There is a lot going on in the world right now and it can be overwhelming. As I have written before, one thing that helps me in times of overwhelm is to connect with my community. It helps to remind me that I am not alone and that I have power to make a difference, even if I can't fix everything.
For this reason, I am grateful to have some friends who believe the same thing. Last year, my friend Tahmina Watson invited me to participate in a meditation for peace after the news reports of devastation in Palestine began to emerge. I was grateful for the invitation because guiding meditation with a community is a truly special gift. I was also glad to be able to offer something good during that time.
Unfortunately, the situation in Palestine continues to emerge and every day brings us news reports of other problems and conflicts in the United States and around the world. The need to gather and sit in peace still exists because the need to go out into the world with kindness is so critical.
That is why Tahmina and her friend, Jigna Patel, decided to expand the meditation for peace that happened only once last year into a series of meditations, running from January to March. This Sunday, February 4th at 6 PM EST, I will be guiding the session. I have decided that an expanded version of my "Look to the Helpers" Guided Meditation is most appropriate.
This practice is derived from loving-kindness practice, but is truly intended as a practice in self-compassion. The practice is about regaining strength to continue facing the world and doing good work by connecting with common humanity, an essential element of self-compassion.
Anyone can join the practice on Zoom here at 6 PM PST/9 PM EST on Sunday evening. If you cannot join, however, a shorter version of the practice I am offering is on YouTube. Additionally, Tahmina and Jigna will share all of the meditation practices at the Meditation for World Peace Podcast.
Want to learn more about mindfulness and compassion? Check out my new book, How to Be a Badass Lawyer, for a simple guide to creating a meditation practice of your own in 30 days. And to share mindfulness with your little one, check out my new children's book, Mommy Needs a Minute.
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