Relax to this Guided Meditation and Accompanying Affirmations. Change your life by first changing your mind!   

Historically and culturally stories are very important. Virtually every group of humans utilize stories to impart knowledge, culture, and values to newer generations. Have you ever considered the story that you tell?

riginating from West Africa, the djembe is a wooden drum dressed in rope and goat hide. Typically it used to alter consciousness by inducing trances. It calms the spirit and reduces stress. 

This is a common drum in drumming circles and meditation practice.  According to the Bambara people in Mali, the name of the djembe comes from the saying "Anke djé, anke bé" which translates to "everyone gather together in peace" and defines the drum's purpose. In the Bambara language, "djé" is the verb for "gather" and "bé" translates as "peace."  The djembe can produce a wide variety of sounds, making it an extremely versatile drum. The drum is very loud, allowing it to be heard clearly as a solo instrument over a large percussion ensemble. 

The Malinké people say that a skilled drummer is one who "can make the djembe talk", meaning that the player can tell an emotional story (the Malinké never used the djembe as a signaling drum).  Music credits:  "Story Of The Djembe Drum" by Robbi HALL Kumalo is licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0 "MRV 01" by niezlycyrk is licensed under CC BY 4.0

Reconnect with the present and live in the now. This is a guided meditation to help you develop your skill of being mindful and present.  It will reduce your stress level,  as well as improve your overall health and well being when practiced regularly. Listen to it each morning to help set your intentions for the day.