Happy Mind: Meditations from the Ancient World to Modernity

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Ancient meditation techniques from wisdom teachers who are lost in the mists of time are made available to you in accessible, bite-sized or longer guided meditations. Each episode is largely inspired by the original teachings of Taoist, Buddhist and Hindu masters like Lao Tzu, Buddha and "Krishna", Christian masters like Mary Magdalene, Jesus and Teresa of Avila, Greek masters like Plotinus, Plato and Pythagoras, Islamic masters like Rumi, Ibn Arabi, Attar, and Hafez, and pre-historic masters from Polynesia, Australia and the Americas. From Buddhism to Taoism, from Astrology to Platonism, from Medieval Alchemists to Central Asian poets of yore, (and more), this podcast provides an easy way to access the simple meditation and happy life practices developed by the wisest masters to have graced this planet. Zebediah Rice guides you in an easy and free way to learn to meditate, become more mindful, energetic, happy, peaceful, and mentally sharp. Just sit back, relax, and let me do the work for you.

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Oneness (60 min)

October 24, 2019 08:50 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

The senses and the thoughts that arise in your consciousness are so distracting that it is easy to forget that we are neither our senses nor our body nor our thoughts. Who we really are is something completely different. But just because you have forgotten your true nature is fundamentally grounded in love doesn't mean it isn't there. You can connect with the flow and foreverness of unity and oneness. Experience the stillness of peace. Deconstruct the artificial boundaries you have erected be...

Oneness (45 min)

October 22, 2019 22:56 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MB

There are so many distractions flooding in through our senses and thoughts manifesting in our consciousness that it is easy to forget who we really are. But just because we have forgotten our true nature is fundamentally grounded in love doesn't mean it isn't there. You can connect with the flow and foreverness of unity and oneness. Experience the stillness of peace. Deconstruct the artificial boundaries you have erected between you and the universe. And harmonize with love. Use this 45 minut...

Oneness (30 min)

October 22, 2019 05:41 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

With the distractions of the physical world flooding in through our senses and occupying the default mode of our ruminating brain it is easy to lose touch with who we really are. But just because we have forgotten our true nature doesn't mean it isn't there or isn't reachable. You can connect with the flow and foreverness of unity and oneness. Experience the stillness of peace. Deconstruct the artificial boundaries you have erected between you and the universe. And harmonize with love. Do tha...

Oneness (20 min)

October 20, 2019 23:25 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

Deconstruct the artificial boundaries you have erected between you and the universe. Connect with the flow and foreverness of unity and oneness. Experience the stillness of peace. And harmonize with love. All in this 20 minute version of the Oneness guided meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the oneness sensibility aligns with the 7th Chakra (also called the Sahasrara or crown chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the medit...

Oneness (10 min)

October 20, 2019 05:11 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MB

Peace, harmony, unity, and oneness. This is your true nature. Use this 10 minute version of the Oneness guided meditation to reconnect to this ground truth. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the oneness sensibility aligns with the 7th Chakra (also called the Sahasrara or crown chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Peace is associated with the fourth or heart chakra, harmony with the fifth or throat chakra, and...

Unity (30 min)

October 15, 2019 09:54 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

This 30 minute version of the Unity Guided Meditation is designed to give you a preview of what coming to know the truth of your fundamental nature is like.The path towards enlightenment or self-mastery is said to entail a deeper and more intimate understanding of your true nature. The mystics and saints of old have explained that with enough practice we come to realize that there is a fundamental unity between your being and Love itself. Hopefully this guided meditation will open the door to...

Unity (20 min)

October 14, 2019 09:36 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

The path towards enlightenment or self-mastery is accompanied by a growing awareness and understanding of the self and the nature of love and peace. The mystics and saints of old have explained that with enough practice we come to realize that there is a unity or union between our being and Love itself. This 20 minute version of the Unity Guided Meditation is designed to give you a preview of what coming to know this truth this is like. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the uni...

Unity (10 min)

October 13, 2019 09:23 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

As we make progress in the stages towards enlightenment or self-mastery, there comes a growing awareness and understanding of the nature of our self and its relationship with the sensibilities of love and peace. The great masters and mystics of old have explained that, in fact, with enough work we come to realize that there is a unity or union between our very selves and Love itself. This is a 10 minute version of the Unity Guided Meditation which is designed to give you a preview of what com...

