Podcast
Peace & Mind
Hosted by Alma Ayon · EN
Strategies for comprehensive well-being through meditation, creativity and emotional balance. You will find topics related to Psychology, Buddhism, Neuroscience, Art, Sustainability, Yoga, Interviews, and more, with Alma Ayón, certified teacher of Meditation and Emotional Balance. Who, after studying architecture and painting, began a search that led her to study a master's degree in psychology, and courses on Buddhist philosophy, to make several retreats in Asia in the Tibetan, Theravada and Zen traditions. She teaches international courses and retreats in art, meditation and Buddhism.
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How to Use Artificial Intelligence Ethically
2w ago00:09:09Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we reflect on the paradox of artificial intelligence: how the same tool can either help us or destroy us. We talk about ethics, the Buddha’s teaching, and the responsibility to use technology with wisdom. We consider how to support the collective good and take responsibility for the small, concrete decisions through which the future is also shaped.Suscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzSupport: https://contemplarte.org/en/donate/More tools: http://contemplarte.org/enhttps://linktr.ee/almadharmahttps://almaya.substack.com/connectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArtX: https://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonBuy me a coffee: https://www.kofi.com/alma
Transcribe →Stop living in Autopilot: How Art and Meditation Helped Me Reclaim My Life
3w ago00:07:58Tap to summarizeThis is a quiet reflection on mindfulness, slow living, meditation practice, art, awareness, and the courage to live with intention instead of habit.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, creatively blocked, or caught in the rush of everyday life, this video is an invitation to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself.Topics in this episode include meditation, living with awareness, inner freedom, creativity, simple living, contemplative practice, and reclaiming your life from autopilot.Suscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzPrints for salehttps://alma-ayon.pixels.comOriginal watercolors for salehttps://www.etsy.com/mx/shop/AlmaYaeliArtOrder a watercolorhttp://ko-fi.com/alma/commissionsWebsite Watercolors and notebooks:https://illustrations.ayon.mehttps://linktr.ee/almailustraSubscribe to the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34Q0riFOQ4RxP2d6UTutorialsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonSupport: https://contemplarte.org/en/donate/More tools: http://contemplarte.org/enhttps://linktr.ee/almadharmahttps://linktr.ee/almailustrahttps://almaya.substack.com/connectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.yaeliFB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArtX: https://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonBuy me a coffee: https://www.kofi.com/alma
Transcribe →A Mother’s Day Meditation for Tired Moms
4w ago00:06:43Tap to summarizen this guided meditation for tired and overwhelmed moms, I invite you to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself.This Mother’s Day special is a gentle space to release stress, soften the body, calm the mind, and reconnect with a sense of inner peace. If you’ve been holding a lot, giving a lot, and feeling mentally or emotionally exhausted, this practice is here to offer you a few minutes of rest, presence, and care.This meditation is for any mom who needs a moment to slow down, let go of pressure, and remember that she also deserves tenderness, space, and calm.Suscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzSubscribe to the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34Q0riFOQ4RxP2d6USupport: https://contemplarte.org/en/donate/More tools: http://contemplarte.org/enhttps://linktr.ee/almadharmahttps://almaya.substack.com/connectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArtX: https://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonBuy me a coffee: https://www.kofi.com/alma
Transcribe →Sketching in Nature & Bringing Spring Into My Creative Space | Studio Makeover
May 700:10:27Tap to summarizeI spent some time sketching in nature and letting myself slow down, just observing small details and being present with what I was seeing.Later, I brought that same feeling back with me and started refreshing my space, making small changes to invite a bit of spring indoors. This turned into a gentle art studio makeover, reshaping my environment to feel more calm, light, and inspiring.This video is a glimpse into that rhythm, where sketching, walking, and creating all blend into one quiet, mindful flow. Suscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzPrints for salehttps://alma-ayon.pixels.comOriginal watercolors for salehttps://www.etsy.com/mx/shop/AlmaYael...Order a watercolorhttp://ko-fi.com/alma/commissionsWebsite Watercolors and notebooks:https://illustrations.ayon.mehttps://linktr.ee/almailustraTutorialsPatreon: / almaayon support: ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/almaSubscribe to the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34...connectInstagram: / alma.yaeli FB / almadharmaart https://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: / almaayon Buy me a cofee: https://www.kofi.com/alma
Transcribe →Sketching by the Lake in South Lake Tahoe. Quiet Days
May 100:16:55Tap to summarizeA slow journey from South Lake Tahoe, visiting Emerald Bay and Angora Lakes while spending time sketching in nature.This episode follows a quiet journey through these landscapes, where I pause to observe, walk, and draw what I see. Sketching becomes a way of being present with the environment rather than trying to capture it, allowing the experience of place to unfold naturally. A gentle slow living diary of days spent in nature—moving between water, mountains, and stillness, with the sketchbook as a companion for attention and presence.Suscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzPrints for salehttps://alma-ayon.pixels.comOriginal watercolors for salehttps://www.etsy.com/mx/shop/AlmaYaeliArtOrder a watercolorhttp://ko-fi.com/alma/commissionsWebsite Watercolors and notebooks:https://illustrations.ayon.mehttps://linktr.ee/almailustraTutorialsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonsupport: ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/almaSubscribe to the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34Q0riFOQ4RxP2d6UconnectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.yaeliFB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArthttps://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonBuy me a coffee: https://www.kofi.com/alma
