Balanced Mind With Julie Potiker

“You are the light...hold only love, only peace in your heart…” (John Lewis) In this guided meditation led for the Balanced Mind Meditation Center, Julie Potiker uses meditation to honor the late Congressman and civil rights leader. She uses his powerful words of peace, love and following your truth in this guided meditation.   “You are a light. You are the light. Never let anyone—any person or any force—dampen, dim or diminish your light. Study the path of others to make your way easier and more abundant. Lean toward the whispers of your own heart, discover the universal truth, and follow its dictates. […] Release the need to hate, to harbor division, and the enticement of revenge. Release all bitterness. Hold only love, only peace in your heart, knowing that the battle of good to overcome evil is already won. Choose confrontation wisely, but when it is your time don't be afraid to stand up, speak up, and speak out against injustice. And if you follow your truth down the road to peace and the affirmation of

In this guided meditation, Julie Potiker uses the image of a tree, its branches, and its roots, to help you find strength and compassion. Julie led this mindfulness meditation for the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. The meditation ends with the poem, "Compassion", by Miller Williams. "Have compassion for everyone you meet, even if they don’t want it. What seems conceit, bad manners, or cynicism is always a sign of things no ears have heard, no eyes have seen. You do not know what wars are going on down there where the spirit meets the bone." "Compassion" by Miller Williams, from The Ways We Touch: Poems. © University of Illinois Press, 1997.   Get the latest by subscribing to Julie Potiker's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", a

What is your go-to place for relaxation, peace? Is it a favorite chair, the beach or perhaps a forest? In this guided meditation, Julie Potiker takes you on a journey where you use your imagination to create your own peaceful environment. Since social distancing is still in place due to the worldwide pandemic, this meditation was recorded via Zoom for the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. The meditation ends with a poem called "Invictus", by William Ernest Henley. Get the latest by subscribing to Julie Potiker's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker", available on iTunes, iHeart and other podcast platforms.

Julie Potiker leads a meditation in the ancient practice of Tonglen. Tonglen is a Tibetan word meaning "letting go" and "accepting". During this meditation you will breathe in pain, suffering, and darkness – and then breathe out peace, joy, and light. It’s the perfect meditation during these times of uncertainty. This meditation ends with the reading of the poem, "For the Belonging", by John Donohue. Poem: For Belonging, by John O'Donohue May you listen to your longing to be free. May the frames of your belonging be generous enough for your dreams. May you arise each day with a voice of blessing whispering in your heart. May you find a harmony between your soul and your life. May the sanctuary of your soul never become haunted. May you know the eternal longing that lives at the heart of time. May there be kindness in your gaze when you look within. May you never place walls between the light and yourself. May you allow the wild beauty of the invisible world to gather you, mind you, and embrace you in belongi

Feel the warmth of the sun in this mindfulness meditation led by Julie Potiker of the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. Imagine basking in the sun and feeling its heat as it softens your body. The meditation ends with a reading of the poem, "The Sun Never Sets", by Hafiz. The Sun Never Sets Even after all this time The Sun never says to the Earth "You owe me" Look what happens with a love like that It lights up the sky   Get the latest by subscribing to Julie Potiker's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker", available on iTunes, iHeart and other podcast platforms.  

In this guided meditation, led by Julie Potiker, you'll be using your breath to bring love, compassion and balance into your body. Breathe into your heart and your soul through this soothing meditation - ending with a reading of the poem, "Take Shape", by Zach Beach. Get the latest by subscribing to Julie's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can  learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". Zach Beach can be found at www.ZachBeach.com

Sit back, relax, close your eyes and breathe into your core as Julie Potiker guides you through this compassion meditation. Breathe in what you need - and breathe out what you need to let go. This meditation also allows you to send compassion to others and finishes with a beautiful poem by Zach Beach, Life is Tenderness. Get the latest by subscribing to Julie's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can  learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". Zach Beach can be found at www.ZachBeach.com   ABOUT: Julie Potiker helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and at also the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Medita

Julie Potiker leads you through a guided meditation to help shine the light of attention on different senses - seeing, hearing and feeling - enabling you to strengthen your attention skill-building. Get the latest by subscribing to Juile's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can  learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". ABOUT: Julie Potiker helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and at also the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. At her practice, www.MindfulMethodsforLife.com Julie provides mindfulness training to groups, individuals, and organizations.

Breathe in and breathe out joy, peace and compassion for yourself and the planet as Julie Potiker leads this loving kindness meditation.  With social distancing still in place, Julie presented this healing meditation online - to the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. Please sing along to the Jewish Prayer of Healing, Mi Shebeirach, at the conclusion of the meditation.   Mi Shebeirach Lyrics; Mi shebeirach avoteinuM'kor hab'racha l'imoteinu May the source of strength,Who blessed the ones before us,Help us find the courage to make our lives a blessing,And let us say, Amen. Mi shebeirach imoteinuM'kor habrachah l'avoteinu Bless those in need of healing with r'fuah sh'leimah,The renewal of body, the renewal of spirit,And let us say, Amen Get the latest by subscribing to Juile's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can  learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To:

This is a unique opportunity to hear Julie Potiker teach, as she provides insight to Guided Mindfulness Meditation and Compassion practices, at this year's Yom Limmud eFestival. She will also lead you on a special guided meditation. Come together in this virtual community through social connection and access your body’s innate capacity for healing. During this session you will learn evidence-based techniques that will help you: Handle difficult emotions with greater ease Soothe yourself in times of difficulty Practice mindfulness and compassion in everyday life Rewire your brain for more happiness and resilience Experience gratitude Build your immunity by reducing stress Get the latest by subscribing to Juile's YouTube channel and her Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can  learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", availa

