Meditation as a Path to Transformation
Meditation is more than a practice—it is a path of transformation, a way to shift the mind and open the heart. As you engage with these guided meditations, you are not just listening; you are actively participating in your own healing journey. Each breath, each moment of awareness, is a step closer to awakening your true self.
Whether you are seeking inner peace, emotional healing, or a deeper understanding of your spiritual nature, the meditations in this library offer a doorway to transformation. They invite you to explore the vast landscape of your inner world, to let go of old patterns, and to embrace the limitless possibilities of your soul’s journey.
Guided Meditations
Pathways to Healing and Insight
The Practice of Yes guided meditations are grounded in the traditions of Vipassana or Insight, and Mindfulness, but also draw from a vast array of spiritual teachings, including Stoicism, Skepticism, Pyrrhonism, Kabala, Sufism, Christian mysticism and Gnosticism, Advaita Vedanta, Kashmir Shaivism, Zen, Dzogchen, and various Theravadan schools, among others. These meditations aren’t original creations but instead honor the wisdom of these diverse spiritual traditions, including those from teachers who don’t adhere to any specific tradition. Recorded live during interactive sessions, the focus is on engagement and spontaneity, rather than polished, professional production. Each meditation encourages deep acceptance, surrender, and presence, reconnecting listeners with inner peace.
In these experiences, I guide clients into stillness, allowing them to explore their inner landscapes without judgment or resistance. This space fosters profound personal transformation, rooted in ancient teachings and the simple practice of saying "Yes" to whatever arises. Though based on age-old spiritual practices, the meditations come alive in each unique session, blending guidance and authenticity to help participants deeply connect with the present moment.
An Ongoing Resource for Growth and Healing
Guided Meditation is an ever-expanding resource, continually growing as new guided meditations are created and added. It is a place you can return to again and again, whether for daily practice or during times of transition and challenge. These meditations are here to support you, to offer guidance, and to help you reconnect with the peace and wisdom that are always available to you.
I encourage you to explore the library at your own pace. Choose the meditations that resonate with where you are on your journey, and allow each session to deepen your connection to yourself and the universe. In these moments of stillness and reflection, you will discover that the healing you seek is already within you.
Published Works & Media
A Journey of Exploration and Insight
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2006: Essay – The Ugly American in Iraq
In this essay, I explore the intricacies of moral injury and the deep wounds inflicted by war, both on the individual and collective consciousness. Through this lens, I examine the human capacity for both destruction and compassion, inviting readers to reflect on the role of empathy in the midst of conflict.
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2011: Memoir – God Is Not Here
God Is Not Here is a personal journey into the heart of war, trauma, and the search for meaning amidst suffering. In this memoir, I delve into my experiences in Iraq, exploring the ways in which trauma shapes our understanding of morality, humanity, and the divine. It is a call to awaken to the deeper truths of existence, to recognize the sacred in even the most difficult of circumstances.
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2015: Anthology – War and Moral Injury: A Reader
As a contributor to this anthology, I explore the profound psychological and spiritual impact of moral injury—how the wounds of the soul manifest in those who have experienced the moral complexities of war. Through this work, I aim to bring greater awareness to the healing potential that lies within, even in the face of unimaginable suffering.
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2018: Dissertation – A Compassionate Nudge
In A Compassionate Nudge, I explore the intersection of compassion, psychology, and personal transformation. This work is rooted in the belief that gentle, intentional actions—nudges—can lead to profound changes in our emotional and spiritual lives. It is an invitation to embrace compassion not only as an act of kindness toward others but as a powerful force for personal healing and growth.
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2019: Essay – After Moral Injury
This essay continues the exploration of moral injury, examining the ways in which individuals can heal from the deep psychological and spiritual wounds left by trauma. It offers practical insights and reflections on how we can cultivate resilience, empathy, and forgiveness in the face of moral injury, and how this healing can extend beyond the self to impact the broader collective.
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