A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation
Finding Stillness in a Noisy World
If your mind feels constantly full and your body can’t seem to switch off, you’re not alone. Meditation offers a sanctuary a way to pause, soften, and reconnect with your inner world. But if you're new to it, meditation can feel intimidating. Sitting still? With all those thoughts? No thanks.
My approach to meditation has always been grounded, compassionate, and body-aware. Whether you’re seeking calm, clarity, or a better night’s sleep, this guide will help you begin.
What Is Meditation?
At its core, meditation is simply the practice of coming back to the present moment. It’s not about emptying your mind or doing it ‘perfectly’. It’s about noticing your breath, your body, your emotions with curiosity and without judgement.
There are many forms of meditation, including:
Breath-focused meditation (watching your breath)
Body scans (gently noticing sensations)
Mantra or affirmation-based practice
Somatic meditation (tuning into the body’s wisdom)
Why Meditate?
Even a few minutes a day can offer powerful benefits:
Reduced stress and anxiety
Improved sleep
More emotional balance
Increased focus and creativity
Deeper connection to your intuition
Start Small, Start Soft
If you’re a beginner, here are a few tips:
Create a cosy space. You don’t need anything fancy. Just somewhere quiet and comfortable where you won’t be disturbed.
Start with 5–10 minutes. Set a timer or follow a guided meditation.
Let go of expectations. Thoughts will come. That’s okay. Just notice, and gently return to the breath or the voice guiding you.
Try This: Somatic Sleep Meditation for Mental Exhaustion
If you’re feeling drained or frazzled, this gentle somatic meditation is the perfect place to begin. It’s designed to bring your nervous system into deep rest — and you don’t even have to sit cross-legged! Just lie down, press play, and let yourself be guided back to peace.
Try my latest guided somatic sleep meditation
Meditation is not about escaping life it’s about returning to it with more presence, softness, and strength. You don’t have to be ‘spiritual’ or have it all together. You just have to begin.
And you’re not alone. Both online and in person, we’re building a community of people who are learning to slow down, tune in, and show up with heart.