Sam, thanks for this meditation. Was so happy to say to myself this morning - "it's time for a Sam Meditation!" And I chose this one. This was so sweet and gentle. There were certain parts that really spoke to me. Like when addressing the hands, reaching out and touching something, I found it quite wonderful to not reach out but to hold hands with myself - left and right in a gentle embrace. I found that very touching. I spend so much time leading from the front of my body or reaching forward, was nice to witness that through that question you posed and be with my hands, one in the other.
I also enjoyed visiting the landscape. Both as a transportation and as it being my body. I was by the ocean, and it kept shifting between the California coast and Hanalai in Kauai. Two of my favorite places, so wonderful to bring the relaxation of the waves, air and sand into my being.
Oh dear one, I smiled when I read "It's time for a Sam meditation." That really is so special to read. I am so glad you come when you are called, and that the meditation you choose gifts you something special.
And what a lovely journey you had. Thank you so much for sharing how holding your own hands made you feel. We so often hold other peoples hands, we so often reach out to others, and then to be invited to reach out and hold our own hands, yes I find that quite profound. Sometimes I find myself looking at my own hands in wonder...these hands do so much, have held so much, have touched so much...
To my ocean friend...may the Californian Coast and Hanalai gift your soul so many exquisite things, today, tomorrow and in all time. xxx
I think this is a beautiful meditation! I teach meditation, too! Your way of leading us and our bodies and minds into the present moment is beautiful. As a somatic experiencing psychotherapist, I appreciate a titrated approach where we slowly build capacity to "be with" what is right here and we do that through various forms of meditation that are right for each person's nervous system. Beautiful, Sam
Oh definitely! I'm so glad you woke up to my comment and it nourished you in some way! I look forward to your meditations, Sam! Thank you for putting these out into the world.
Sam, thanks for this meditation. Was so happy to say to myself this morning - "it's time for a Sam Meditation!" And I chose this one. This was so sweet and gentle. There were certain parts that really spoke to me. Like when addressing the hands, reaching out and touching something, I found it quite wonderful to not reach out but to hold hands with myself - left and right in a gentle embrace. I found that very touching. I spend so much time leading from the front of my body or reaching forward, was nice to witness that through that question you posed and be with my hands, one in the other.
I also enjoyed visiting the landscape. Both as a transportation and as it being my body. I was by the ocean, and it kept shifting between the California coast and Hanalai in Kauai. Two of my favorite places, so wonderful to bring the relaxation of the waves, air and sand into my being.
Thanks again dear friend! 💜
Oh dear one, I smiled when I read "It's time for a Sam meditation." That really is so special to read. I am so glad you come when you are called, and that the meditation you choose gifts you something special.
And what a lovely journey you had. Thank you so much for sharing how holding your own hands made you feel. We so often hold other peoples hands, we so often reach out to others, and then to be invited to reach out and hold our own hands, yes I find that quite profound. Sometimes I find myself looking at my own hands in wonder...these hands do so much, have held so much, have touched so much...
To my ocean friend...may the Californian Coast and Hanalai gift your soul so many exquisite things, today, tomorrow and in all time. xxx
Thanks Sam! 💜
I think this is a beautiful meditation! I teach meditation, too! Your way of leading us and our bodies and minds into the present moment is beautiful. As a somatic experiencing psychotherapist, I appreciate a titrated approach where we slowly build capacity to "be with" what is right here and we do that through various forms of meditation that are right for each person's nervous system. Beautiful, Sam
What a lovely comment to wake up to. Thank you Lisa for your kind words. I am so happy that this meditation resonated deeply with you.
Each Sunday I publish a new meditation here on Substack. I look forward to knowing that you maybe sharing sacred space with me in the ether.
May you have a lovely day today.
In honour of the powerful work you offer your community.
Oh definitely! I'm so glad you woke up to my comment and it nourished you in some way! I look forward to your meditations, Sam! Thank you for putting these out into the world.
thank you, thank you, thank you