Begin Again Meditation: The Freedom of the Present Moment

In this guided Christian meditation, Brother Richard reflects on one of the great insights of the contemplative tradition: we are always beginners.Inspired by the wisdom of St Francis of Assisi, who encouraged his brothers to "begin again," this meditation invites you to let go of the past, release anxiety about the future, and discover the freedom that is found in the present moment. Through gentle breath awareness, you'll learn to see every breath as a new beginning, every moment as an opportunity to return to God's loving presence.Whether your meditation practice is well established or you're starting again after time away, this session offers a compassionate reminder that there is no failure in contemplation—only the invitation to begin once more.Perfect for daily Christian meditation, contemplative prayer, relaxation, preparing for restful sleep, or anyone seeking peace, renewal and a fresh beginning.Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Always a beginner 01:07 – Opening bell 01:17 – Arriving in the present moment 02:12 – Every breath is a new beginning 03:32 – Breathing with your whole being 04:33 – The stillness at the heart of the breath 05:58 – Letting go of past and future 07:27 – Beginning again with every breath 08:58 – Resting in peace 09:01 – Resolution for the day 09:59 – Closing bell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.