Meditation
Free Heart-Based Meditation
Heartfulness Vancouver is offering a free meditation on Global Heartfulness Day, where you can learn about the enormous potential of the heart and simple practices to unlock that potential. Experience heart-based meditation and find out about other resources to support your heart’s journey with other meditators.
Other resources include:
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Yoga + Meditation
Join a community-led yoga and meditation session for a relaxing low-impact exercise of the mind, body, breath, and spirit.
Dates and Times: Thursdays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cost: Free, drop-in welcome Location: Marpole Neighbourhood House, 8585 Hudson St., Vancouver Contact Information:
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Mindfulness Awareness Meditation
Enjoy a drop-in Mindfulness Awareness Meditation that is co-sponsored by St. Andrew's and the Vancouver Shambhala Centre. The meditation is led by Greg Sutton and Paul Belserene.
Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation:
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Dates and Times: Mondays, from 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: St. Andrew's Church, 1044 St. George's Ave., North Vancouver Contact Information:
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Self-Compassion Guided Meditations
Free access to guided meditations and self-compassion exercises from Dr. Kristin Neff. Self-compassion involves acting the same way towards yourself as you would another. The three core pillars are self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness.
Meditations and Guided Exercises Include:
Dr. Neff's website also provides additional resources, including a booklist and resources designed for children. |
Free Mindfulness Guided Meditations
Brandi Matheson guides you through mindfulness-based meditations to improve your mental and physical well-being. Practicing just a few minutes a day can positively alter neurological pathways, in addition to other health benefits.
Types of Meditations available:
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InsightTimer App
Insight Timer is a popular meditation app that offers free guided sessions for a variety of mental and physical areas of interest.
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You can download the free app on your phone, or access the guided meditations at the website via the button below. |
The Do-Nothing Project - Live Online Meditation
Jeff Warren hosts a free live meditation session on YouTube, with participants joining in from around the world.
At these live streams, Jeff or a guest host with guide a minimalist 25-minute meditation that individuals can feel free to ignore. During that time, you can meditate, doodle, or stare vacantly into space muttering 'the humanity.' Details:
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In-Person / Live Online Guided Meditation
In-Person Open House Sessions:
Dates and Times: Wednesdays, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Location: Vancouver Shambhala Centre, #208 256 West 7th Ave, Vancouver |
Chair Yoga on Youtube and Guided Meditation
Calm Together: Meditation and Mindfulness
Calm Together:
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Walking Meditation
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