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Inner Strength Meditations
Short practices for busy minds
Created by Inner Strength Education, this podcast brings the Inner Strength vibe to you with accessible mindfulness sessions whether you're navigating classes, work, friends, stress, feelings, boredom, or any of the other distractions we all feel from time to time. These practices are practical, fun, and easy to return to—whether you have two minutes on the move or you're winding down at night.
You don’t need to clear your mind...
Just press play, breathe, and make a little room inside.
New episodes added regularly.
Headphones optional. Relaxation & curiosity encouraged.
Designed especially for teens and young adults.
Inner Strength Meditations
Appreciating uniqueness and difference
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This meditation strengthens your ability to cherish your uniqueness while appreciating the differences in others. A practice for empathy, respect, and community.
Why this helps? Mindful reflection on differences strengthens connection and reduces judgment and arrogance.
Welcome And Core Intention
SPEAKER_00Welcome to Inner Strength Meditations. A little love for your heart and your mind.
Respecting Differences And Connection
SPEAKER_01We are all unique individuals with many differences. We can respect each other and feel our human connection even when we disagree.
Why Relationships And Community Matter
SPEAKER_01Human beings are social creatures that thrive in community. The quality of our relationships matters, and we can strengthen them with practice.
Mindfulness As A Bridge
SPEAKER_01We can use mindfulness to help honor each other and appreciate differences we have. Let's begin.
Settle Body And Breath
SPEAKER_01Get into a comfortable position and lower your gaze or close your eyes.
SPEAKER_02Start to notice the flow of your inhale and exhale. Breathing easy. Taking your time to get still. Bringing
Breathe Love In, Compassion Out
SPEAKER_02all of your attention to yourself.
SPEAKER_01Notice if you're holding any tension in your body. Notice if any area in your body feels tense or tight. Imagine sending your breath to those areas.
SPEAKER_02And as you exhale, gently release. Soften. Continue breathing at your own pace.
SPEAKER_01Just noticing and start to imagine that with every inhale, you're breathing in love.
SPEAKER_02With every exhale, breathing out compassion. Take your time.
Affirmations For Respect And Appreciation
SPEAKER_01Imagine filling your entire being with love and compassion so that with each breath you experience more positive energy. What does it feel like to intentionally charge yourself up with positive energy?
SPEAKER_02Notice any sensations, thoughts, or feelings that may arise. I respect everyone's unique journey. I appreciate myself and others.
SPEAKER_01Inhaling at your own pace love. Exhaling at your own pace compassion.
Plant The Seed And Close
SPEAKER_01Now imagine gathering the positive energy you have felt into a tiny concentrated seed and plant it in your heart. When you're ready, slowly open your eyes and continue your day with love and compassion.
SPEAKER_00Take in this moment of gentle attention. You matter.