Take a break for a 15 Minute Guided ZEN Meditation

Well...talking about meditation doesn't help. You have to give it a try. My favourite form of meditation is part of the Zen practice. Thus I asked my Zen Master Hinnerk Polenski to share it with us live on camera. Just give it a try and see how it works for you. Meditation is a gift to your brain, body, emotion and soul 🙏🏻
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[@oxenfree6192]

"Do this 25 minutes in the morning. If you have no time, 45 mins." So many people desperately need to hear this.

[@aaronmaloney8282]

I'm sort of new to meditation , & im so amazed at how effective it is . wow !

[@ricardo_gfo5174]

Yes i loved it!

[@salt_provider4824]

I brought a mala bead. (What he's wearing) and meditate until i finish the whole Mala. I never look at the time or time myself.

[@jesusmister364]

so bluddy true haha

[@gz6148]

The time is coming where looking inward and going into seclusion will hurt us more than benefit us. When the world around you is starting to come down, are you going to hide inside yourself and tell yourself everything you want to hear, or try to make a change? I also ask myself this question, yes meditating and taking a break for a while is fine, when it leads to 2+ hours, I believe it is wasting time, not because it is not giving results, but because there are more important matters at hand, and of course you know that. What would happen if all us meditated and hid from ourselves? Would it make the world better? Or would we be ignoring reality changing and its upcoming changes believing we are making it better by... doing nothing and keeping the mind still free from worries, even though those worries will come back because reality hasnt changed for the better? Theres a time for action, and theres a time for stillness.

[@sebastianlara503]

Bruh I feel at peace just seeing these guys so peaceful

[@thiliniw]

Exactly. They are so serene.

[@NorseCode.81]

What does bruh mean ?

[@mehwishowais9793]

Same!!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@fp-ko7vg]

They radiate light

[@te9591]

@@NorseCode.81 it comes from Southern/African dialect. Like the name Bruh Fox or Bruh Rabbit.

[@TeraMangala]

It's so hard to forget pain, but it's even harder to remember sweetness. We have no scar to show for happiness. We learn so little from peace.

[@christophmagnussen]

True! Keep going, keep practicing. That's the only way

[@lauralunaazul]

❤🙏🥰🥰🥰

[@33rdStreet]

In this discordant world it takes a soul on a most raging, jagged stream to seek out the sweetest respite which is presence and meditation.

[@dlymbouris]

I think maybe that's because the ego and sense of self is strengthened with pain.Whereas the ego tends to soften and yield when there is happiness and peace.

[@angusmacgyver]

@Agata Rembelska In my experience you are right. Don't try to run away from the unpleasant feelings and emotions. Meditate and focus on them. This has helped me first with panic attacks and the with tinnitus.

[@universalhologram7266]

Hands down the best meditation guide I have found. I have been occasionally coming back to this video for about 6 months now. It has helped me so much. Thanks for sharing!

[@danpenia219]

I'm doing it every day and writing it on a chart. If I don't do it I must pay $5 to a friend (It's a behavioural technique to build habits). I hope it helps!

[@christophmagnussen]

Wow, thank you!

[@ktynn]

Same vibes here!!!

[@MetabolicBrain]

I am really enjoying these guided meditations with Master Hennrik. Please, anytime you can give us more, it’s so appreciated. I plan to use this daily at 5:30 am…back on track with my practice. 👏✌🏼

[@g121176]

@@christophmagnussen is there a video that lasts 1 hr?

[@acecrane3933]

Even their voices are peaceful.

[@RioRav]

"Silence.. Silence.." *Goat bleats loudly* "Wonderful silence.." lol

[@Cube_Ernator1077]

The goat was ending his meditation! lol

[@uncleusuh]

That silence he’s describing is not related to outside world. It’s his mind being silent. No nonsense muttering.

[@AngelOne11]

I didn't even hear the goats. When I do Zazen, Sounds are just that. They have no label. I don't attach to them or fight them. They come and they go, like my thoughts. May you be able to taste the sweetness of Zazen 🙏🏻

[@beratsamil]

I felt like I've been in another world for 15 minutes. I love it

[@FolsomBluesPrison]

2:41 Me during a smoke session when one of the boys says something profound...

