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Author Archive | Julia Travers

Begin, Begin, Begin Again : Day 5

February 6, 2018

After this meditation, I think of how a kind voice lends space suggests forgiveness does not claim superiority. The heart trying to make a kind voice deserves gentleness, open-mindedness and acceptance of imperfection, too. Overlapping ripples of being open, listening Read More

Day 1: Welcome Home

February 2, 2018

So nice to hear that familiar voice! Thank you Sharon for this gentle introduction into breath awareness and concentration. Having read, listened to and appreciated Sharon’s words and works for many years now, I feel a grounding call whenever she Read More

May All Beings Be Happy

February 22, 2017

Wow, Sharon can really pack a lot of meaning into a few minutes! I really appreciated this guided mediation on seeing the good in ourselves and others and reflecting on how all beings want to be happy. Looking at our Read More

Mental Noting & Recognition

February 16, 2017

The concept of recognition is very powerful. There are past events in my life, challenging behavior patterns, and simple facts that I have difficulty recognizing. In that light, taking some time to mentally note my experiences is powerful training in Read More

Constant Change & a Sense of Home

February 11, 2017

In the body awareness meditation, Sharon guides us to observe and experience that everything is always changing. I feel how the pain in my neck continues but is also shifting and moving. She describes pain (or any sensation) as “an Read More

Walking with Myself

February 9, 2017

I appreciated that Sharon described this walking meditation process as a “secret refuge” and “oasis.” This description resonates with me. While practices that bring me into my body can put me in touch with challenging experiences at times, they can Read More