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Inspired

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Christina & Darrin
Love Coach & Therapist
Most of us begin our days in an uninspired state. We are running through our to-do list in our minds, or we may be resisting what we have to do that day. What if you could start your day in the most inspired state of mind you could imagine? How would today be different from other days? Dive into this meditation, and watch your inspired morning unfold! www.christina-mcmahon.com
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Susie
Inspired
This imagery was uplifting and inspiring. It felt good to imagine myself less burdened and lighter with each breath. 🙏🏻
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Darlene
Inspired
Wow! Thank you for the imagery. I needed that. 💚💜💗🧡. May have to come back to this one from time to time for a reminder!
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James
I learned that every day can start anew and fresh.
It's important to begin every day with consistency and a routine.
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J.W.
inspired
This session was wonderful! The image of the silver ladder leading up to a place of inspired mindfulness really connected with me... 1% Inspiration That first spark makes it all possible. But the other ninety nine is where the action is. All you have to do is hang on long enough to see it through, to honor it by working each day until you’ve made it come true. Ride the adventure as hard as you can. Have fun with it! Be as stubborn as a rodeo star until you hear the buzzer. Then simply let go...
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Debb
Ta-da!!!!
Wow! 😯 Without a split-second hesitation, my mind not having any idea where this meditation was going, envisioned my shimmering silver ladder in a circus tent. I was climbing rung by shimmering rung to the top of the tent, the audience was holding their breath. Would I make it! Ta-da, at the close of the meditation I was standing on the platform at the tip-top of the circus tent, the spotlights upon me, arms spread wide as the crowds clapped and cheered me on. This meditation was not only inspiring, it was great fun! I am ready to go forth into my day! 💫🤩🙏♥️🙏🤩💫
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Kimette
My visualization is muddled
I have learned that I have trouble with visualization exercises because I cannot decide on what my mental picture should look like. So many possibilities crowd my mind that result looks like a drunken(or maybe a sober) Jackson Pollack painting!
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Charlie
Best way to start the day
I love using this meditation first thing, such a great start for a wonderful day!
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Matias
Inspired and stronger
It is true that some days you start your day feeling uninspired and with a lot of unconscious thoughts that makes you think you are not able or strong enough to go trough your day. Motivation is very hard to preserve and it takes a lot of work to make it be present on your daily life. Just like taking control of our thoughts motivation also needs a lot of will and inspiration. We have to believe in ourselves. Our minds have the power.
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Kimette
Difficult to visualize specifics
I have trouble with visualization that requires me to imagine things like my “best day” or my “perfect retreat “. Anything that I come up with seems so limiting and I want to keep myself open to loving something that I hadn’t experienced before.
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Luna
Imagination
Oh, i began to fly when i reached the top pf the ladder 😅 I really liked the exercise
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Cherish
Inspired
This meditation is very inspirational. Take some deep breaths. With every in breath bringing new energy and with every out breath, letting go of stale energy from yesterday. Imagine being on a ladder, slowly climbing until you reach an inspired place. Begin to feel all of the possibilities that today will bring! Inspiration is all around! Have an inspired day! ❤️🙏🏻😊
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Yanira
Inspired
This is the best chapter of my life. Every single day I thank God for my life. I went through very bad moments some months ago and now, I can say that I’m in the best moment of my life. Thanks :))))
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Mary Ann
I felt more relaxed and content.
I learned that meditation/mindfulness can help on our daily lives.
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Kristen 🧘🏻‍♀️
A new morning favorite.
This is the kind of positivity that I like to start my day with. Thank you for sharing your beautiful words with us. 🌈🌸🌼☀️
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Andy
This meditation sets intention for my day.
I love the way it moves me to an inspired place and invites me to spend my day there. Also removing the stale energy and breathing in inspiration and positivity is an added kicker. Powerful message today.
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Patrick
Another perspective?
Initially, I was very disappointed in this meditation. It is a fantasy. Based in the imaginary world of “feel good.” Pointless. Until I asked myself “what is it to be inspired?” The answer: FOCUS. You make the Choice to focus on the desired outcome, to the exclusion of all distractions and a strengthened energy to do what must be done. You focus on the Positive, Loving and Compassionate. When you are inspired, you are “in Spirit.”
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Clarissa
inspired
I liked this meditation because it allowed my mind to wander to an imaginative place, which seems to help me to clear my thoughts a bit. I think these imagery meditations are especially helpful and fun for me. I feel uplifted and inspired!
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Hannah
Beautiful
This meditation was wonderful to remind me of what inspires me, and the place that does so. Actually, the multiple places that do, one of which I’m working to get to. Thank you.
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Susan
Inspired
I needed to hear this today! I have allowed myself to focus on the problems instead of the blessings. Time to refocus. Time to be inspired.
