In this meditation, I guide you through the third part of a series exploring the different aspects of the soul, focusing on what is traditionally called the rational soul.
Building on the earlier reflections on the vegetative and sensitive aspects of our being, this practice turns to the inner life of thought, reflection and understanding.
We begin by settling into the body and the breath, allowing awareness to deepen. From here, attention gently turns to the activity of the mind, recognising the discursive inner life that shapes how we think, remember and imagine.
Through simple reflection, you are invited to consider the deeper movements of the mind, the search for truth, the attraction to beauty and the desire for what is good.
The meditation also opens into a quiet awareness of the different faculties within us, such as memory, imagination and will, and how these shape our experience.
This is not about analysis or judgement, but about recognising the inner life with clarity and curiosity.
This meditation offers a moment of calm, whether you are pausing during the day or winding down before sleep, helping you develop insight, awareness and a deeper understanding of your inner life.
This meditation supports reflection, clarity and self-awareness.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
00:17 – The parts of the soul
00:40 – The bell
01:10 – Settling into awareness
02:20 – Awareness of the breath
03:10 – Resting in stillness
04:13 – The inner life of thought
04:40 – The rational soul
05:25 – Seeking truth
06:20 – Seeking beauty
07:40 – Seeking the good
08:00 – Memory, imagination and will
09:50 – Walking a path of clarity
11:25 – Gratitude for the practice
11:40 – Closing bell