Get in touch with what you really need right now - and what you need to release that no longer serves you. Sit back, relax and breathe into this Loving Kindness & Letting Go meditation led by Julie Potiker for the Balanced Mind Meditation Center.   Poem: The Way It IsThere’s a thread you follow. It goes amongthings that change. But it doesn’t change.People wonder about what you are pursuing.You have to explain about the thread.But it is hard for others to see.While you hold it you can’t get lost.Tragedies happen; people get hurtor die; and you suffer and get old.Nothing you do can stop time’s unfolding.You don’t ever let go of the thread.By William Stafford, from The Way It Is, 1998 You learn about mindfulness at MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". You can also subscribe to her YouT

Compassion in times of stress and uncertainty - for yourself and others. Join Julie Potiker as she leads this guided meditation at the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. The Guest House This being human is a guest house.Every morning a new arrival.A joy, a depression, a meanness,some momentary awareness comesas an unexpected visitor.Welcome and entertain them all!Even if they are a crowd of sorrows,who violently sweep your houseempty of its furniture,still, treat each guest honorably.He may be clearing you outfor some new delight.The dark thought, the shame, the malice.meet them at the door laughing and invite them in.Be grateful for whatever comes.because each has been sentas a guide from beyond. — Jellaludin Rumi You can find more about mindfulness at MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". Yo

Self care is more important than ever. Sit back and relax while enjoying Julie Potiker lead a Loving Kindness meditation at the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. You can find more about mindfulness at MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". ABOUT: Julie Potiker helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and at also the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center (also in La Jolla, CA). At her practice, www.MindfulMethodsforLife.com Julie provides mindfulness training to groups, individuals, and organizations.

Do you wish you could feel as grounded as a tree? Join Julie Potiker, of Mindful Methods for Life, as she leads a guided meditation on grounding at the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. You can find more about mindfulness at MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker". ABOUT: Julie Potiker helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and at also the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center (also in La Jolla, CA). At her practice, www.MindfulMethodsforLife.com Julie provides mindfulness training to groups, individuals, and organizations.

In this episode Julie Potiker leads you through a Guided Meditation from a recent workshop she co-hosted called "Cultivating Calm and Resilience in Challenging Times". Sit back, relax, and enjoy. For the best listening experience use earplugs or headphones. More information on mindfulness and Julie Potiker can be found at https://mindfulmethodsforlife.com/ Julie Potiker is the author of "Life Falls Apart But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. She helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and also through the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center (also in La Jolla). This workshop was recorded on April 28, 2020.

In this episode Julie Potiker leads a Soothing Touch meditation. This meditation is from recent workshop Julie co-hosted called "Cultivating Calm and Resilience in Challenging Times". Sit back, relax, and enjoy. For the best listening experience use earplugs or headphones. More information on mindfulness and Julie Potiker can be found at https://mindfulmethodsforlife.com/ Julie Potiker is the author of "Life Falls Apart But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. She helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and also through the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center (also in La Jolla). This workshop was recorded on April 28, 2020.

Join mindful meditation practitioner Julie Potiker, as she leads you through a relaxing loving kindness meditation to combat the stress felt by many facing the Coronavirus pandemic. ABOUT: Julie Potiker helps others through mindful meditation at her practice in La Jolla, California and also at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center where she founded the Balanced Mind Meditation Center (also in La Jolla, CA). Through her practice, MindfulMethodsforLife, Julie provides mindfulness training to groups, individuals, and organizations. You can find more information on her website at MindfulMethodsforLife.com. Julie is also the author of "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To; Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos. Julie is a graduate of the Mindful Self-Compassion course at U.C. San Diego, is trained to teach the curriculum and has completed over a dozen courses in this field. She’s participated in meditation retreats from various disciplines – Judaic to Tibetan. B.G.S. Uni

Practice the Pause. In today's episode of Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker you'll hear how mindfulness can be a tool to get you through some stressful times and how mindfulness - it's not the same as meditation. Show notes: Your kids are arguing. Your boss calls you into an unexpected meeting after your report didn’t go well. You’re expected to attend the extended family dinner for your sister’s milestone birthday, but you know exactly what kind of drama tends to ensue. Whatever your next “oh, sh*t” moment might be, there’s a tool for that: mindfulness. What is mindfulness? It’s not worrying and not ruminating. We’re wired to ruminate and worry because we’re primates, and that’s what has kept us alive all these millennia, but mindfulness is the opposite of that. It’s being in the moment and knowing what you’re doing when you’re doing it. And, for the record, it’s not the same as meditating, even though you can combine the two and do a mindfulness meditation – which I highly recommend trying! Mindfulness

Sometimes the news is just unbearable. Hearing of recent gun violence this past weekend in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio has many of us on edge, stressed or filled with anxiety. During these troubling times it’s helpful to ground yourself. In this episode of Balanced Mind, Julie Potiker leads us on a grounding meditation and offers tips on staying grounded in the midst of chaos. When things in the news are horrific our tendency is to dive into the news to find out the backstory of everything. Julie suggests giving yourself a "news blackout" and to screen your social media in order to protect yourself and your heart. During mindful meditation you can give love to yourself while also sending loving kindness to others. We’re in this together.

We're back - continuing with our series to help you in your mindfulness practice. It’s called “Car Talk – Mindfulness in Action”…because who hasn’t at one time or another, escaped to their car to think through a situation? Now, that’s the time you could really benefit from mindfulness. In these candid recordings Julie shares a current situation she’s dealing with and how she works to get back to ‘being in the present’. And because life is a moving target Julie records from the front seat of her parked car!  We hope through her life experiences you find some tips that help you in your mindfulness practice.(You can also view the video on Facebook & YouTube) In this episode of "Car Talk" Julie tells us how she's holding on to her mindful methods ..."like there's no tomorrow"! You can find more about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com.