The Art of Guided Meditations with Kelly Smith [Episode 248]

Our guest, yoga teacher Kelly Smith, was a Savasana-skipper before discovering the subtler aspects of yoga. Now, she teaches meditation and Yoga Nidra almost exclusively! Today she shares her personal story as well as tons of fantastic tips. We cover: What to do if your mind is racing during Savasana or meditation. The pros and cons of guided versus non-guided meditations. Are "guided" meditations a crutch? We end with her shortlist on how to create (and teach fantastic!) guided meditations for your students, family or friends. If you want to create meditations or start meditating, this episode will inspire you! --- Kelly Smith is an E-RYT 500, YACEP, founder of Yoga For You, and host of the iTunes chart topping podcast, Mindful in Minutes. Kelly believes that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to yoga and meditation and cultivates an environment that empowers her students to listen to their bodies, explore their personal practice through more than just yoga poses, and to find joy and gratitude for the life they have. Kelly specializes in one-on-one yoga and meditation teaching/training and unique workshops and retreats for students of all levels, and mentors yoga teachers who are ready to grow their practice and thrive in their teaching. Special Guest: Kelly Smith www.yogaforyouonline.com instagram @yogaforyouonline Creator & Host: Brett Larkin http://www.brettlarkin.com/ New yoga series ELEMENTAL all about the lower 4 chakras: www.brettlarkin.com/elemental Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper www.zmcmusic.tumblr.com Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com Support the Show: Please consider leaving us a rating or review on iTunes! Not sure how? Follow the steps at www.sivanaspirit.com/review Use code TAKE25 for $25 off anything in your shopping cart at SivanaSpirit.com – new customers only