{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/693ebc1df3a6f9e20ac00b64/699447e38b7fe5457d29ea11?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Expanding the Circles of Compassion","description":"<p>In this meditation, I invite you to explore <strong>interbeing</strong> — the deep truth that we exist in relationship, not in isolation.</p><p><br></p><p>We begin by reflecting on the way compassion naturally expands, moving from ourselves to those we love, to those we meet regularly, and outward again to all forms of life. This widening is not forced. It happens gently, as awareness becomes fuller and more inclusive.</p><p>As we settle into the breath, we find a point of stillness where the in-breath becomes the out-breath. From this quiet centre, peace is breathed outward, first to those closest to us, and then more widely, until compassion embraces all beings.</p><p>This <strong>daily guided meditation</strong> offers a <strong>moment of calm</strong>, whether you are pausing during the day or <strong>winding down before sleep</strong>, helping you cultivate connection, kindness and a sense of shared belonging.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;00:00 – Welcome back</p><p> 00:18 – Compassion for self and others</p><p> 00:40 – The shared life of all beings</p><p> 00:55 – Interbeing</p><p> 01:15 – Expanding awareness</p><p> 01:35 – The bell</p><p> 02:05 – Setting the intention</p><p> 02:50 – Noticing the breath</p><p> 03:30 – Full awareness of this moment</p><p> 04:05 – The still point of the breath</p><p> 04:50 – Bringing loved ones to mind</p><p> 05:43 – Breathing peace toward them</p><p> 06:20 – Those we meet regularly</p><p> 07:35 – Breathing in peace</p><p> 08:13 – Extending compassion to all beings</p><p> 09:55 – Recalling the primary intention</p><p> 10:05 – Returning to the room</p><p> 10:13 – A moment of gratitude</p><p> 10:20 – Closing bell</p>","author_name":"Cutdown Studios"}