Mindfulness Meditation · Awaken
This week’s meditation session is led by Lavina Shamdasani and the theme is Awaken. The guided meditation begins at 17:32.
Buddha Shakyamuni; Tibet or Bhutan; late 17th-18th century; Silk Embroidery, Appliqué; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.19.2
This exquisite depiction of the historic Buddha portrays him in an ascetic manner, demonstrating his renouncement of all attachment to the material world. His right hand is pointing downward, calling upon the earth as a witness of his enlightenment.
The Buddha is seated in the lotus position, which was his pose when he attained enlightenment in that sacred spot under the bodhi tree in Bodhgaya, India. As we gaze upon him, let us open our hearts to awakening.
Lavina Shamdasani is a certified compassion teacher through the Compassion Institute and Stanford University. She has taught programs focused on mindfulness, compassion, joy, and gratitude and led book club discussions and meditations for over five years.
Lavina studied positive psychology coaching at the Wholebeing Institute and helps clients transform their lives and meet their personal and professional goals.
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