Lessons in Meditation: Practices, Scripts and Inspiration for Yoga Teachers

GOLD MEDAL WINNER NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS 2026
A gift to yoga teachers everywhere, and Lessons in Meditation is no exception.Sage Rountree
This book belongs in every yoga teacher’s library. Sagel Urlacher
An inspiring and well-organized collection of meditation teachings From Joe Barnett
A true win for teachers and students om Alexandra DeSiato
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This invaluable resource offers everything you need for practising and teaching meditation. Whether you are new to meditation or want to enrich your existing practice or classes, this book will guide you through the essentials and beyond. More than just a book of exercises, Lessons in Meditation is itself a profoundly thoughtful exploration of the reasons why we meditate, the blocks that keep us from healing, and the necessity and joy of coming home to ourselves.

With over 100 themed scripts that draw from global traditions, this book provides inspiration for incorporating meditation into every kind of yoga class in an intentional and engaging way.

Lessons in Meditation is an essential guide for yoga teachers, practitioners, wellness professionals, and anyone who desires a practice that goes deeper and reaches out beyond the yoga mat.

It includes:
100+ meditation scripts that are brimming with beauty and meaning
Experiences that are suitable for all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned yogis
‘Guiding reminders’ for yoga teachers that offer gentle suggestions and tips for incorporating each practice into their classes
Meditation myths and overcoming obstacles to the practice
Different types of meditation: mindfulness, concentration, movement, breath, and more
Evocative imagery and visualisation to bring the practice alive
Benefits of meditation, including greater self-acceptance, stress reduction, courage, compassion, and healing
Permission and encouragement to guide with authenticity and adapt as needed
Timeless wisdom from parables, proverbs, folklore, and mythology
Finding the courage to teach and permission to do things imperfectly
Teaching cues and tips, and a simple checklist to keep handy for yoga teachers new to guiding meditation
Complementary poses to tie into meditation themes
Restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra-themed practices

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