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Mindfulness, meditation, living in the present... these are all buzz terms you’ve probably heard. Maybe even tried. But if you haven’t yet found your fit, join host Leah Vandenberg to try various meditation styles from across the world. Lea
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A new season of Great Minds is coming soon
Need a little break from your day? Season two of Great Minds guided meditations is coming soon, introducing a new range of meditation styles and teachers. Experience sound bath meditation, Mettā, Vipassana, Tibetan Tonglen, and meditations based in First Nations knowledge.
A new season of Great Minds is coming soon
Need a little break from your day? Season two of Great Minds guided meditations is coming soon, introducing a new range of meditation styles and teachers. Experience sound bath meditation, Mettā, Vipassana, Tibetan Tonglen, and meditations based in First Nations knowledge.
02:10
26 Sep 23
SBS' Great Minds meditation podcast is now available in five languages
Great Minds is an SBS meditation podcast that introduces various meditation styles from across the world. The series is now available in five languages - Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi, Mandarin and Punjabi. Try short mindfulness exercises created for you by teachers of Yoga Nidra, Qigong, Japanese Shinrin-yoku or forest bathing, Filipino Hilot, Hawaiian Ho'oponopono and Wayapa Wuurrk.
SBS' Great Minds meditation podcast is now available in five languages
Great Minds is an SBS meditation podcast that introduces various meditation styles from across the world. The series is now available in five languages - Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi, Mandarin and Punjabi. Try short mindfulness exercises created for you by teachers of Yoga Nidra, Qigong, Japanese Shinrin-yoku or forest bathing, Filipino Hilot, Hawaiian Ho'oponopono and Wayapa Wuurrk.
00:31
10 Oct 22
Ho’oponopono meditation 1: Aloha, limitless love
Ho'oponopono is a traditional Hawaiian practice centred on reconciliation. Roughly translated, ho'oponopono means ‘to make things right’. It teaches the importance of love and forgiveness to address the ‘pohaku’ or burdens that weigh us down. In this short mindfulness exercise, Kumu Pa'a Kawika Foster leads you on a journey of healing surrounded by your family. Sit or lie down comfortably as you begin.
Ho’oponopono meditation 1: Aloha, limitless love
Ho'oponopono is a traditional Hawaiian practice centred on reconciliation. Roughly translated, ho'oponopono means ‘to make things right’. It teaches the importance of love and forgiveness to address the ‘pohaku’ or burdens that weigh us down. In this short mindfulness exercise, Kumu Pa'a Kawika Foster leads you on a journey of healing surrounded by your family. Sit or lie down comfortably as you begin.
13:18
16 Feb 22
Ho’oponopono meditation 2: Your light
Guiding us this episode is Kumu Pa'a Kawika Foster, a practitioner of Hawaiian ho’oponopono. Kawika will share a story about the light we carry from birth - it goes to the essence of Ho’oponopono. You can sit or lie down as you listen, whatever makes you comfortable.
Ho’oponopono meditation 2: Your light
Guiding us this episode is Kumu Pa'a Kawika Foster, a practitioner of Hawaiian ho’oponopono. Kawika will share a story about the light we carry from birth - it goes to the essence of Ho’oponopono. You can sit or lie down as you listen, whatever makes you comfortable.
11:47
16 Feb 22
Ho’oponopono meditation 3: Forgiving, forgetting, remembering
In this last episode of Great Minds Season 1, we will finish with a final episode of Ho’oponopono. At its core, the practice is a process of making things right by forgiving, forgetting, and remembering, which is what Kawika will focus on. Sit, or lie down for this episode.
Ho’oponopono meditation 3: Forgiving, forgetting, remembering
In this last episode of Great Minds Season 1, we will finish with a final episode of Ho’oponopono. At its core, the practice is a process of making things right by forgiving, forgetting, and remembering, which is what Kawika will focus on. Sit, or lie down for this episode.
14:15
16 Feb 22
Qigong meditation 1: Basic mindfulness
Qigong is an ancient form of Chinese meditation. The Chinese characters for Qigong mean ‘breath’ or ‘to work the breath’. This episode is a basic mindfulness meditation that is great for beginners. Sit comfortably on a chair or cushion to start. Try to keep your back straight and relax your shoulders.
Qigong meditation 1: Basic mindfulness
Qigong is an ancient form of Chinese meditation. The Chinese characters for Qigong mean ‘breath’ or ‘to work the breath’. This episode is a basic mindfulness meditation that is great for beginners. Sit comfortably on a chair or cushion to start. Try to keep your back straight and relax your shoulders.
