Mindful Practices to Try
Replace the thought
(20 minutes)
Thoughts are going to distract us. Let’s pick the thoughts that we focus on.
Diligent Joy
(20 minutes)
The concept of diligent joy has been helpful for me lately when I feel overwhelmed by world events and an endless to-do list. I hope it supports you.
The Glass was Always Broken
(20 minutes)
I love this concept of the broken glass, it’s one that I return to often when I find myself trying to control everything.
Morning Practice
(30 minutes)
Join me for a wake-up practice of yoga, writing, and meditation. This is my favorite way to get grounded and focused for the day. Grab your tea or coffee and enjoy!
Meditation: Practicing Ahimsa
(15 Minutes)
Ahimsa is the concept of non-harming or non-violence. It's easy for us to overlook the ways we might be harming ourselves. So practicing ahimsa means remembering the fundamental connectedness of life, and showing ourselves the compassion we show others.
Meditation: That is the Practice
(18 Minutes)
Meditation isn’t easy. It isn’t supposed to be. In this meditation, I offer some thoughts about how to frame the challenges that come up during a mindfulness practice.
Meditation: Breath Work Body Scan
(15 Minutes)
Combining body scans and breathwork so we can get grounded in our body and settle the nervous system.
Meditation: Positive path to change
(10 Minutes)
You can't hate yourself into lasting change. So, maybe don't beat yourself up and try this instead.
Breathing Focus Meditation
(7 Minutes)
This is a simple breath-focused meditation, great for beginners! This is the kind of mediation you can do every day, to get grounded and return to the present moment.
Five Minute Body Scan Meditation
(5 Minutes)
Being able to identify stress in the body can help us to remove some physical tension and therefore calm the mind. You can use this meditation anytime you want to encourage relaxation.
Five Minute Daily Meditation
(5 Minutes)
I’ve been getting requests for shorter beginner meditations — so here you go! This is a great place to start your practice.
Meditation for Veterans (Audio)
I’ve found that Veterans often require a slightly different kind of meditation. The kind with no BS and lots of swearing.
Meditation: What if I can only focus for 1% of the time?
(4 minutes)
What if 99% of the time my mind is running all over the place?
(Pro-tip: this is TOTALLY normal.)
Metta Meditation
(5 minutes)
In this video, I teach you how to do a Metta Meditation practice, sometimes called Compassion Training or Loving Kindness.
20 Minute Meditation
(20 minutes)
In this beginner-friendly meditation, we walk through the basics of orienting your body and bringing awareness to your breath.
Meditation: What’s the point?
(4 minutes)
Meditation is an incredible tool that has helped me manage my anxiety and depression
Meditation for Beginners: concentration training
(10 minutes)
You've heard that meditation is good for you. But how do you actually do it? In this 10-minute video, Lisa Jakub coaches you through some meditation basics.
Meditation for Veterans (and others who love swearing)
(10 minutes)
Some of Lisa’s combat veteran friends requested a meditation with the filthy language they enjoy. (NSFW: If you don't like swearing this is not for you.)