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I am Self-Aware Meditation

I am Self-Aware Meditation

Avatar photoby Gia George

posted on April 30, 2017

One of the greatest benefits we get out of meditation is self-awareness. Through this mindful practice, we get to know ourselves on a very deep level. In the meditation video below, I'll show you a few techniques for finding this powerful self-awareness through meditation.

So why would we want to be self-aware anyway?

It can be tempting to avoid ourselves at times, especially when we're feeling down. Our first instinct when we feel discomfort is to avoid it.

So many popular forms of entertainment in the world are aimed specifically at turning off the mind and shutting out the emotions:  TV, movies, sports, novels, alcohol, drugs, sex, social media, and so much more.

We've become so accustomed to tuning out. But the secret to our happiness lies in tuning in.

Researchers say that emotional avoidance is one of the main causes for psychological problems and that feeling bad is actually a good thing. (1)

We can only avoid thoughts and feelings for so long until we explode at inappropriate times or suffer endlessly from insomnia and anxiety because we are denying so much of ourselves on a daily basis.

When we allow our thoughts and feelings to rise to the surface, we actually release the power that they hold over us. Blocking out and denying feelings causes them to build and grow beneath the surface until we are finally made aware of them. If we can just bring awareness to them as they arise, we save ourselves a lot of wasted energy and stress. The sooner we process our thoughts and feels, the sooner we can find inner peace.

So self-awareness has many mental and emotional benefits.

Self-awareness has lots of physical benefits, as well. By getting to know our bodies, we can detect imbalances early on and may save ourselves from diseases or illnesses that could develop if we ignored them.

Additionally, self-awareness helps us boost our health and immunity by discovering what foods and activities best suit our bodies.

Spiritually, self-awareness helps us find the meaning in our lives and helps us discover our highest purpose.

By getting to know ourselves on a deep level, we discover who we truly are: our deepest desires and wishes. This is the guiding force that gives us clarity and direction in life. Without this inner awareness, we may feel lost, stuck, or frustrated with trying to please others but not knowing what it is that truly pleases us.

Self-awareness brings us true freedom because it empowers us to be who we are instead of fitting in with the crowd.

Meditation is one of the most helpful tools for cultivating self-awareness, as we delve into our thoughts, feelings, emotions, and sensations to discover what's there. Learn how in the video above!

Try this meditation next:  Clear stored emotions that hold you back

 

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About Gia George

Gia George is a yoga & meditation teacher, singer-songwriter, sound healer, and spiritual creator. She loves teaching about the chakras and energy healing while empowering others to find their own soul power and inner magic. She creates inspirational videos on her Youtube channel, teaches live workshops, writes and records guided meditations, and creates healing music to compliment her creations. Her highest honor would be to empower others to follow the divine light of their own wise souls.

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michelle carter
michelle carter
4 years ago

I love your stuff Gia – please keep them coming

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Ella
Ella
5 years ago

Thank you Gia!! I had a really bad day today emotionally and you have helped me calm myself. I think your meditation practices are so empowering and soothing. This comes at a time in my life when I am struggling so thank you.

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Deborah
Deborah
5 years ago

This meditation is perfection!!!

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Deborah
Deborah
5 years ago

Thai self-awareness meditation wis perfection!!!! Thank you Gia!!!

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Shannon Cash
Shannon Cash
5 years ago

I am interested in all tgese same things! I started doing yoga at home about 8 months ago and am learning about our energy stores..chakras..thank you for your sharing…NAMASTE

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Vanessa Rainey Sellers
Vanessa Rainey Sellers
5 years ago

This was wonderful. When you started singing it touched something in me and i started to cry. It made me feel so much better…thank you

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Lynn
Lynn
5 years ago

this was amazing…I did it in the middle of my day

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Dvinecreations38
Dvinecreations38
5 years ago

Just meditated felt so wonderful to let the negative thoughts and emotions out, and deliver my positive energy within. Namaste.

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