Birgitte Kristen
2 Seasons
Birgitte Kristen took her Training at YogaWorks in 1992 and started teaching full time in 1993. Since 2004, she has been teaching 200 & 500 Hour Teacher Trainings and led retreats both nationally and internationally. Birgitte has studied with many great teachers including, Erich Schiffman, Lisa Walford, Maty Ezraty, Rod Stryker, Richard Miller, Rolf Sovik, and Gary kraftsow.
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36:39Episode 1
30 minute Sanctuary
Episode 1
Create a safe place and tune into your inner body with this restorative practice that's perfect to practice before meditation, or if you feel overwhelmed, stressed or anxious. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 1 strap
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17:29Episode 2
20 minute On Your Back
Episode 2
Refresh your energy with this gentle sequence done entirely lying down on your back. It's perfect for the days when your energy is low. Recommended props: 2 blocks
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20:26Episode 3
20 minute Prep for Yoga Nidra
Episode 3
Ready your body for yoga Nidra meditation in this quick stretchy class that will help quiet your mind. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket
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06:57Episode 4
5 minute Finding A Comfortable Seat
Episode 4
Learn the best ways to get comfortable for a seated mediation and the different touch points on the body to focus on to facilitate a deep practice. Recommended props: 1 chair, 2blankets
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05:31Episode 5
Breath In The Body Meditation
Episode 5
Practice this short meditation using breath awareness. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair
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5 minute Deepen Your Attention with Breath
Episode 6
Our breath is always there for us. It's our ally and our friend. Cultivate attention on your breath in this short meditation. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair
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05:43Episode 7
Centering Meditation
Episode 7
This is a simple meditation to center yourself and become more present. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair
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12:26Episode 8
10 minute Body Scan
Episode 8
Consciously let your body relax as you bring your attention from the outside world in with this great entryway into meditation. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 1 blanket, 1 chair
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04:39Episode 9
Meditation On Sound
Episode 9
Let the sounds around you come and go in this short meditation. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair
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05:35Episode 10
5 minute Compassionate Body Scan
Episode 10
Connect with kindness, caring and compassion in this short body scan. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair
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05:47Episode 11
Metta Meditation
Episode 11
Reduce pain and anger, and cultivate love and kindness towards those around you in this short meditation. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair
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07:58Episode 12
10 minute Gratitude Meditation
Episode 12
Cultivate a deeper sense of appreciation and gratitude with this short meditation. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 chair
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10:30Episode 13
10 minute Meditation for Athletes
Episode 13
Create focus and a sense of inner calm with this meditation designed with athletes in mind. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 chair, 1 blanket
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11:55Episode 14
10 minute Yoga Nidra - 31 Point Meditation
Episode 14
Embrace stillness with this guided 31-point Yoga Nidra meditation. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 bolster
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12:14Episode 15
10 minute Conscious Relaxation
Episode 15
Practice diaphragmatic breathing and body sense that allows you to turn your attention inward for a mindful meditation practice. Recommended props: 1 chair, 2 blocks, 2 blankets
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5 minute Easy Stretch - Preparation for Meditation
Episode 16
Prepare your body for the restful and mindful state of meditation in this quick class that will take you through a series light stretches.
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10:45Episode 17
10 minute Meditation to Relieve Anxiety
Episode 17
Release the stressors in your life and find a better sense of inner peace in this supine meditative practice. Recommended props: 1 chair, 1 bolster, 2 blankets.
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08:24Episode 18
10 minute Meditation on the Breath
Episode 18
Use counting to track your inhales and exhales in order to sense the rhythm of life in your breath to enter a deep state of meditation.Recommended props: 1 block, 2 blankets
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08:05Episode 19
10 minute Meditation on the Spine
Episode 19
Sense your tailbone, sacrum, lumbar spine, thoracic spine and cervical spine as you inhale to extend and exhale to release all the negative thoughts and stressors of your day. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 block
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10 minute Relaxation Through Diaphragmatic Breathing
Episode 20
Use diaphragmatic breathing to turn your attention inward and cultivate a sense of peace and mindfulness via your meditation practice. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 2 blankets
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12:09Episode 21
10 minute Meditation on Breath with Mantra
Episode 21
Focus on the touch points of your body and use the mantra Soham (I am, I am that I am)'So as you inhale, ham as you exhale' to find your center. Recommended props: 2 blankets, 1 chair
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15:33Episode 22
15 minute Mind Body Restore
Episode 22
Even a short restorative practice can give you added energy and a feeling of calm and peace. Recommended props: 1 block
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15:48Episode 23
15 minute Heal Yourself
Episode 23
You'll be amazed how much better you feel after only 15 minutes with this short and effective restorative class. If you don't have blankets, use beach towels. If you don't have a bolster, use a thick cushion. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 blanket, 1 bolster, 1 strap
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15:33Episode 24
10 minute Restore
Episode 24
Restorative yoga is perfect for the days when you feel tired or overwhelmed. Even 10 minutes can give you energy, calm and peace. Recommended props: 1 block