An Always-Available Source Of Stability | Bonus Meditation with Oren Jay Sofer
Jun 30, 2024
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Guest Oren Jay Sofer, a mindfulness and meditation teacher, discusses finding mental stability through physical stability. He guides listeners in a meditation focused on connecting with the body and grounding for inner stability and hope.
Achieve mental stability through physical grounding techniques.
Develop a sense of stability and support by connecting with your body and the earth.
Deep dives
Connecting with Your Body for Inner Stability
To achieve fitness and sanity, connecting with your body is crucial. Orin J. Sofer, a meditation teacher, emphasizes the importance of finding inner stability to instigate self-improvement effectively. By acknowledging the connection of our body with the earth beneath us, we can tap into a sense of groundedness and support. This practice enables individuals to feel more stable and capable, fostering a sense of hope and energy for a better future.
The Practice of Grounding Meditation
Orin J. Sofer guides a meditation session focused on grounding techniques. By being mindful of the body's contact with the ground, individuals can experience a profound sense of solidity and support. Through this practice, practitioners are encouraged to let go and release tension, allowing them to feel more grounded and at ease throughout the day. By consistently practicing such grounding meditations, individuals can cultivate a mindset of stability and well-being.
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Guided Meditation for Inner Stability and Connection to the Body
To find some mental stability, start with physical stability.
About Oren Jay Sofer:
Oren Jay Sofer teaches mindfulness, meditation and Nonviolent Communication. He has practiced meditation since 1997, beginning his studies in Bodh Gaya, India and is a long-time student of Joseph Goldstein, Michele McDonald, and Ajahn Sucitto, and is a graduate of the IMS/Spirit Rock Teacher Training program. Oren teaches retreats across the country and works as Senior Program Developer at Mindful Schools, teaching and developing curricula for one of the international leaders of mindfulness in education.
To find this meditation in the Ten Percent Happier app, you can search for “Ground Hope In Your Body.”