 Become a Meditation Teacher!
The McLean Meditation Institute Teacher Certification Program is a 200-hour professional training in the theory, science, and practice of meditation. It begins with a self-paced distance learning program followed by an 8-day Intensive in the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona. Upcoming Intensives are held in November, January and April 2015. Led by world-class experts in meditation, mindfulness, yoga, and earth wisdom. Admissions are rolling, so apply anytime and get started right away. Call (928) 204-0067 or click here to learn more.
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Upcoming Meditation Events with
Sarah McLean
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Sunday, August 24
Las Vegas, NV
An Afternoon of
Meditation & Mindfulness
On August 24 from 11:00 am - 4:30 pm AuthentiCity Las Vegas presents An Afternoon of Meditation & Mindfulness with Sarah McLean at the Springs Preserve, a 180-acre getaway complete with a botanical garden! Discover the secrets to meditation and how meditation can make you more powerful, confident, and youthful. It's the inaugural event for AuthentiCity LV! Registration starts at $95. Find out more and register by email. | |
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October 5-8
Satori Spa Retreat
Sanctuary Resort, AZ
Take a time out for mindfulness, meditation, spa treatments, yoga, and pampering at the Sanctuary Spa & Resort on Camelback Mountain, one of Travel & Leisure's World's Best Resorts. Sarah McLean leads this intimate, luxurious retreat. Find out more about this immersion here
or call (480) 624-8513
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 October 19-23 | |
Mii amo Spa
Enchantment Resort
Sedona, AZ
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Meditation Gatherings at the
McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona
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Anyone can have the experience of meditation whether they're new to meditation or already have an ongoing practice at these programs offered by the McLean Meditation Institute, 411 State Route 179. Find us on Mapquest. No need to preregister.Sundays 2:00-2:45 pm
Guided Meditation with Sarah McLean & expert meditation mentors. $5 Sundays 4:00-4:45 pm
Silent Meditation with expert meditation mentors. $5
Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00-9:45 am
Silent Meditation with Martin Birrittella. Free.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30-6:10 pm
Silent Meditation with Martin Birrittella. Free.
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The practice of meditation
is an essential ingredient
for becoming more self-aware:
you'll know more clearly
who you are,
what you really want,
and how you really feel.
This leads to making more nourishing choices
and living a truly wonderful life. ~ Sarah McLean
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I love to teach meditation! I love the sense of peace people express when the open their eyes after the very first time they've meditated!
At the teacher certification training, I explain to new teachers that teaching meditation is like being an usher. We usher people into the peace and presence that is everyone's birthright. It's truly natural to be able to center yourself, relax your body, and have a clear mind. When you make meditation a practice, you can make peacefulness and contentment your "new normal."
Do email me your questions about meditation at info@McLeanMeditation.com--and put "Ask Sarah" in the subject line. I look forward to hearing from you and supporting your practice.
With peace and love,
Sarah McLean, Executive Director
411 SR 179
Sedona, Arizona
(928) 204-0067 Call me!
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The Five Essentials of Meditation
1. It's okay to have thoughts during meditation, it's the nature of the mind to think
2. Don't try too hard, it's a barrier to the natural settling down in meditation
3. Let go of expectations, they'll limit your possibilities
4. Be kind to yourself, the way you treat yourself in meditation is the way you treat yourself as you live your life, and
5. Stick with it, don't stop because you don't think anything is happening, or you suddenly have a thought of something you simply must do. It's important to know this - the experiences you have in meditation have no bearing on whether or not your meditations are "working."
1. It's Okay to Have Thoughts
If you're thinking, I probably can't meditate because I have too many thoughts, then you are not alone. Perhaps you've already tried to meditate for a few minutes once or twice, and it "didn't work." (Read more about the essentials of meditation).
Excerpted from the Introduction of Sarah's book
Soul-Centered: Transform Your Life in 8 Weeks with Meditation. Order it here.
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When you are soul-centered, you are not dependent on other people or external factors for your sense of self or for your own self-worth. Instead, you begin to depend on an inner reference point to identify yourself: your soul.