Transcribe →One Week Camping at Fallen Leaf, LAKE TAHOE | Watercolor Sketching, Slow Living | Part 1
Sep 200:09:37Tap to summarize🎨 Watch the playlist for the upcoming videos of the series here: [insert playlist link]🌿 Join my newsletter for updates and inspiration: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzJoin my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonI spent a full week camping by the quiet shores of Fallen Leaf Lake in Lake Tahoe, surrounded by pine trees, fresh mountain air, and the rhythm of nature. During those slow days, I sketched, painted watercolors, and allowed myself to settle into the simple pace of outdoor living.This video is Part 1 of my camping and sketching series — a glimpse into my days by the lake, where art, nature, and reflection naturally blended together. More videos from this trip are coming soon, and you can find them all in my Travel Playlist.If you enjoy slow living, mindful travel, watercolor sketching, and reflections on life, I think you’ll feel at home here.🎨 Watch the playlist for the upcoming videos of the series here: [insert playlist link]Every week we have Group Session, where we meditate together, share and answer questions, online on ZoomJoin my Patreon to gain access: https://www.patreon.com/almaayonSuscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzSubscribe to the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34Q0riFOQ4RxP2d6UMore meditationshttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKuIINnfIDIZh3DZvpzGpQ-jntbe4qVqnand tools: http://contemplarte.org/enhttps://linktr.ee/almadharmaJoin our community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/267286877290530connectInstagram: [https://www.instagram.com/alma.](https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_)yaeliFB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArtX: https://x.com/AlmaAyonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon
Transcribe →What Truly Defines a Dharma Practitioner? (It’s Not What You Think)
May 30, 202500:05:06Tap to summarizeIn this short episode, I explore a powerful teaching from the Lamrim tradition that outlines the three levels of Buddhist practitioners: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. But what really makes the difference between them? It’s not knowledge, technique, or even time—it’s motivation. Whether you're just starting to meditate or have been on the path for years, this reflection invites you to reconnect with the why behind your practice. Let’s return to the heart of Dharma and explore how motivation shapes our entire spiritual journey.Every week we have online group for guided meditation, talk and discussion. Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457Subscribe to the newsletter:http://eepurl.com/bMFtmzYou can also see these recordings in video format on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/c/AlmaAyonArtMeditationsMore meditations and tools: http://contemplarte.org/enJoin our community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/267286877290530connectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.ayon/FB https://www.facebook.com/contemplarte.orgTwitter: https://twitter.com/AlmaAyonSupportPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/almaayonKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alma
Transcribe →Record Your Life in a Sketchbook | Creative Journaling
Mar 4, 202500:06:00Tap to summarizeRecord Your Life in a Sketchbook, with Drawings, and Writing ✍️✨ Transform every moment into a meaningful experience through creative journaling. A sketchbook is not just a place to capture ideas but a powerful tool to observe more mindfully, connect with the present, and express your creativity without judgment. Drawing and writing help you capture emotions, landscapes, and memories in a unique and personal way. Whether in a café, on a trip, or during your daily life, each page becomes a reflection of your inner world. 🌿📖 Explore, create, and let your sketchbook tell your story. Learn Step by StepHave access to all my tutorials on drawing, watercolor, abstract painting, articles, meditations, list of materials, behind the scenes, recommendations, etc. Join me on Patreon.com/almaayon
Transcribe →2024 Recap, Resetting for a Transformative 2025
Jan 2, 202500:10:24Tap to summarizeLook back at your year and celebrate the meaningful moments. Close a cicle and keep the lessons you learned. Receive the New Year 2025 with an open heart. Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Prints for sale https://dreamlike.us/prints/ Original watercolors for sale https://ko-fi.com/alma/shop Order a watercolor http://ko-fi.com/alma/commissions Website Watercolors and notebooks: https://dreamlike.us INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/almawatercolors Tutorials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon support: ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alma Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/168Yo34Q0riFOQ4RxP2d6U connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alma.dharma_ FB https://www.facebook.com/AlmaDharmaArt https://x.com/AlmaAyon Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon
Transcribe →Meditation: Deep relaxation 8 MIN | Mindfulness of breathing, 5 sensory fields, Presence
Dec 12, 202400:08:10Tap to summarizeExperience deep relaxation in just 8 minutes with this guided meditation focused on mindfulness of breathing and the 5 sensory fields. This session will help you cultivate presence, reduce stress, and promote inner calm. Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a moment of peace, this meditation guides you through breath awareness and sensory mindfulness to enhance your well-being. Use this quick meditation to reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and find balance in the present moment. Ideal for relieving anxiety, improving focus, and achieving a state of deep relaxation.
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