Meditations

Stephan Pende in a field, opening his arm to represent guided meditations

How to listen to my guided meditations

Where to access my guided meditations You can find some of my guided meditations on this website, but you can access even more through several podcasts and my YouTube channel. For English speakers, I have podcasts on Soundcloud and ...

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How to deal with pain

Guided meditation on how to be with your feelings Are you struggling with physical or emotional discomfort? This guided meditation helps you to learn how to deal with pain and continue on with life. You have the strength within ...

Buddhist statue inside tree roots, representing inner peace

We are already at home

There is nowhere else to go Frequently in my courses the whole group slides effortlessly into a place of deep stillness and contentment. This shift happens from identifying with thoughts, feelings, backgrounds, likes, and dislikes, to ...

a mouse and a buddha, signifying stay close and do nothing through compassion

Compassion to stay close

Stay close and do nothing is the title of a book on caring for the dying. It is also sound advice for meditation practitioners, psychotherapists, and caregivers. However, in moments when compassion is most needed, it can be very ...

Buddhist statue floating on water, representing a body scan meditation

Body scan meditation

Begin your body scan meditation For this meditation, sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Close your eyes if you wish, or leave them half-closed so that some light comes in and you don't fall asleep. However, if you fall asleep, ...

Stephan smiling in a tree, encouraging you to face your fears

Smile at Fear Course

Do you want help to finally face your fears? This course is essential watching for anyone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety. Whether you are struggling with the endless stresses of modern life or particular situations, this course can help. ...

Monk walking on petals, representing Tonglen practice

Tonglen for transforming suffering

The tonglen (tib. giving and taking) practice is a method for connecting with suffering, both our own and that which is all around us, everywhere we go. It is a method for overcoming the fear of suffering and for dissolving the ...