Harmony (60 min)

October 10, 2019 09:16 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Through the practice of meditation we progress towards a profound understanding about the truth of existence and the nature of ourselves. At the advanced stages, we come to recognize that there is a higher power called loved that we can harmonize our entire being with. It is often a subtle process and takes a great deal of time and attention. But this is an investment worth making. This is hour long version of the Harmony Guided Meditation is designed to help you make just such an investment....

Harmony (45 min)

October 09, 2019 05:46 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MB

Love fills the universe, at least in one way of explaining an unexplainable truth. You can use this meditation to connect and harmonize with this field of infinite love. This is a 45 minute version of the Harmony Guided Meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the harmony sensibility aligns with the 5th Chakra (also called the Vishuddha, or Vishuddhi, or throat chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Ho...

Harmony (30 min)

October 08, 2019 05:50 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Love is the central wellspring and logic and power. This is the central insight of every great master. Take advantage of this extraordinary truth to calm your mind and heal your body and relationships. Simply by connecting with and harmonizing with this field of infinite love. This is a 30 minute version of the Harmony Guided Meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the harmony sensibility aligns with the 5th Chakra (also called the Vishuddha, or Vishuddhi, or throat cha...

Harmony (20 min)

October 07, 2019 05:44 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

Like gravity or magnetism, love is like a field that permeates the universe. That means you have the power at any moment and in any place or situation to tap into this force. Use this meditation to do just that. Learn how to harmonize with this field of infinite love. This is a 20 minute version of the Harmony Guided Meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the harmony sensibility aligns with the 5th Chakra (also called the Vishuddha, or Vishuddhi, or throat chakra) so y...

Harmony (10 min)

October 06, 2019 05:42 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

Love is like a field of energy that fills the universe. Use this meditation to connect and harmonize with this field of infinite love. This is a 10 minute version of the Harmony Guided Meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the harmony sensibility aligns with the 5th Chakra (also called the Vishuddha, or Vishuddhi, or throat chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Peace (30 min)

October 04, 2019 07:35 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

Peace and calm are inherent features of your true self. You can use this meditation to rediscover that peaceful and calm presence within. This is a 30 minute version of the Peace guided meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the peace sensibility aligns with the 4th Chakra (also called the Anahata or heart chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Peace (20 min)

October 03, 2019 05:33 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

An inner sense of peace and calm is always present within you. You can use this meditation to restore a peaceful and calm presence. This is a 20 minute version of the Peace guided meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the peace sensibility aligns with the 4th Chakra (also called the Anahata or heart chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peace (10 min)

September 30, 2019 02:54 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MB

Use this meditation to restore a peaceful and calm presence. This is a 10 minute version of the Peace guided meditation. For those who like to work with chakra energies, the peace sensibility aligns with the 4th Chakra (also called the Anahata or heart chakra) so you can concentrate on that part of your energetic and physical body as the meditation unfolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unlock Forgiveness (60 min)

July 08, 2019 05:30 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

The mistakes that people make can harm other people, sometimes profoundly. Everyone has been on both sides of this unfortunate reality and as a result we each hold the emotional scars that accompany the giving and receiving of this kind of pain. Fortunately, the suffering that you inflicted because of your actions or choices (or that you experienced because of someone else's) can be transcended. The pain of your life now can be healed. This meditation will help you do that. This is a 60 minu...

Unlock Forgiveness (45 min)

July 07, 2019 05:30 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Everyone makes mistakes, and sometimes these mistakes harm other people. Everyone has been on both sides of this unfortunate reality so we each hold the emotional scars that accompany the giving and receiving of this kind of pain. Fortunately, the suffering that you inflicted because of your actions or choices (or that you experienced because of someone else's) can be transcended. The pain of your life now can be healed. This meditation will help you do that. This is a 45 minute version of t...

Unlock Forgiveness (30 min)

July 05, 2019 19:32 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

We have all made mistakes. And sometimes those mistakes cause other people pain. Everyone has been on both sides of this unfortunate reality. The suffering that you inflicted because of your actions or choices (or that you experienced because of someone else's) can be transcended. The pain of your life now can be healed. This meditation will help you do that. This is a 30 minute version of the Unlocking Forgiveness guided meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Unlock Forgiveness (20 min)

July 02, 2019 15:17 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

When someone harms another, we can say that they are acting out of ignorance, confusion or fear. It may seem like they are acting deliberately and in a way they are. But trace that action to its source and you will find ignorance, confusion or fear. So we can say that they are making a mistake, and sometimes these mistakes harm other people in horrible ways. Everyone has been on both sides of this unfortunate reality to one degree or another. This means that we each hold the emotional scars t...

