In this guided Christian meditation, Brother Richard returns to the basic form of meditation—the simple, foundational practice that underpins every contemplative tradition.
Whether you're completely new to meditation, returning after a break, or simply looking to strengthen your daily practice, this session revisits the essential skills of stable sitting, body awareness, breath awareness and inner stillness. By returning to these foundations again and again, we gradually develop the \"meditation muscles\" that deepen awareness, strengthen attention and open us more fully to God's loving presence.
This gentle practice reminds us that there is no need to strive or perform. We simply begin again, noticing the body, observing thoughts and emotions without judgement, and resting in the still point between each breath where peace and divine presence are always waiting.
Perfect for daily Christian meditation, contemplative prayer, relaxation, preparing for restful sleep, or renewing your meditation practice after time away.
00:00 – Introduction: Returning to the foundations
01:16 – Opening bell
01:38 – Ritual gesture and preparing to meditate
02:43 – Settling into the body
04:18 – Breath awareness and relaxation
05:36 – More than the body
06:09 – More than thoughts and feelings
07:00 – Finding the still point between breaths
08:37 – Resting in awareness
10:18 – Resolution for the day
10:42 – Closing bell