Be Still and Know:A Meditation with Breath and Mantras

Welcome to this episode of Sit Walk Work, your guide to mindfulness and meditation. I’m Dominic, your host, and in this guided meditation, we’ll explore proven techniques to reduce stress, enhance focus, and cultivate gratitude. Together, we’ll practice soft belly breathing, use mantras like ‘Be still and know that I am,’ and focus on anchoring our attention in the present moment.This episode is perfect for anyone looking to calm their mind, release tension, and reconnect with their inner self. By the end, you’ll feel more grounded, aware, and ready to extend kindness and compassion to yourself and others.If you found value in today’s practice, I invite you to to our growing mindfulness community on Substack, where we discuss tips and strategies for paying attention in a fast-paced world. * 00:00:00 – 00:00:57: Introduction* 00:00:57 – 00:02:28: Recap of Objectives* 00:02:28 – 00:04:14: Settling into Practice* 00:04:14 – 00:07:07: Sensory Awareness* 00:07:07 – 00:08:48: Breath as Anchor* 00:08:48 – 00:11:10: Navigating Distractions* 00:11:10 – 00:14:48: Deepening Awareness* 00:14:48 – 00:19:37: Thoughts as Objects* 00:19:37 – 00:26:15: Mantra Practice* 00:26:15 – 00:27:46: Gratitude Practice* 00:27:46 – 00:30:42: Closing and Dedication of MeritThanks for reading and listening to Sit,Walk,Work (SW^2)! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sitwalkwork.substack.com