Unlock Forgiveness (10 min)

July 01, 2019 15:35 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MB

People harm others out of ignorance, confusion or fear. It may seem like they are acting deliberately and in a way they are. But trace the action to its source and you will find ignorance, confusion or fear. So we can think of these actions as mistakes and sometimes these mistakes really do harm other people. Everyone has been on both sides of this unfortunate reality. This means that we each hold the emotional scars that accompany the giving and receiving of this kind of pain. Fortunately, t...

A Happy, Loved, Positive You (30 min)

June 21, 2019 11:52 - 1 minute - 1.77 MB

The "A Happy, Loved, Positive You" guided meditation is now only available on the Alyte app. You can download it here: https://www.alyte.app/zeb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Beautiful You (30 min)

May 25, 2019 07:01 - 1 minute - 1.77 MB

The "A Beautiful You" guided meditation is now only available on the Alyte app. You can download it here: https://www.alyte.app/zeb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Beautiful You (20 min)

May 20, 2019 06:57 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

Learn to use the power of your consciousness to direct the energy of the universe to manifest your best self in your body in the world right now.You have the power to move your awareness. Practice moving it to the very best 'you' and watch the changes that unfold in your body and your self in the world. This is a 20 minute version of the 'A Beautiful You' guided meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Beautiful You (10 min)

May 19, 2019 06:55 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

You have the power to move your awareness. Learn to use the power not only to move your awareness to the very best 'you' but deploy that power to direct the energy of the universe to manifest that best self in your body in the world. This is a 10 minute version of the 'A Beautiful You' guided meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Circle of Love (30 min)

May 07, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

A 30 minute guided meditation that walks you through unlocking your hidden potential for experiencing love as an energetic force in your body and in your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Circle of Love (20 min)

May 06, 2019 11:43 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this 20 minute guided meditation, harness the healing power of love for yourself as well for as those around you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Circle of Love (10 min)

May 05, 2019 11:26 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

A 10 minute guided meditation to unlock your power of love. This love is for yourself as well as those around you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Promise (30 min)

April 09, 2019 12:29 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

By practicing that with the small things, you can develop tremendous abilities. With this meditation you will learn to use this phenomenon not only to unlock a profound relaxation in your body but also to harness the power of your attention and awareness to discover the Promise embedded in the very fabric of reality. Be patient and gentle with yourself and remain open to what arises and the answer will appear for you. This is a 30 minute version of The Promise guided meditation and offers a...

The Promise (20 min)

April 08, 2019 12:28 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

This is a deep relaxation meditation so you can do it lying down if you like. But it is also more than that. You have the power to move your awareness. By practicing that with the small things, you will discover that you can apply that power to the big things in life too. Use this power to unlock not just a profound relaxation in your body but also to discover the Promise embedded in the very fabric of reality. This is a 20 minute version of The Promise guided meditation. Hosted on Acast....

The Promise (10 min)

April 07, 2019 06:57 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

The secret to a happy, peaceful state of mind is staring right at us but most of us, most of the time can't see it. There is a promise embedded in the fabric of the universe. If you are religious, you could say that God has made you a promise. It is your job to see this promise and do your part by completing it. This is a 10 minute version of The Promise guided meditation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First Chakra - A Healthy & Happy Body (1 hour)

March 28, 2019 16:14 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

You spend so much time with your attention anchored in the physical world that you often don't remember that you have an energetic body every bit as real as your physical body. There are eight energetic centers that represent this non-physical body and the first one is the ground level of your energetic body. Located at the base of your spine, this "first Chakra" represents the energetic connection to the physicality of your body, the manifestation of your consciousness into a physical form. ...

First Chakra - Simple (10 min)

March 23, 2019 13:48 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MB

A simple 10 minute guided meditation to activate and heal your first chakra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First Chakra - Happy Body (45 min)

March 20, 2019 18:48 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

You have an energetic body every bit as real as your physical body. There are eight energetic centers that represent this non-physical body and the first Chakra is the ground level of your energetic body. Located at the base of your spine, it represents the energetic connection to the physicality of your body, the manifestation of your consciousness into a physical form. So, by manipulating your consciousness on a consistent and directed manner, you can change your body. This 45 minute versio...

