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Daily Reflection Meditation: The Examen (Metanoia Part 1)
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- May 23, 2026
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- 680
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Summary
In this meditation, I introduce a new series on Metanoia , a Greek word meaning “a turning towards truth,” a transformation of awareness through reflection and presence. This first step explores the practice of the Examen, a gentle way of reviewing your day with honesty, clarity and openness. We begin by settling into the body and the breath, allowing awareness to deepen. From here, you are invited to look back over your day, not with judgement, but as an observer, watching the events unfold as if on a screen. Through this reflection, you are guided to notice what stood out, the moments that brought positivity, and the areas that felt more difficult or challenging. The practice then invites a simple question: what can be learned? How can you hold onto what was good, and gently let go of what was not? This is not about criticism or perfection, but about awareness, allowing each day to become a place of growth and understanding. This meditation offers a moment of calm, whether you are pausing during the day or reflecting in the evening, helping you develop clarity, perspective and a deeper sense of presence. This meditation supports reflection, self-awareness and personal growth. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 00:20 – What is Metanoia? 00:40 – The Examen practice 01:05 – The bell 01:18 – Entering with awareness 03:00 – Awareness of the breath 03:50 – Breath as light 04:40 – Reflecting on your day 05:00 – Watching the day unfold 05:30 – Noticing what stood out 06:00 – Observing yourself 06:30 – What was positive? 07:40 – What was difficult? 09:10 – What can be learned? 10:00 – Letting go and holding on 11:15 – Returning to the breath 12:40 – Closing bell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.