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This meditation includes a guided visualization and mantra inspired by one of my first teachers on Buddhism and mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh, and his quote: “Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.” In this meditation, you will be guided to take a step back from our usual mind chatter in order to gain a broader vantage point from which we can see our lives more objectively… releasing old thoughts and feelings and allowing a fresh perspective.
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