When you are soul-centered you are your own navigator. You trust yourself and feel safe and confident wherever you go and whatever you do, no matter whom approves of you, who doesn't, no matter what anyone thinks about you, or what they say you should or shouldn't do.
You can focus your attention where and when you want to, easily, without distraction. You have a receptive awareness and your natural state is relaxed, calm, peaceful, and loving toward yourself and others. You are open to all possibilities and approach life courageously and fearlessly, without aversion or clinging; without offensiveness or defensiveness.
When you are soul-centered, your attention is in the present moment, receiving the moment, welcoming it, and accepting things as they are. You don't struggle against what is happening now. You become aware of a spacious quality in the present moment in which you can listen to your inner wisdom, make nourishing choices, feel your feelings fully, and respond rather than react to the world. You have a deep inner wisdom and knowingness, make decisions easily, and are confident as you journey on your own path.
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Soul Radiance Retreat
At the Historic Abbey Sutton Courtenay
Oxfordshire, England
September 19-21
Reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full potential, and strengthen your soul connection at the Soul Radiance Retreat. Discover deep meditation practices and transformational self-discovery exercises, with Hay House author Sarah McLean and self-inquiry expert Martin Birrittella. Special guest, intuitive Avianna Castro, joins the retreat to share her secrets to awakening and enhancing your intuition. Friday afternoon to Sunday morning, the program includes 2 nights' lodging and all your meals. Find out more here or call (928)204-0067 to reserve your space. From $725 US. |
Time to Meditate!
Develop an unshakable sense of peace - no matter what is going on in the world "out there." Learn to meditate with the Simple, Easy, Every Day Meditation method: an effective, natural practice which will help you live a more creative, fulfilling, and happy life.
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 Ask Sarah
"If you could provide only one piece of advice for people beginning or trying meditation, what would it be?" - Cori
It's okay to have thoughts in meditation. Many people are frustrated that when they try to meditate, because they can't stop thinking. The truth is - you can't stop your thoughts by trying to stop thinking. It's the nature of the mind is to think, just as the nature of your eye is to see.
Meditation is a practice where you train your attention. As you practice regularly, the mind will naturally settle down and you experience the silence that underlies the activity of thoughts and emotions that constantly bubble up. You don't need to completely stop thinking during meditation. Instead, you interrupt your constant flow of thoughts with a silent sound, or mantra, or by focusing on a sensation. Keep coming back to the focus of your meditation when you notice your attention has drifted to something else, and eventually , your mind and body will naturally settle down.
The stillness of the mind is revealed through meditating. This becomes your new normal. Over time, you'll be aware of this clarity and stillness even when the mind keeps going and you are engaged in activity.
If you're new to meditation or are looking for tips to enhance your meditation practice, send your questions about meditation to me at info@McLeanMeditation.com. Put "Ask Sarah" in the subject line. I'll answer you privately and perhaps your question will be featured in an upcoming issue.
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Soul Radiance Retreat
Sedona, AZ
The Soul Radiance Retreat is a one-of-a-kind meditation vacation with Hay House author Sarah McLean where you'll be immersed in meditation and meditation instruction and practices that will help you to reconnect to the deepest part of you.
Reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full potential, and strengthen your soul connection with an essential inner journey.
- Do you want to feel more like yourself?
- Would you like to discover your heart's true desires?
- Would you like some time to really, deeply connect to your inner knowing?
- Would you like to deeply explore your inner realm through meditation?
People who come to attend the Soul Radiance Retreat answer "yes!" to those questions... and they leave the retreat experiencing a new normal: one of peace, self awareness, and responsiveness to life. For more information visit this link or call (928)204-0067.
"I felt completely renewed in only a weekend. I remembered what is important to me, and I got clearer on my purpose in life." - Ellen S., San Jose, CA
"The Soul Radiance Retreat was awe-inspiring and relaxing, and left me in a state of total peace."
- Karin K., Sedona, AZ
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NEW! Virtual and private sessions are also available. Contact us at (928) 204-0067 or 