The Deeper Meditation Podcast

Concentration Meditation Techniques

Tom Von Deck — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:41:06 -0400

Meditation is the art of falling in love. Concentrative meditation techniques “falling in love” with your chosen object of meditation. Learn all about concentrative meditation, its benefits and how to do it. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic … Continue reading →

Guided Grounding Meditation Technique

Tom Von Deck — Fri, 01 Aug 2014 02:58:53 -0400

This is a powerful guided grounding meditation exercise. If you ever feel spacey or your mind is chattery during meditation, try this first. It’s a visualization that will anchor you into your body and release a lot of discursive thought. … Continue reading →

Meditation in the Workplace – Meditation Rooms and Wellness Hours

Tom Von Deck — Thu, 08 May 2014 15:45:46 -0400

Learn how some companies are encouraging meditation in the workplace with meditation rooms and wellness hours. Some businesses consider such policies an effective addition to workplace wellness programs. Meditation breaks improve performance. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind - The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get lots of free meditation training at http://www.deepermeditation.net. Blog Article with Video: http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/workplace-meditation-rooms-wellness-hours/

Meditation Tips: How to Meditate Deeply in the Most Hectic Times

Tom Von Deck — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 15:21:11 -0400

Learn how to meditate deeply in the most hectic of circumstances. These deep meditation techniques and tips are designed for beginners and advanced students. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get a lot more meditation tips at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/how-to-meditate-deeply/

Theta Brainwave State Guided Meditation

Tom Von Deck — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 16:56:11 -0400

Learn how to enter a Theta brainwave state in seconds without binaural beats or other external technology. You will also learn techniques for developing your intuition in this state of mind. If you do any kind of intuitive or manifestation work, you will be pleasantly surprised after learning this visualization and applying it to your practice. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get lots of free meditation training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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Running Meditation: Build Your Stamina and Runner’s High

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 03:13:18 -0400

You run, right? Sometimes? Try running meditation. This will boost your ability to get runner’s high (it’s essentially the same thing) and increase your stamina and mental toughness. You’ll learn some variations here plus a mindful breathing technique that will … Continue reading →

Guided Zazen Meditation – Zen Buddhism Techniques

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 01:21:59 -0400

Learn how to practice Zazen in a guided meditation. Zazen is the main Zen meditation technique. It’s a pillar of Zen Buddhism along with walking meditation. This technique emphasizes the harmonization of body, mind and breath. You’ll get all the … Continue reading →

What is Bhakti Yoga? Definition, Meaning and History

Tom Von Deck — Sat, 08 Mar 2014 20:46:57 -0500

What is Bhakti Yoga? Learn about its definition and meaning plus the egalitarian history of the Bhakti movement. Bhakti Yoga is also known as “the yoga of devotion”. It transcends all religions. You may get a funny look calling a … Continue reading →

Moon Gazing Meditation – Trataka Technique

Tom Von Deck — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 00:24:12 -0500

Learn how to do a moon gazing meditation technique in the Trataka tradition. You can practice this as a full moon meditation or reap even more benefits by doing it all month long. You’ll also learn about the benefits of … Continue reading →

5 Meditation Myths & 5 Meditation Facts

Tom Von Deck — Mon, 10 Feb 2014 02:55:41 -0500

Learn 5 meditation myths and 5 meditation facts. There are tons of misconceptions about meditation. Its prominence is somewhat new to many of our cultures. There are also lots of lineages and dogmas within those lineages that produce a plethora of apparent contradictions. Meditation is simpler than many make it out to be. Learn some … Continue reading 5 Meditation Myths & 5 Meditation Facts →

Breath Counting Meditation for Concentration and Focus

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 00:07:35 -0500

Learn a simple concentration meditation technique called breath counting. Counting breaths increases focus in all areas of life, including meditation and work. You’ll learn a simple breath counting meditation and a more advanced one for the really ambitious. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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Secular Atheist Spirituality without God or Religion

Tom Von Deck — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 00:12:36 -0500

Atheist spirituality is not an oxymoron. You can find spirituality without God or religion. We’ll talk about Buddhism, secular spiritual practices that are compatible with Atheism and meditation for Atheists. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get lots of free non-religious meditation training (among other types) at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/secular-atheist-spirituality-without-god-religion/

