Tending the Heart~

Practices for Difficult Times

There are times when our hearts feel heavy—weighted by burdens, worry, or grief. In these moments, life can feel too hard, too overwhelming. When we are in states of despair, disappointment, or heartache, we often retreat into old patterns—patterns of fear, anger, or shutting down. We disassociate, feeling as though the pain is too big to face.

But it is precisely during these times that our hearts need gentle protection, space, and time to heal.

In this 90-minute workshop, you will learn three simple yet powerful practices to soothe, protect, and bring the heart back into balance. Each can be practiced on its own or woven together as one complete heart-centered meditation.

✨ Sama Vritti (Equal Breathing):
You’ll be guided through this Tantric Pranayama practice, known for cultivating calm, balance, and focus through steady, equal-length breaths.

🫶 Hridaya Mudra with the Bija Mantra YAM:
Also known as the Heart Mudra or Tibetan Heart Mudra, this hand gesture works with the energy of the heart chakra (Anahata). When paired with the bija mantra YAM (pronounced “yum”), it becomes a powerful tool for emotional healing, helping you reconnect with compassion and the ability to give and receive love.

🌟 Golden Zipper Meditation:
This gentle, intuitive meditation was gifted to me by my guides. It offers a sacred space for the heart to release its burdens and restore inner peace. Simple yet profound, this practice helps shield the heart from overwhelm and invites deep balance.

Let this workshop be a loving reset for your heart—one breath, one gesture, one moment of lightness at a time.