[@blackcorp0001]

The world needs more meditation and less greed and anger and jealousy

[@AngelOne11]

Please do more of these meditations with this master. His voice and technique is amazing. Gassho 🙏

[@bennyc409]

I meditate daily, sometimes guided, sometimes not, but I always come back to this video multiple times per week. It's just the most peaceful, tranquil thing in existence. Thanks heaps for the video Chris and Master Hinnerk!

[@christophmagnussen]

Thank you for checking back in from time to time...we might have some plans for the future 👀

[@Alley19972012]

I cant understand what you are saying, but I wanted you to know that your meditation video with Zen Master Hinnerk changed my life immensely. I listened to it nearly everyday for almost 2 years and I still come back to it now. If it wasnt for you I wouldnt have been able to find such a helpful tool in meditation. Buddhism and meditation are a major part of my life now and I would like to add that you played a big part in that. So thank you for being you.

[@bluebum7408]

That's pretty badass. The one which helped me many many years ago was "A Guided Meditation on the Body, Space, and Awareness with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche". Check it out you might enjoy.

[@christophmagnussen]

Dear Ally thank you so much for being so open and sharing this comment here. This means a lot to me since as a creator it's about touching one person at a time and if that happened here with you this means a lot to me. Thank you so much and it also is a good reminder for myself to keep going with the meditation practice. Have a fantastic weekend 🙏

[@amikamusicofficial]

How perfect was the timing with the cowbells in the end? wow! I do this meditation very often and it works very well for me. After the meditation I say a prayer, write down in my gratitude journal and I start the day. I wish everyone a great day full of abundance, blessings and peace.

[@kawa17]

for a constantly stressed out / anguished person such as myself, meditating to the rythm of his speech really feels amazing & peaceful! thank you🙏🏻

[@thewayihandleit]

'when you go deep noises become sound' beautiful

[@christophmagnussen]

Right? :D

[@pandalilpig]

There is profit in all labor and work is blessing

[@johnjohnson7092]

Absolutely blissfully articulated words

[@vlogafter3054]

So calming. I was in fight or flight for 3 days straight. This really balanced my energies.

[@jposco]

Fight or flight is the worst. Be well.

[@saraelb5680]

Living in the present moment is the hardest thing to achieve

[@aylincakmur4758]

Whether you say it is hardest thing to do or not hardest thing to do, you’re both right! You create what you think. It just need practice just like anything else

[@haido4116]

Once you realize you can’t get away from it then it gets easier

[@irreduciblerascal]

For a brief second I thought the guy in the brown robes was Alan Watts 😆

[@brandonmcalpin9228]

*Alan Watts deep belly laugh*

[@katypopa9235]

Best meditation video ever.

[@mariacharalambous6573]

I could listen to this man speaking all day! Wonderful meditation.

[@ricardo_gfo5174]

Yes right? His voice is so calming and really gets you in the state of meditation.

[@PlantbasedRooster]

I always return to this one. Thank you from the uk.

[@johnkennedy3970]

I`ve tried a lot of guided meditations...this is by far the best I`ve found

[@sweetchinmusic3]

Namaste, I am grateful that the ancient wisdom of INDIA and Hinduism ( yoga and meditation) is being appreciated and adapted all over the world now...

[@Helios601]

He reminds me of Alan Watts and Eckhart Tolle. Brilliant.

[@xdrivejan]

Me too :)

[@_ClearConscious]

You’re truly limitless. All our joys and pain come from the mind. Love yourself first so you can conquer this world while being yourself! ❤

[@brummyboywhispers6]

Meditating along with this video is perfect, brings so much clarity in the morning before starting my day. Namaste Everybody.

[@industrialdonut7681]

I love what he says at the end too, to take back your time for yourself, and then for others

[@coyote8543]

Thank you!!!!!

[@mysqaidshasadate]

This has changed my day and I’m going to apply this on a regular basis. This is what the world needs among our busy lives.

[@barriemacfarlane]

A wonderful meditation by a gentle person,unlike some offering polish but constant chatter.