10:30
9 Feb 22
Qigong meditation 2: Environmental qi meditation
There are five elements in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy; wood, fire, earth, metal, and water.This episode focuses on grounding yourself with the earth's energy. There will be a little bit of light movement in this episode so keep these three things in mind as Grandmaster Gary Khor guides you through.First, sit up straight but do not tense up – try to be relaxed at the same time. Second, try to empty your mind of unnecessary thoughts and focus on the mantra Gary will share with you. Finally, there will be a focus on your breathing, to help fill up your body with oxygen.
Qigong meditation 2: Environmental qi meditation
There are five elements in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy; wood, fire, earth, metal, and water.This episode focuses on grounding yourself with the earth's energy. There will be a little bit of light movement in this episode so keep these three things in mind as Grandmaster Gary Khor guides you through.First, sit up straight but do not tense up – try to be relaxed at the same time. Second, try to empty your mind of unnecessary thoughts and focus on the mantra Gary will share with you. Finally, there will be a focus on your breathing, to help fill up your body with oxygen.
09:20
9 Feb 22
Qigong meditation 3: Three energy meditation
In this episode we will look at the concept of three energy meditation, with Grandmaster Gary Khor. Three energy meditation is used in Chinese qigong, health, medicine and in martial arts. sit comfortably in a chair or if you have space, stand up with your legs slightly apart.
Qigong meditation 3: Three energy meditation
In this episode we will look at the concept of three energy meditation, with Grandmaster Gary Khor. Three energy meditation is used in Chinese qigong, health, medicine and in martial arts. sit comfortably in a chair or if you have space, stand up with your legs slightly apart.
12:17
9 Feb 22
Shinrin-yoku meditation 1: Discover Japanese forest bathing
Shinrin-yoku is a Japanese phrase for ‘forest bathing’. In this exercise you will be gently guided to a beautiful peaceful forest by practicing forest bathing with Mayumi Kataoka. To begin, get in a comfortable position in a quiet and safe environment.
Shinrin-yoku meditation 1: Discover Japanese forest bathing
Shinrin-yoku is a Japanese phrase for ‘forest bathing’. In this exercise you will be gently guided to a beautiful peaceful forest by practicing forest bathing with Mayumi Kataoka. To begin, get in a comfortable position in a quiet and safe environment.
13:18
2 Feb 22
Shinrin-yoku meditation 2: Listening to nature
Shinrin-yoku translates as ‘forest bathing’. The term was coined in Japan in the 80’s, and it’s encouraged as an antidote to hectic city life. Mayu Kataoka will lead you into a peaceful forestfor this meditation. Find a comfortable spot either sitting or lying down in a quiet place and close your eyes.
Shinrin-yoku meditation 2: Listening to nature
Shinrin-yoku translates as ‘forest bathing’. The term was coined in Japan in the 80’s, and it’s encouraged as an antidote to hectic city life. Mayu Kataoka will lead you into a peaceful forestfor this meditation. Find a comfortable spot either sitting or lying down in a quiet place and close your eyes.
11:39
2 Feb 22
Shinrin-yoku meditation 3: Forest immersion
Be immersed in the forest in this Shinrin-yoku meditation with Mayu. Discover the birds in the trees, feel the leaves beneath your feet, and walk away with a sense of calm. You can either sit or lie down on your bed, couch, or floor.
Shinrin-yoku meditation 3: Forest immersion
Be immersed in the forest in this Shinrin-yoku meditation with Mayu. Discover the birds in the trees, feel the leaves beneath your feet, and walk away with a sense of calm. You can either sit or lie down on your bed, couch, or floor.
09:36
2 Feb 22
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 1: Your special place
Wayapa Wuurrk is a mindfulness practice that draws from Indigenous wisdom and uses meditation to help you connect with the environment. Wayapa Wuurrk literally means “connect to the earth” in the language of the Maara and Gunaikurnai Peoples. This meditation is led by Gunaikurnai man and Maara descendant Jamie Marloo Thomas. Together with his partner Sara Jones, Jamie co-created Wayapa Wuurrk in 2014 with Jamie’s Elders and community. In this meditation, you’ll visualise a special place in nature.
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 1: Your special place
Wayapa Wuurrk is a mindfulness practice that draws from Indigenous wisdom and uses meditation to help you connect with the environment. Wayapa Wuurrk literally means “connect to the earth” in the language of the Maara and Gunaikurnai Peoples. This meditation is led by Gunaikurnai man and Maara descendant Jamie Marloo Thomas. Together with his partner Sara Jones, Jamie co-created Wayapa Wuurrk in 2014 with Jamie’s Elders and community. In this meditation, you’ll visualise a special place in nature.
17:51
26 Jan 22
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 2: Earth mindfulness
The aim of Wayapa Wuurrk is to change how we think about wellness, because no matter how many gym sessions we do or vegetables we eat, we can’t be well if the Earth is sick. Your guide for this episode is Gunai-Kurnai man and Maara descendant Jamie Marloo Thomas. He will take you on an earth mindfulness journey of connectivity. You can listen to this meditation wherever you are.