How to Practice Mindfulness Meditation

Tom Von Deck — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 14:52:37 -0500

Learn how to practice mindfulness meditation and what mindfulness is. You’ll learn a few different approaches. Mindfulness is about being impartially present, on finer and finer levels, with experience as it arises. This builds equanimity and the ability to see the world clearly. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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Deep Breathing Meditation Technique for Relaxation and Accessing Stillness

Tom Von Deck — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 02:02:55 -0500

This is a guided deep breathing meditation technique that is designed to help you to access that place of deep stillness within. It combines diaphragmatic breathing exercises with meditation to instill a very deep relaxation response. This meditation is perfect for those dealing with anxiety. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

How to Stop Thinking Too Much and Quiet Your Mind Effortlessly

Tom Von Deck — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 22:31:38 -0500

Learn how to stop thinking too much and quiet your mind using time tested techniques that can be integrated into everyday life easily. Why do we think so much? We’re addicted to our own thoughts. How do you stop thinking so much? The answer is very paradoxical. You don’t just try to stop thoughts. You continually interrupt the patterns of thought while making friends with them at the same time. You’ll learn a few methods for accomplishing this so that you can finally quiet your mind. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training for quieting the mind at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/how-to-stop-thinking-too-much-quiet-your-mind/

Open Your Third Eye Chakra - Guided Meditation Technique

Tom Von Deck — Sat, 28 Dec 2013 18:30:05 -0500

Learn how to open your third eye chakra safely with this guided meditation. Opening this chakra is an ongoing awakening process. It is not either open or closed. It is also not “supernatural”. This term should be changed to “super-our-IDEA-of-what-is-natural”. With this meditation, you will train yourself to take in more subtle information than what the brain is normally accustomed to. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training at DeeperMeditation.net and The Deeper Meditation Blog.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/open-third-eye-chakra-guided-meditation/

Meditation Science on Empathy and Compassion

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 13:36:28 -0500

You’ve heard about all the benefits of meditation. Meditation research shows that some of the greatest benefits bless not only you, but all those around you. We’ll talk about scientific studies that show that meditation improves both empathy and compassion and the ability to recognize and respond to people who need our help. The methodologies are more important than the conclusions of meditation research, so we’ll get to the real “meat” of the matter. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/meditation-improves-empathy-science-research/

Loving Kindness Compassion Meditation - Spoken with Script

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 05:31:13 -0500

A guided loving kindness meditation using a simple spoken script. This practice is also known as compassion meditation or Metta Bhavana. It is designed to instill feelings of love and kindness toward self and others. It is also designed to gradually awaken the capacity for compassion in the long term. Loving kindness meditations are great warm ups for other meditation techniques. Hosted by Tom Von Deck, author of Oceanic Mind – The Deeper Meditation Training Course. Get more free training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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http://www.deepermeditation.net/blog/loving-kindness-compassion-meditation-spoken/

How Long Should You Meditate For? Can You Meditate Too Much

Tom Von Deck — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 04:49:17 -0500

How long should you meditate for and how often? Is too much meditation dangerous? Can you really meditate too much? Tom Von Deck answers all these questions and provides tips for a solid and safe meditation practice. Get more free training at The Deeper Meditation Blog and http://www.deepermeditation.net.

Knowing how long to meditate varies from individual to individual. Some people even meditate constantly while carrying out their daily duties. You may have to work yourself up to that point under normal circumstances. Just keep an eye on yourself and don’t hurt yourself. Neuro-circuitry is quite complex.

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How to Do Zen Walking Meditation Techniques: Kinhin Instructions

Tom Von Deck — Wed, 27 Nov 2013 02:43:48 -0500

Learn how to do walking meditation techniques in the Zen tradition. These instructions are for Kinhin, a practice that Zen monks do in between Zazen sitting sessions. You will learn a couple mudras (hand positions) plus a few different traditional Zen walking meditation methods so that you can discover what is right for you. Hosted by Tom Von Deck and brought to you by the Deeper Meditation Blog. Get more free training at http://www.deepermeditation.net.

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