Meditations with Vanessa

Short guided meditations for real life, and all levels of practice.

Ep.106: A Chill Meditation for When You’ve had a Long Day

Feel free to grab some pillows or blankets for today's meditation on relaxing and resetting. This meditation is under 15 minutes, and I'll guide you through some grounding, releasing, and breathing exercises. This class we use ujjayi breathing to rest and revitalize. If you're feeling anything like me, I think we all need a little rest and reset before 2025! Feel free to doze off if needed, and Happy new year from me to you! May it be full of love and peace. Music by: Liborio Conti

12-30
12:46

Ep.105: 5 Minute Reset Meditation to Focus

A 5 minute meditation to help you give your body and mind a moment to rest, reset, and refocus. You may wish to have an optional piece of paper and pen/pencil to jot a quick "braindump" of ideas or to-do items down. This is to help you better move these thoughts out of your mind, so you can restore for a few minutes! This class is great as a study break or after your workday. I hope you find it helpful! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

12-09
06:26

Ep.104: 15 Minute Evening Gratitude Meditation

A 15 minute meditation you can do at the end of the day to rest, breathe deeper, and cultivate both love and gratitude. By practicing gratitude and mindfulness in this class I hope it's easier to bring greater awareness, love, and peace to your daily life. - Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa  Wishing you peace, love, and happiness!

11-25
14:57

Ep.103: Under 10 Minute Meditation - Vase Breathing

An 8 minute guided vase breathing meditation. The focus of this class is on reconnecting to the body and the breath. We'll use this quick meditation class to relax a little more and breathe a bit deeper. I hope this class can be a great addition to your day! Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness!

11-11
08:19

Ep.102: Protected and Quiet Meditation to Rest and Restore

This 13 minute meditation is all about finding a safe space where you can let go of the outside world for a moment and tap in to focus on your breath, heart, and body. I hope this class is relaxing and restorative! You may wish to grab a blanket for this practice as well if it's cold where you are. Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

10-28
13:19

Ep.101: Easy Guided Meditation for Beginners - Rose Breathing

Today's guided meditation is a quick and easy practice appropriate for all levels. We'll focus on breathing deep and using visualization techniques to relax. This short meditation session is great for any time of the day. It's appropriate for both beginner and advanced practitioners. It's best enjoyed from the comfort of your home, so I hope it can be a great addition to your day! Check out my Free (really) 3 Week Journal Prompts e-book, or Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

10-14
06:35

Ep.100: Easy Mantra Meditation for Presence

Guess who's back!? And episode one hundred at that! Today we're going back to basics with an easy beginner-friendly meditation. This quick 7 minute mantra meditation is focused on helping you breathe deep and full. The practice will leave you with a sense of calm and focus. This short session is great for any time of the day, and especially nice as a reset after work or school. As always, I hope you enjoy this meditation and find it helpful. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music by Liborio Conti

09-30
07:26

Ep.99: Powerful 5 Minute Affirmation Meditation

A powerful 5 minute affirmation guided meditation you can do any time of day.  We work through multiple areas of the chakras, self love, and self esteem. As you go through this class the practice is in acknowledging any reactions of fear or relief to each statement, and staying present.  You may wish to journal anything that comes up for you during the class if you have extra time.  Hope you find this class enlightening and relaxing! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Inspiring Ambient by Liborio Conti

06-12
05:41

Ep.98: 10 Minute Deep Sleep Guided Meditation - Military Inspired

A 10 minute meditation to do in the evening or after work for a deep and restful sleep. Set an intention that this time is for you to relax, and enjoy! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Nature Ambience by Liborio Conti

05-29
10:03

Ep.97: Balancing Breath - 5 Minute Meditation

A 5 minute guided breath meditation for balancing. This class guides you through a simplified version of alternate nostril breathing to create calm and balance. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: I Believe by Liborio Conti

05-15
05:40

Ep.96: Grounding Gratitude Meditation to Help Counteract Fear and Panic

A 10 minute guided meditation on grounding to the earth and the present moment to counteract fear, with an ending focusing on gratitude to help the mind broaden its focus out of panic mode. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Horizon by Liborio Conti This class is not intended as medical advice, if panic attacks or fear are impacting your life you may wish to seek professional support ♡ 

05-01
10:46

Ep.95: Tense, Release, and Relax Guided Meditation

A short meditation where we use the techniques of breath and body to create some relaxation and presence.  Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Winter by Liborio Conti

04-17
07:34

Ep.94: Bilateral Sound Meditation

A bilateral EMDR sound meditation. I guide you into and out of this meditation class where we focus on the feeling of the music. Headphones recommended, and any blankets or props you might want to get comfy! Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: The Deep (EMDR version) by Liborio Conti

04-03
18:42

Ep.93: Extended Savasana Meditation for After a Yoga or Workout Class (8 Minutes)

A short meditation you can do post-workout to reset and integrate. This extended savasana includes some gentle breathwork and affirmations.  Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Evolving Pads by Liborio Conti

03-20
07:28

Ep.92: Meditation for Deep Rest and Healing (15 Minutes)

A 15 minute healing meditation you can do for a deep sense of restfulness. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from zenmix.io As today's episode is on cultivating healing I'll remind you this class doesn't claim to cure or treat any medical conditions - speak with a medical professional if you need help with any serious conditions. 

03-06
15:21

Ep.91: 5 Minute Waves of Breath Meditation for Relaxation

The perfect 5 minute daily meditation to come back to the breath and check in with yourself. This short guided meditation class focuses on breathing deeply into the chest and belly to expand and deepen the breath, and let you relax. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Just Relax" by Liborio Conti

02-20
05:59

Ep.90: Meditation for Anxiety and Days you Feel "Off" or Down

A 25 minute meditation for days when you're feeling anxious or just not great. Hope this class helps! Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from Zenmix.io

02-06
25:48

Ep.89: 5 Minute Breath Meditation to Calm and Connect

A 5 minute guided meditation to connect to the breath and body. We'll lengthen the exhale to calm and relax the body by breathing in for 5, and out for a count of 9. If this isn't comfortable for you, simply do what you can! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Relaxing Background by Liborio Conti

01-23
05:55

Rainbow Magic Meditation for Presence and Gratitude - Nature Series Ep. 6/6

A 20-25 minute guided meditation on the fleeting magic of rainbows! This class guides you through breathing and chakra visualization techniques to find gratitude and present moment awareness. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Tranquil Meditation by Liborio Conti

01-13
23:50

15 Minute Guided Wind Meditation for Peace and Calm - Nature Series Ep. 5/6

A 15 minute guided meditation on wind, gusts, and the breath. This class is all about using breathing and visualization techniques to find peace and calm. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: "Calmness" by Liborio Conti

01-11
15:11

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