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 2: Earth mindfulness
The aim of Wayapa Wuurrk is to change how we think about wellness, because no matter how many gym sessions we do or vegetables we eat, we can’t be well if the Earth is sick. Your guide for this episode is Gunai-Kurnai man and Maara descendant Jamie Marloo Thomas. He will take you on an earth mindfulness journey of connectivity. You can listen to this meditation wherever you are.
17:40
26 Jan 22
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 3: Significant places on country
Wayapa Wuurrk aims to help people reconnect to Earth Spirit, and their true self. Jamie will guide you through a special meditation, taking you back into the ancient times on this land, as well as his own places of significance on country. You can listen to this meditation wherever you are.
Wayapa Wuurrk meditation 3: Significant places on country
Wayapa Wuurrk aims to help people reconnect to Earth Spirit, and their true self. Jamie will guide you through a special meditation, taking you back into the ancient times on this land, as well as his own places of significance on country. You can listen to this meditation wherever you are.
17:48
26 Jan 22
Hilot meditation 1: Breath
Hilot is an ancient practice indigenous to the Philippines. This meditation by hilot facilitator Lorelie Luna Ladiges is a gentle breathing exercise, slowly focusing in on your heart. You can be lying down or seated.
Hilot meditation 1: Breath
Hilot is an ancient practice indigenous to the Philippines. This meditation by hilot facilitator Lorelie Luna Ladiges is a gentle breathing exercise, slowly focusing in on your heart. You can be lying down or seated.
13:37
19 Jan 22
Hilot meditation 2: Mind
Hilot has been practiced in the Philippines for centuries. Your guide for this episode Lorelie will help you try to quiet your mind and focus on a moment of joy in this meditation. You can sit or lie down on a mat, whatever makes you comfortable.
Hilot meditation 2: Mind
Hilot has been practiced in the Philippines for centuries. Your guide for this episode Lorelie will help you try to quiet your mind and focus on a moment of joy in this meditation. You can sit or lie down on a mat, whatever makes you comfortable.
14:37
19 Jan 22
Hilot meditation 3: Spirit
Lorelie Luna Ladiges will take you on a mental journey into nature, inspired by hilot, a traditional art of healing from the Philippines. You can do this meditation while walking through nature, seated, or lying down.
Hilot meditation 3: Spirit
Lorelie Luna Ladiges will take you on a mental journey into nature, inspired by hilot, a traditional art of healing from the Philippines. You can do this meditation while walking through nature, seated, or lying down.
16:41
19 Jan 22
Yoga meditation 1: Yoga Nidra Meditation
In this episode of Great Minds, experience a deep sense of calm with an ancient meditation technique that originated in India, Yoga Nidra. The name comes from the Sanskrit word ‘nidra’, meaning sleep. Our guide Sagar recommends lying down on a yoga mat and closing your eyes as you listen.
Yoga meditation 1: Yoga Nidra Meditation
In this episode of Great Minds, experience a deep sense of calm with an ancient meditation technique that originated in India, Yoga Nidra. The name comes from the Sanskrit word ‘nidra’, meaning sleep. Our guide Sagar recommends lying down on a yoga mat and closing your eyes as you listen.
15:17
12 Jan 22
Yoga meditation 2: Chakra Meditation
Sit up with your spine straight for this Chakra meditation – bringing awareness to the energy centres in your body. Sagar will take you through step by step using affirmations, or positive statements.
Yoga meditation 2: Chakra Meditation
Sit up with your spine straight for this Chakra meditation – bringing awareness to the energy centres in your body. Sagar will take you through step by step using affirmations, or positive statements.
13:26
12 Jan 22
Yoga meditation 3: Meditation for love, forgiveness, and compassion
Be guided by Sagar in this visualisation meditation, a Buddhist meditation technique. This Great Minds episode touches on some big themes. Love, forgiveness and compassion.
Yoga meditation 3: Meditation for love, forgiveness, and compassion
Be guided by Sagar in this visualisation meditation, a Buddhist meditation technique. This Great Minds episode touches on some big themes. Love, forgiveness and compassion.
13:08
12 Jan 22
Introducing Great Minds: a guided meditations podcast
Mindfulness, meditation, living in the present... these are all buzz terms you’ve probably heard. Maybe even tried. But what actually is meditation? Does it always have to be done in skintight yoga clothes, next to the water, and posted on social media? Join host Leah Vandenberg to try various meditation styles from across the world in this podcast from SBS.
Introducing Great Minds: a guided meditations podcast
Mindfulness, meditation, living in the present... these are all buzz terms you’ve probably heard. Maybe even tried. But what actually is meditation? Does it always have to be done in skintight yoga clothes, next to the water, and posted on social media? Join host Leah Vandenberg to try various meditation styles from across the world in this podcast from SBS.
02:24
22 Dec 21
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