You don’t need to rise perfectly.You just need a breath, a pause, and a little bit of light.Whether the sun is out or still hiding, this 5-minute practice invites you to visualize the warmth you need, breathe it in, and let yourself begin again.Perfect for the not-so-morning person, the half-dressed coffee sipper, and the darlin’ just trying to show up — imperfectly, and still beautifully enough.Come as you are.Start where you are.And remember… showing up imperfectly you is more than enough.
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No Place Like Now: A Meditation for the Sunday Scaries
That Sunday night tightness? The dread, the what-ifs, the pressure to be everything by Monday morning?You’re not alone, darlin’.This soft meditation wraps you in breath, warmth, and a little Glinda-the-Good-Witch sparkle — so you can let go of the week ahead, return to the present, and remember:You’ve always had the power.You just needed a reminder.Come back to now. Breathe. Rest.There’s no place like here.
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This Body, This Summer: A Gentle Return to Self-Love
You don’t need to change your body to feel worthy of sunshine, softness, or joy.This meditation is a gentle invitation to come home to yourself — with compassion, gratitude, and grace. Whether you’re slipping into a swimsuit or soaking in the season from your porch, may this be your reminder:Your body belongs — in the sun, in the moment, in this life.Right now.Just as it is.
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Workday Reset: Breathe. Release. Repeat.
This short and grounding meditation is the perfect work break for your mind, body, and soul. Whether you’re at your desk, in your car, or hiding out in the breakroom — this moment is for you. Step away from the stress, soften the noise, and breathe your way back to calm.Because darlin’, even on the busiest days… you deserve to pause.
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This Is Where You Begin: A Meditation for Beginners
New to meditation? Unsure where to start? This gentle, no-pressure practice is for you. Whether you’re fidgety, overthinking, or hiding in the bathroom for five quiet minutes — you’re not doing it wrong.In this beginner-friendly meditation, we’ll throw out the idea of “doing it perfectly” and just focus on one simple thing: showing up.Expect tender guidance, a few deep breaths, and affirmations to remind you that even the not so darlin’ parts of you are worthy of peace.No fancy postures, no silence required — just a moment to meet yourself as you are.Because beginnings don’t need to be graceful — they just need to be yours.
Not So Darlin Tonya, the insightful meditation guide on Insight Timer, presents a variety of meditations, talks, and journaling experiences through Meditate in Style. These sessions inspire and encourage individuals to embrace both the darlin parts of themselves and the not so darlin parts. So, let’s do it in style together!