Podcast Summary
Focus on bodily sensations for loving kindness meditation: By focusing on bodily sensations during loving kindness meditation, we can cultivate feelings of self-compassion and move away from body hostility.
Instead of using phrases for loving kindness meditation, we can focus on the sensations in our bodies. Don Mauricio, a meditation teacher, suggests setting up a comfortable posture, relaxing the body, and recalling a moment of connection or warmth. By focusing on the sensations that arise, we can cultivate feelings of loving kindness within ourselves. It's normal for these feelings to fade, so we can bring up an image or thought to reignite the experience. This practice can help us move away from body hostility and towards a greater sense of mindfulness and self-compassion. Try it out for yourself in the Wondery app or on Apple Podcasts.
Practicing loving-kindness meditation: Radiate loving feelings towards people or beings, receive their loving feelings, and benefit yourself and others
Practicing loving-kindness meditation involves relaxing and welcoming people or beings into your mind, radiating loving feelings towards them, and receiving their loving feelings in return. This exercise can be done spontaneously throughout the day and can be especially helpful in difficult moments when focusing on self-love. To get started, try imagining a group of people radiating loving kindness towards you, and then imagine yourself doing the same. Remember, this practice can be done anywhere, anytime, and the benefits can be significant for both yourself and those around you. So, take a moment to give it a try, and don't forget to open your eyes or lift your gaze to fully receive the experience. And if you're enjoying this podcast, consider supporting it by joining Wondery Plus or through other platforms like Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or by filling out a short survey at Wondery.com/survey. Happy listening!