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Patrick
Focus
Have you ever noticed what happens to you when you are Truly inspired? Suddenly, you possess a laser-like focus, to the exclusion of all else. You are Motivated! This occurs with Inspiration. When you are INSPIRED you are “In-Spirit!! In Spirit, your Soul opens up to the Universe and it’s Creator. The possibilities are endless and eternal.
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Rori
A positive mindset will always set the pace for good things to happen...
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Amy
Grateful
I enjoyed that session. I felt so relaxed and inspired. I hope to have this feeling all day and continue to come back to this when I feel demotivated
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Amy
Inspired
This meditation reminded me of what I am working towards, what I want my life to look like, and that I need to work hard everyday to get there.
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Sarah
This meditation reminded me of what I have been focusing on wanting to do.
I learned that I can still reach my goals in that setting.
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Sarah
I have been skipping these. But today I felt inspired to do this and it helped md to stay focused.
I will stay focused on my goals of my desires to help others.
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Thorolf
That place of inspiration...
... brought me to choose mood excellent for the first time and with a good feeling. In the past weeks i started becoming friends with that state but wasn’t sure if i felt excellent enough to chose it, because „all the reasons“, „who am I to feel that good, while others might not?“. There was resistance of allowing myself to choose that. But the shimmering thoughts got me there. Under the line: There‘s no substitute for glitter because it makes treasures out of simple things.
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Ella
Happy
I have learned that toxic negative thoughts about my life and about myself have just been holding me back. I need to focus on the good and the possibilities instead.
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Alicia
Stepping into inspiration
I learned that I can return to a place in my mind’s eye that is inspirational to me and filled with possibility. As I visualized, I saw starbursts and felt tingling in my third eye. I will return to this meditation as best I can when I feel stuck.
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Deb
New Day
We begin again fresh each day and must be excited about the possibilities.
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Megan
Peaceful morning
I like the concept of this meditation, however I struggled with imagining the suggested imagery.
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Kelsey
This is the first time that I’ve meditated in a while. It’s hard to keep my mind in that state.
I noticed some lower back pain try not to get distracted by that. Some of the affirmations felt cheesy. Overall felt good. Hard to believe that I am an exceptional. Not sure how important that is to me anymore. Interesting how we evolve over time. I wonder if it’s an age thing or if it’s something that I actually even aspire to. age thing or if that is the state that I actually
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Lauren
Silver ladder
This morning, I am waking up knowing that I can move toward my goals feeling inspired and confidence following this meditation!
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Kim
Possibilities
I learned that I need to start everyday this way, not just on the weekend!
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Tina
Inspired 💯
I really needed this. I should start everyday with this meditation. Love it!
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Walter J
Arriving...
What effective imagery! As I was climbing my shiny silver ladder I started feeling lighter the higher I climbed. With each rung I felt myself getting more excited about what was at the top... It seemed like a tall ladder so I started going a little faster and then all of a sudden... I left the last rung and walked (more like jumped) onto a stage and started performing. The crowd loved my Speaching and cheered wildly which inspired me to want to give them even more. It was a mutually good & fulfilling feeling for all! Thankfully, I do not remember it ending!? What a great and inspiring way to start the day!! Side note - I am amazed that for how long I have been practicing with Aura I have never ran across this session before?!? ❤️🎉🍀
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Nicole
I love being Inspired!
Who doesn't lol. This meditation was pretty good, a great way to start off my day.
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Tiffany
I felt at peace and inspired all at once
I learned that taking steps to your goals is truly the only way to abundance.
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Liz
❤️
I felt so much lighter after this meditation! Today is such a gift.
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Meaghan
Morning 1
I learned that I can still picture what I want my life to be, but thinking about how I could ever get there then only fills me with anxiety and sadness again. Not sure how to overcome this yet
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Susan
Inspired
Begin each day by releasing yesterday! Then remember that you deserve all the best things. Reach for them.
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Arlette
Release
Letting go is hard, buts its harder staying. Look to the Lord and walk in faith. It happened, it hurt, better things await me.
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Austin
Yesterday as yesterday.
Letting yesterday be what it was and acknowledging the countless possibilities today can be gives me hope. It excites me! I can’t change yesterday, or even the past couple of stressful minutes I’ve had this morning, but I can change today! I have so much more to live for in today! It WILL all work out! God IS aware of you and me. His love is infinite! Have a blessed, safe, and faith-filled day! 🌱🌳😊 #ShareGoodness!
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Haley
Inspired
Today is a brand new day and an opportunity to learn more new things. In today’s lesson it can teach us all about the things that inspire us the most. I learned that you can be inspired by the simplest things
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Franny
Reinvention
Each day is a new day. We have the power to reinvent ourselves every day.. if we so please. Though, not every day will we feel inspired. So ride the wave, when you can. Just as the sun sets each night, I take comfort in knowing that it will rise again the next day. To Reset. To Rejuvenate. To Reconnect. And start all over again.
