Episode 5

5 Senses Meditation

In this episode, Jyothi V. Robertson shared the 5 senses meditation in which the basic premise of this mindful sensory practice was discussed, and the 5 senses were used anchor us to the present moment.

By being present to our environment through our senses, we sharpen our awareness and decrease our reactivity. So, when we are in an environment where, for example, smell may be overpowering, we can be present to it and not let it take us over.

The ability to allow things to be as they are, embracing our current circumstances with curiosity and without judgment, allows us to live in the moment without all the emotional ups and downs that undermine our overall well-being.

The Journey You Own Online Meditation Gathering is a free sitting meditation session to create a shared, supportive space that brings people from animal welfare together to explore grounding practices.

This one-hour session happens every last Thursday of the month, held online via Zoom. Feel free to join anonymously with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. Attendees register once and can attend any of the monthly sessions. Come when you are able, but we do ask that you keep your microphones muted upon entry, if arriving late.

To register, please visit www.jyo.world/meditation-gathering. We hope to see you in community!

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Jyothi Robertson

Dr. Jyothi V. Robertson is a student of meditation practice for 40+ years and trauma-sensitive grounding practices formally for the past three years. She was raised by parents who practice meditation and lead spiritual teachings for members of their Indian community. She began pursuing her own formal exploration of spirituality as an anthropology major at Princeton University and conducted fieldwork for her thesis while living at an ashram (spiritual center) in India in 1996. As a veterinarian, she is interested in highlighting the spiritual connection between all living beings.

Jyothi has completed certifications in trauma-sensitive mindfulness, advanced trauma-sensitive meditation, deep listening, DEI, and since 2019, has been receiving training in Buddhist meditation practices and philosophy. As a student learning meditation, she is interested in exploring these practices with others in community.