First Chakra - Happy Body (30 min)

March 19, 2019 18:36 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

Your first Chakra is the ground level of your energetic body. Located at the base of your spine, it represents the energetic connection to the physicality of your body, the manifestation of your consciousness into a physical form. So, by manipulating your consciousness on a consistent and directed manner, you can change your body. This 30 minute version of the Happy Body First Chakra guided meditation will help you do just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First Chakra - Happy Body (20 min)

March 18, 2019 18:30 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

Located at the base of your spine, your first Chakra is the ground level of your energetic body. It represents the energetic connection to the physicality of your body, the manifestation of your consciousness into a physical form. So, by manipulating your consciousness on a consistent and directed manner, you can change your body. This 20 minute version of the Happy Body First Chakra guided meditation will help you do just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First Chakra - Happy Body (10 min)

March 17, 2019 19:15 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

Your first Chakra represents the physicality of your body, the manifestation of your consciousness into a physical form. So, by manipulating your consciousness on a consistent and directed manner, you can change your body. This 10 minute version of the Happy Body First Chakra guided meditation will help you do just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forgiveness - The Health 'Hack' Of The Ancients (60 min)

February 20, 2019 19:45 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

In cultures separated by vast distances and long stretches of time there emerged a formal tradition of a forgiveness ritual. In places as far afield as Ancient Egypt, Medieval Islam, and pre-Colonization Polynesia, there was a belief that illness, trouble in life and what today we might call psychological distress were caused by past or ongoing errors or transgressions against the gods or spirits by the sick person. The cure for the illness was therefore to seek forgiveness from the gods or ...

Forgiveness - The Health 'Hack' Of The Ancients (45 min)

February 19, 2019 19:24 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Cultures around the world practiced a formal tradition of forgiveness. In places as far afield as Ancient Egypt, Medieval Islam, and pre-Colonization Polynesia, there was a belief that illness, trouble in life and what today we might call psychological distress were caused by past or ongoing errors or transgressions against the gods or spirits by the sick person. The cure for the illness was therefore to seek forgiveness from the gods or the ancestral spirits through prayer or the people inv...

Forgiveness - The Health 'Hack' Of The Ancients (30 min)

February 19, 2019 06:39 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

In the olden days, in places like Hawai'i, there was a belief that illness, trouble in life and what today we might call psychological distress were caused by past or ongoing errors or transgressions against the gods or spirits by the sick person. The cure for the illness was therefore to seek forgiveness from the gods or the ancestral spirits through prayer or the people involved with these errors or transgressions through ritual. Like many of these ancient techniques, the explanations of o...

Forgiveness - The Health 'Hack' Of The Ancients (20 min)

February 18, 2019 05:06 - 20 minutes

In ancient times there was a belief that illness, trouble in life and what today we might call psychological distress were caused by past or ongoing errors or transgressions against the gods or spirits by the sick person. The cure for the illness was therefore to seek forgiveness from the gods or the ancestral spirits through prayer or the people involved with these errors or transgressions through ritual. Like many of these ancient techniques, the explanations of old may not accord well with...

Forgiveness - The Health 'Hack' Of The Ancients (10 min)

February 17, 2019 02:01 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MB

There used to be a belief that illness, trouble in life and what today we might call psychological distress were caused by past or ongoing errors or transgressions against the gods or spirits by the sick person. In those ancient days, the cure for the illness was therefore to seek forgiveness from the gods or the ancestral spirits through prayer or the people involved with these errors or transgressions through ritual. Like many of these ancient techniques, the explanations of old may not ac...

First Chakra- You are protected & provided for (30 min)

January 22, 2019 05:20 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

If you worry about providing a living for yourself or your family, this meditation will be helpful to you. Particularly when we lose a job or are struggling to make ends meet with the income we do have, these feelings arise. In addition to the outer work that is required to remedy these sorts of situations, there is an inner work that is even more important. This meditation will help guide you on that inner journey to awakening and embracing the change that awaits you. This is a 30 minute v...

First Chakra- You are protected & provided for (20 min)

January 21, 2019 05:01 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

Many people worry about providing the basics. Whether it is making a living for yourself or making sure your family has enough, at some point in life most people will encounter this challenge. Some will struggle with it throughout life. There is outer work (in the physical domain) that is required to remedy these sorts of situations, but there is inner work that is even more important. It is this inner work that sets the stage for the physical world to yield its bounty. This meditation will ...

First Chakra- You are protected & provided for (10 min)

January 20, 2019 09:53 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MB

It is normal to feel anxious about providing a living for yourself or your family. Particularly when we lose a job or are struggling to make ends meet with the income we do have, these feelings arise. In addition to the outer work that is required to remedy these sorts of situations, there is an inner work that is even more important. This meditation will help guide you on that inner journey to awakening and embracing the change that awaits you. This is a 10 minute version of the Protected ...