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Anton Taylor
Inspired
Today is mine to make and my mindset has so much to do with my outcomes and perspective.
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Joyce
New Morning
A fresh start, open to the possibilities. ‘The world is your oyster’ Namaste
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Kali
Big Things
During this meditation I noticed all the ideas I had and aspired to complete. I see myself completing big things and I know that it is possible for me.
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~ liesel b ~
May 30: Inspiration
Everything is easier and more enjoyable when you start your day in an inspired place. ❤️
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Susan
Inspired
Remind yourself that you deserve.the best life! Hold it in your heart and never forget.
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Alicia
Inspiration comes from thoughtful intention
I learned that to become inspired, I must intentionally see Divine possibility. Starting form that mental state allows that energy to flow.
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Christina
I’m worth it
I realized that I am worth going after my dreams. I can have a life of abundance but I have to choose daily to go after it. This was the perfect inspiration for me.
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Haley
Inspiration
I find reading and being with the people I love and care about always inspire me to try my best and be kind to everyone. From today’s lesson we can all learn the importance of showing others kindness and treating yourselves with kindness as well
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Emily
I feel like I can do anything.
I learned that I have everything I need to stay inspired all day.
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Alicia
Using meditations to inspire
I really liked the image of the sparkly ladder. I have never thought of inspiration as something I could practise with meditation so I enjoyed learning new things I can use meditations for. I felt very light after this meditation and I hope that I can keep this feeling going throughout my day.
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William
Ladder
Christina, great for a new day, new week, new life! Plan to practice ladder meditation to bless every new week! Thanks.
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Walter J
Inspiring ...
Climbing my bright shiny ladder upward, I anticipate exciting things at the top... when suddenly I am there, in a large crowd of good people. Everyone is healthy, happy, hugging & high-fiving each other. I seem to be led to the front of this big room where there is a beautiful stage with several important looking people on it. I am ushered onstage greeted by everyone and led to the lectern to share some words of wisdom & hope with the crowd. They are all so eager to learn and listen intently, applauding & cheering energetically at the end. My book is selling out and people are signing up for several future retreats that I am hosting... what an inspiring day!!! I am so blessed to be able to help others Improve their L.U.C.K.! And live X-traOrdinary Lives!! I thank my Creator & my tribe for making this all possible! Namaste ❤️☮️🍀
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Johnny
Reaching For The Stars
I deeply moving and inspiring meditation. I imagine they climbed the silvery ladder shimmering ladder the ladder that climbed through the portal of inspiration. There, I could see all the possibilities. I saw them as stars. Stars that I could reach out and grab and put into my bag of tricks!  I will go forth and meet all challenges and turn every opportunity for inspiration and joy work of art! Peace…
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Kristina
Inspired
I feel we all need a push to become inspired that we all were given our gifts from God and should push ourselves to practice and teach o others
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Jamie
Sparkly
Feeling all sparkly and inspired after this meditation. I like climbing the ladder in my mind. That was very helpful. Nice meditation, thank you
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za
powerful
insuffler from vertigo, so I didn't climb the ladder very high ;) but this was enough to get the feeling, and now that I reached this place the feeling is so powerful, I hope this will last. thank you
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LADY
RELEASE
LETTING GO OF THINGS THAT MAKE ME FEEL DOWN IS TO OPEN MYSELF UP TO HEAL AND LOVE MYSELF MORE.
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Alice
Try your best and never give up
I learned that if you start your journey in a positive mood, everything will be easier to get. It’s important to believe in yourself, because the path to join what you really want is not always straight: you need strength, to be calm, determination.
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Teddi
Begin inspired
I need to look at each day with an inspired hope of good things to come.
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Tania
Stop doing crazy things
I learned that nagging and being childish is a crazy thing to do when you 49 lesson learn
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Lorena
Waking up with good intentions for the day
Working in mindfulness abs starting off with positive inspiration
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Nicole
Inspired...
Meditation was the cap on my morning motivation session. Doing yoga early enough to potentially sleep it off is actually very difficult to schedule. Wanting to get through morning chores like scooping my cat’s litter box and, potentially, doing the dishes if there are any takes time away from showering and grooming, which then takes away from yoga. I’m aware that I’m unemployed for now and that I technically have time, but I don’t want to use the whole day for motivation or decompression or just a random part of what I want my day to be. I want my morning, afternoon, evening, and night to each have a routine even though I’m still trying to figure out what to populate my routines with because they all cost time. I think that to accommodate my ultimate goals, I have to shower at night and then a short one in the morning. I’ve thought about this before, but now it’s necessary because the period between 05:00 and 09:00 flew by SO QUICKLY. It’s making me think about where to place certain tasks so that I actually have room to get them accomplished and then when I’m employed again, it won’t be a shock to my system. This is my Plan Ahead Challenge in essence, because it allows for a way more accommodating routine to slide a job into. Reading books might have to be a weekend activity because I will not have anything to do on Shabbat, and moving showers to the evening allows for the transition between the day of rest and getting back to other activities. I’m just going to have to give this more thought and figure it out.
