After discarding the compulsions of conforming to the world, we discover the fullness of Nothing.

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Silence… stillness… emptiness… all words trying to describe an essence that all of us know something about, and most of us have an uneasy relationship with. Lao Tzu called it “The Void”.  Throughout human history there have always been teachings about what is possibly found within that nothingness when we are able to surrender and … Continue reading After discarding the compulsions of conforming to the world, we discover the fullness of Nothing.

Everything that is not YOU – will dissolve.

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Today's silent meditation is inspired by Khalil Gibran. Silence, as Gibran reminds us, can be a potent tool. In its quiet embrace, we not only encounter "choirs singing the song of ages," within this very stillness lies a profound power, a pathway to uncovering the most authentic version of ourselves. Silence isn't just the absence … Continue reading Everything that is not YOU – will dissolve.

Out beyond ideas of right and wrong, there is a field…

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Sundays are traditionally a time for rest and reflection, and what better way to embrace that stillness than by delving into the profound power of silence? Silence is not the absence of sound, but a gateway to the core of our being. Today's beautiful thoughts on silence come from the 13th Century Persian poet Rumi: … Continue reading Out beyond ideas of right and wrong, there is a field…

The soul always knows what to do to heal.

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I really enjoy Sunday Silent Meditations, and I love finding quotes about silence to share with you. Here are a few really meaningful ones... “The soul always knows what to do to heal. The challenge is to silence the mind.” - Caroline Myss “The quieter you become the more you are able to hear.” - … Continue reading The soul always knows what to do to heal.

Every meditation is “an overcoming”.

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There's a reason meditation has stood the test of time across cultures and traditions. We often hear about its benefits in reducing stress and improving focus, but there's a deeper power simmering beneath the surface, meditating regularly is “an overcoming". Think about it. Before each session, there's likely a familiar voice – the "old you" … Continue reading Every meditation is “an overcoming”.

Touch the original nature of your existence.

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Wrapping up the week with Sadhguru's words on silence.  In today's whirlwind of activity, where stimulation bombards us from every corner, the concept of stillness can feel almost radical. Yet, within the quietude lies a doorway to our most authentic selves and the wellspring of true potential. First a look at what we might discover … Continue reading Touch the original nature of your existence.

You’ll remember what you are… and that there are things you know… always knew.

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There is wisdom in you!  Have you ever had a feeling, deep in your gut, that you knew something to be true, even without logic or explanation?  Perhaps a moment of sudden clarity or a powerful intuition that guided you in the right direction? That, my friend, is the voice of your inner wisdom whispering … Continue reading You’ll remember what you are… and that there are things you know… always knew.

Without wisdom, our compulsion to “do” re-creates the same old problems again and again…

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We live in a world obsessed with action. A desperate need to always be seen “doing”, and yet our constant busy-ness seems to primarily result in “never enough”. Never enough time, never enough money, never enough acceptance, never enough stuff. Our lives become controlled by lists, goals and productivity hacks – the constant pressure to … Continue reading Without wisdom, our compulsion to “do” re-creates the same old problems again and again…

Peace knows where you live, but it will only find you there if you make sure that you are in fact home.

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Sunday meditations are an opportunity to come together, simply to share in a silent space. Jaya John's work doesn't speak much about meditation or silence, but this quote points right in the direction of finding the kind of stillness that we can call home: "Peace knows your address. Make sure that you are home. Be … Continue reading Peace knows where you live, but it will only find you there if you make sure that you are in fact home.

The friend that you’re gradually coming to know, is YOU.

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Sundays are for silent meditation, so less direction from me, and more of experiencing your own silent space. Regular meditation introduces you to a lifelong friend, always present, offering unwavering support and endless depths to explore. This friend isn't someone that you need to go out and meet; it's you. The journey of self-discovery begins … Continue reading The friend that you’re gradually coming to know, is YOU.

Trying to describe the indescribable…

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Words can be beautiful tools, painting vibrant landscapes of imagination and sharing the whispers of the heart. Yet, some truths dance just beyond the grasp of words, like moonlight on water, shimmering and elusive. Lao Tzu, the ancient philosopher, understood this dance intimately. In the last part of Lao Tzu's life, he was old, and … Continue reading Trying to describe the indescribable…

The level of consciousness you tune-in to, determines your experience of the world.

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Imagine life as a giant radio dial, buzzing with frequencies. Each station offers a unique experience, a specific lens through which you perceive the world. But unlike a physical dial, you have the power to choose your vibration – to tune into a consciousness that shapes your reality in remarkable ways. Think about it. When … Continue reading The level of consciousness you tune-in to, determines your experience of the world.

Almost as if we’ve been carrying with us a bunch of noisy passengers all along…

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Imagine for a moment the scene of commuting to and from work every day in a noisy train car. Looking around you, you can see how the train is crammed with anxieties, doubts, and the echoes of others' opinions - this is a screenshot of the reality of what we’re surrounded by day after day. … Continue reading Almost as if we’ve been carrying with us a bunch of noisy passengers all along…

The infinitely creative womb of all existence.

