sounds of the wild to create a calm that lasts long after the practice ends. By the end, you’ll discover: How to release physical tension step-by-step so your mind naturally follows into calm. Why connecting with nature-inspired soundscapes can restore mental clarity and resilience. The simple meditation cues that can anchor you when feeling overwhelmed. Let this immersive practice help you trade anxious restlessness for deep, grounded stillness—press play and breathe easier tonight. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
This August, under the glow of the Full Sturgeon Moon, you’re invited to slow down and listen deeply—just like the ancient sturgeon who’ve glided through waters since the Jurassic era. In this moonlit meditation, we connect to the energy of these “living fossils” and tap into the quiet power of ancestral wisdom. Set against the soundscape of a South Carolina wetland, you will hear the call of a Barred owl, the hush of insects, and the splash of feeding fish. This practice is a gentle invitation to rest in the flow of time. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply seeking more mental clarity, this practice offers a quiet but powerful path to mental health resilience. In this episode, you’ll experience: A calming, immersive full moon meditation that uses a wetlands nature soundscape, recorded by accoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton, to soothe anxiety A guided visualization rooted in ancient wisdom to deepen your connection and resilience Subtle breathing techniques to release tension and anchor you in the present moment Press play now for a moment of stillness and to see what ancient knowing rises to meet you. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Gordon Hempton for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://soundtracker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Do you struggle with anxiety and racing thoughts at night—just when you need rest most? This soothing, nature-inspired meditation guides you into deep stillness using techniques that gently calm the body and mind—no pressure to perform, no spiritual overwhelm. Whether you’re new to meditation or returning after a stressful day, this practice helps you reconnect with your breath, your body, and the world around you. You’ll walk away with: A simple body-scan method to relieve physical tension and emotional stress A guided eye-focused technique that slows mental chatter and eases anxiety An ocean-waves nature soundscape recorded at Rialto Beach that promotes sleep and emotional resilience Let this session be your nightly reset—press play and melt into true relaxation. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just The Meditation! In today's guided nature meditation, you’re invited to stop fixing and start feeling. Through a summer rainstorm-inspired meditation, we explore how to make peace with uncertainty and honor the mysterious rhythms within and around you. If anxiety has you gripping for control, this practice will help you release the need to understand and soften into your own resilient presence. Press play and practice now! Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free meditations, soundscapes, creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Do you try to meditate your way out of anxiety—only to feel more overwhelmed when clarity doesn't come? In this final episode of the Chaos to Calm series, you’re invited to stop fixing and start feeling. Through nature-inspired meditation, we explore how to make peace with uncertainty and honor the mysterious rhythms within and around you. If anxiety has you gripping for control, this practice will help you release the need to understand and soften into your own resilient presence. Here’s what you’ll take away: A new way to relate to anxiety—by listening instead of solving. How fractal patterns in nature mirror your inner world (and how that builds calm). A gentle practice to help you reconnect with your breath, your body, and the deep mystery of life. Let go of control, soften your edges, and rediscover your connection to calm—press play now. Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Ever feel like your thoughts are louder than summer thunder? This short, New Moon nature-inspired meditation is your invitation to step into calm—even if the world around you feels chaotic. If anxiety has you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or simply exhausted, this guided 5-minute practice offers a soft place to land. Rooted in imagery, rhythm, and silence, you’ll explore how breath and awareness can bring you back to steadiness—just like a clock in a thunderstorm. In this episode, you’ll discover: - A gentle technique to regulate anxiety in under 5 minutes - How breath and nature-based imagery can reconnect you to inner calm - A subtle mindset shift to carry resilience with you throughout your day Press play now to reclaim your sense of steadiness—no matter the storm around you. Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Gordon Hempton for today’s nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://soundtracker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just the Meditation Using the metaphor of spiral fractals and labyrinths found in nature, we dive deep into what it really means to “spiral inward” when our external world feels out of control. As you meditate, you will hear the sounds of a summer thunderstorm recorded by Nick McMahan in Eastern Washington at the Ponderay Wildlife Refuge. Sounds of Aspen, thunder and crickets guides you gently inwards. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to your practice, this episode offers permission to meet yourself exactly where you are. It’s an invitation to pause, listen, and breathe—even in the middle of it all. Press play now! Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
In this episode, we explore how the practice of meditation can gently guide us through moments of anxiety and overwhelm—especially when life feels chaotic and unpredictable. Using the metaphor of spiral fractals and labyrinths found in nature, we dive deep into what it really means to “spiral inward” when our external world feels out of control. Host Meryl shares personal insights and practical reflections on: - How meditation builds mental health resilience - Why patterns of anxiety often repeat—and how noticing them is the first step to healing - Letting go of the expectation that meditation always leads to calm - Embracing discomfort and distraction as part of the process - A powerful mindset shift: from “this too shall pass” to “this too shall last” - Nature-inspired ways to connect with the present moment and restore inner connection Whether you're new to meditation or returning to your practice, this episode offers permission to meet yourself exactly where you are. It’s an invitation to pause, listen, and breathe—even in the middle of it all. Join us for a guided 10-minute meditation at the end of the episode. Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Do you ever sit down to meditate... only to feel more overwhelmed or disconnected? If anxiety has made your usual grounding practices feel ineffective, this reflective Thunder Moon episode brings a fresh perspective. Meryl guides you through a nature-inspired Oracle card ritual that invites emotional clarity and self-compassion — perfect for listeners who are feeling mentally scattered or in need of deeper connection. In this short, powerful episode, you’ll discover: 1. A unique meditation ritual using Oracle cards to support emotional resilience 2. How the archetype of The Lover can reveal hidden blocks in your relationships with others and yourself 3. A calming, breath-led practice to recenter your nervous system and reconnect to your body Listen now to return to your center — and reimagine your relationship with anxiety. Referenced in this episode: The Witch's Shadow Work Oracle by Clare Gogerty, illustrated by Tijana Lukovic https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-witchs-shadow-work-oracle-clare-gogerty/1144968776?ean=9781786788405 Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
What if your next moment of clarity is already rumbling inside you—just waiting for stillness? This episode invites you to step into the quiet magic of July’s Thunder Full Moon, a time of year when nature is alive with messages of growth, change, and emotional expansion. If anxiety has been whispering or roaring lately, this moonlit meditation is here to help you realign. You’ll reconnect with your breath, body, and the natural world using the rhythmic wisdom of thunder, lightning, and stillness as your guide. In this moonlit episode, you’ll discover: - How tuning into natural cycles can calm anxious energy and sharpen inner clarity - A meditative practice to ground yourself in presence using the senses - A simple question to ask yourself that creates space for emotional breakthroughs Settle in and press play to hear what your heart - and the moon - are whispering to you tonight. Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
Just The Meditation A 15-minute guided Thunderstorm nature meditation moving you from total chaos to total calm. This episode explores how seemingly small stressors create deep emotional fractals—repeating patterns of response that pull us further into anxiety. Drawing insight from both parenting chaos and nature’s geometry, Meryl guides us to use meditation not just as an escape, but as pattern recognition and real-time course correction. You’ll discover: 1. How to use simple breath awareness to interrupt overwhelming mental loops 2. What nature’s fractals can teach us about emotional resilience and healing 3. A subtle mindset shift to bring more compassion and calm to chaotic seasons Tune in now to transform anxiety into insight—and calm your nervous system from the inside out. Sign up for my newsletter at https://merylarnett.substack.com/ to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more. New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class). Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today’s nature field recordings, sound design, and editing; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at: https://www.nickcmcmahan.com https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsen This podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.