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Susan
Inspired
Remember to focus on what inspires you. Don't get dragged down into troubles and worry.
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Cherish
Inspired
I welcomed this new day by breathing in a few deep breaths into my belly. Relaxed in the Now, a smile gently formed on my face. A sparkling and shiny ladder appeared in front of me and I decided to climb it. As I passed each rung of the ladder, it felt as if I was moving within the different levels or koshas of myself. Reaching the top of this ladder of inspiration, or my innermost kosha, I found myself in a beautiful place known as the land of infinite possibilities. Inspired, my heart is open to receive. Seeing all the possibilities this new day brings, I also saw my responsibilities in creating the best day ahead. Choosing to call on the presence within me before I speak, I will be mindful and calm. Choosing to call on the presence within me before I speak, I will induce my heart and mind towards understanding and thus, refrain from judging myself and others. Choosing to call on the presence within me, I will show up in the most beautiful way possible. What a gorgeous day it is going to be! Thank you, C+D! Namaste 🙏🏻❤️☮️
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Susan
Inspired
This was so uplifting. It really set a nice tone for what will be a very busy day for me
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Cherish
Extraordinary
Every one of us are extraordinary. Knowing ourselves as such, we can embrace an inspired state. An in-spirit state where we find ourselves living our best life. In this amazing meditation, we go up rungs of a ladder to reach this beautiful state of being. Getting settled in an upright position, I brought awareness to my breath. In my mind’s eye, I envisioned myself going up rungs of a shimmering ladder. Going through each of my five koshas, or states of being, I began to feel lighter and lighter. At the top of the ladder, I embraced my most subtle self. Sensing all the well-being, abundance and oneness in this most subtle self, the corners of my lips turned upward into a big smile. I saw myself doing what I love with love all around me. I am so grateful to feel in-spirit! Truly extraordinary, indeed! Thank you! Namaste 🙏🏻❤️☮️
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Joyce
Looking forward
Every new day is filled with promise. Spend each day continually starting fresh. Namaste
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BumbleBrie
Wow !
That was Groovy, and I never expected to get so drawn into the power of this! Will you do it too? Have a Groovy day! ☕️🐝☕️
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Sylvia
Magical
What an uplifting surprise! I didn’t expect to enjoy this as much as I did. This meditation felt magical and inspirational, just what I needed to set me up for the day. Thank you 🙏🏾
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Roger
I noted
I actually got a little sleepy on this on but it seemed to uplift my mood some
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Susan
Inspired
Your enthusiasm is infectious! I found myself smiling and looking forward to the day.
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Walter J
Inspiring…
Seeing that shimmering silver ladder enticing me to climb it got me excited. Moving up each rung added to my energy and confidence as I saw myself finishing tasks getting my book published and business started, speaching on podcasts and webinars and helping Youth figure out what they should do in life. I am filled with the inspired energy to get going on my to do list so I can get to that wonderful feeling again of becoming/being “The Luckiest Man Alive!” ❤️💪🏼🍀
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Kimette
Inspired
This was a short but sweet and energetic meditation. I couldn’t help but smile and feel better once I finished. Definitely a keeper and one that I will come back too often, especially on days when things seem dreary and uninspired. Thank you!
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Aisha
Let’s go!
Time to start the day looking forward to the day ahead and feeling deeply inspired
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Margo
I’m seriously loving these meditations
I’m seriously loving these meditations because they helped me relax and stay calm and they calm me down and I love them and just enjoy them every time I meditate I have learned that when I meditate the negative things just zap right out of my mind and positive things come to my mind and suddenly I’m at peace and the color blue reminds me of peace and quiet and I love that I meditate the day time and I’m loving it
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Jennifer
Morning inspiration
Motivating morning meditation. Endless possibilities. I'm excited to get out there and enjoy while using the many things I've learned here.
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Liah
Focus and Reframe
Meditation is necessary for everyday life because it focuses the mind, drops you into your body and reframes your thoughts! I loved this one today for a little gentle focus on what can inspire me today and bring me happiness or others happiness. The day can be meaningful.
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Patty
Inspired
I am extraordinary. I am creative. I am playful and love to laugh. I love to love. Thank you for awakening me on a dreary morning.
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Susan
Inspired
I loved that I climbed up to see inspiration. Reach up to the heavens and take it all with you
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Joyce
Extraordinary
How extraordinary we all are, and we all can be inspirations to one another. Namaste