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Do you create the space to spend time in your own silence? And what benefit does spending time in stillness have? Can this benefit be described? Our teacher for this week has been Eckhart Tolle, and we'll have a look at how he describes what it is we find in silence: “Space and silence are … Continue reading The infinitely creative womb of all existence.

Walk as if you are kissing the earth with your feet.

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I clearly remember waking up on a Sunday morning in 2022 wanting to use Thich Nhat Hanh's work for the morning meditation. After powering up my PC I did a search on his name, and right on top of the search results was the news that Thich Nhat Hanh had just passed away. The first … Continue reading Walk as if you are kissing the earth with your feet.

This is the highest form of human intelligence!

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Today’s journey starts with a thought from Jiddu Kirshnamurti, "The ability to observe without evaluating, is the highest form of intelligence." - Jiddu Krishnamurti Have you ever paused to reflect on how quickly we tend to judge - not just others, but ourselves, events, and even fleeting thoughts? This innate compulsion to label things as … Continue reading This is the highest form of human intelligence!

Allow the rawness of your true strength to be revealed to you.

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A message from today's meditation: When we subject ourselves to silence again and again, to the point of complete surrender, there is a softening that happens. Inside of this space of silence we have no need for any of our old patterns, our old habits, the old armour or masks and by repeatedly experiencing the … Continue reading Allow the rawness of your true strength to be revealed to you.

Beyond Words: This field can only be found with the heart.

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Imagine… stepping beyond the buzzing hive of thoughts, anxieties, and to-do lists. Beyond the judgments, doubts, and endless noise of the "doing" mind. There, in the hushed space between breaths, lies a field. Not a field of grass or wildflowers, but a field of pure potentiality, of unbridled connection, of a love whispered in the … Continue reading Beyond Words: This field can only be found with the heart.

This fire will not burn you, but it will burn everything that you are not.

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In today’s today’s meditation we journey together into the transformative process of self-discovery, guided by the wisdom of five powerful quotes that illuminate a path to understanding, and inner peace. What story do these quotes tell? Together, they form a roadmap to silence, urging us to turn inward and find within ourselves the answers we … Continue reading This fire will not burn you, but it will burn everything that you are not.

Seeing YOU through the eyes of your soul.

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We live in a world that is constantly buzzing. Between notifications, deadlines, and endless to-do lists, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Amidst this chaos, the idea of embracing silence might seem alien or even intimidating. Yet, silence holds a transformative power—one that connects us to our deepest selves, to the soul that often gets buried … Continue reading Seeing YOU through the eyes of your soul.

See the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence… We need silence to be able to touch souls.

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Good morning and a happy Sunday to you. You probably know that on Sunday mornings we do a silent meditation, just a circle of people who get together to be in silence together. I love the simplicity, and the connection.  In our fast paced world, silence is a rare and precious commodity. The constant barrage … Continue reading See the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence… We need silence to be able to touch souls.

Deeply surrendering to this human experience is where you’ll find your soul.

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In the inner sanctuary of our minds, a profound transformation unfolds. Meditation, often misunderstood as a mere relaxation technique, is a powerful tool that can unlock the depths of our souls. It's a journey inward, a pilgrimage to the sacred space within. Renae Sauter, offers a beautiful perspective on the transformative power of meditation. She … Continue reading Deeply surrendering to this human experience is where you’ll find your soul.

Your inner GPS guiding you to true north.

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Sunday morning meditations are reserved for silence. I love the idea of us getting together and being able to just slip into silence together. And on a Sunday morning I like to get into our teacher of the week's views on silence, and Oprah doesn't disappoint: "Clarity comes from stillness. I promise you'll feel better … Continue reading Your inner GPS guiding you to true north.

If every 8 year old in the world is taught meditation…

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A thought on meditation... I have seen countless lives change with this one choice - "the decision that meditation will be my new normal." Like getting up in the morning and automatically brushing your teeth, making meditation a part of your day every day, will change how you live your life. Here are a few … Continue reading If every 8 year old in the world is taught meditation…

You ARE the universe experiencing itself.

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A silent meditation for today......... You don't need to stop all of your thinking, but you can slip into a space that is deeper than the thinking and simply be the observer of the thinking... In this place you will find that you're unattached - this doesn't mean that you are separate from everything, but … Continue reading You ARE the universe experiencing itself.

The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.

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Welcome to the practice of silence... Take a moment out of your day and come and sit with us in a circle of silence. You don't have to complete the whole meditation, just come and sit with us for as long as it feels useful to you... "Solitude is for me a fount of healing … Continue reading The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.

What is holding you back?

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"You don't just have the potential to create, you are always creating." - Jack Canfield We are always creating! We were created to create and therefore we create by default, but we're not always creating at our highest potential.  What is it that prevents us from creating at our highest potential? What prevents us from … Continue reading What is holding you back?