[@flagshipbuilds]

Start of meditation at 1:01

[@tokyojerry]

Living in Japan, the 'heart-and-soul' of Zen buddhism, et el, I need to research more on Zen meditation and get into the habit of trying this out.

[@edgepixel8467]

I think you should, indeed.

[@DaysChallenge-fx8xc]

Meditation made me feel nothing but silence what I always wanted to feel. Thanks a lot😊

[@minecaster3717]

They invite a deeper understanding

[@NikitaShinde-kd9ly]

His voice is hypnotic ✨

[@sabaaa3119]

Zen meditation needs to be fully conscious and complete awareness , the breathing is just to support the awareness , this is a beautiful relaxation session .

[@christophmagnussen]

Very true words! Thank you

[@jeanmlauture370]

In the silence GROW everything is good

[@Traun7771]

His voice is amazing, thank you for that meditation.

[@christophmagnussen]

You're very welcome

[@kubricksghost6058]

I like how he talks with such measure and grace. A sharp contrast to corporate life.

[@roguishowl3915]

This was an amazing experience, I will definatly start practicing his method. What a pleasure to see this.

[@pauldykstra6054]

Chris I come back to this video over and over. Thank you. I find it very peaceful.

[@MrSIMONno7]

I enjoyed this 15 MIn Zen Med. Hinnerk should do more english speaking Meditations!

[@NigelHyphenJones]

Unfortunately, all the meditations on his YT channel are in German. Unless you speak German, there is no point in subscribing to his YT channel. Hence the reason he has only 14k subscribers. 🙏

[@lauralunaazul]

I love him, he is so calm. The way he moves he's hands, his voice, he's so relax in his body. Thank you, this helps me a lot.( I wish he do it the 25:00 guided meditation, he s talking about at the end, so I can go deeper ) Thank you Christoph 🙏💜

[@nirnechushtan3612]

By far the best meditation guide I've found, His voice is so calm and peaceful. Thank you for this video Christoph, watching this every morning.

[@solitaryman6]

Watching him talk was meditative enough

[@kaybrown7946]

Most calming voice, thank you, the exhalation is the master!

[@erfho8y]

This would have been bliss listening too even if there was no talking at all. This ambience of the surrounding is absolutely delightful!

[@Darkboy2525]

Namaste, thank you Master Polenski. I send you peace and love from the Netherlands.

[@danpenia219]

Thank you Alan Watts

[@hande7533]

Can't thank you two enough❤, God bless you🙏💐

[@lauralunaazul]

I love how poetic he is :)

[@john_air]

these guys are literally jedi masters love you guys hahahaha

[@AaronIsaak47]

Iv’e used many meditation methods over the years and I just want to say thank you for the video, it is one I return to often, Hinnerk Polenski has a beautiful presence and calming and genuine vibe that takes me too a very serene balanced place when I follow this technique in the morning. I like the student/master dynamic in this video everything is on point and it works well. danke schön from New Zealand.

[@PSG81]

Just found my cure to insomnia. Thank you

[@venkatakrishnaprasathtv6077]

These masters are rocking it, making it so simple

[@leradicideglialberi]

He is fantastic! Watching his videos helped me many times! I like him because he looks so peaceful and he is zen but he looks also like a druid or something like that. As a western person I find easier to follow meditation with him

[@JaniceMarieSingleton]

Thank you so much for this beautiful enlightenment. Peace, and ongoing Blessings to you and your loved ones for perfect health and perfect peace.

[@christophmagnussen]

Thank you for watching Janice!

[@clauschargoy9906]

Love you guys!! Now you are important part of my day!! Please more videos in english. Hugs from Mexico!!!

[@danielleanderson8601]

Wow most intense meditation definitely my favorite 🤍

[@passivemind-meditationmusi6352]

Thank you for sharing this positive energy!

[@VenusLover17]

The best meditation/ relaxation I have ever experienced

[@petarumiljanovic5321]

The most powerful, kindest, most beautiful presence! What an inspiration, Thank You !!!

[@Itsnegar]

I love how peaceful it is 🌠😌

[@sharg7205]

its so beautiful, i cracked crying for all i have carrying lately and this.... this was incredible

[@livvielov]

I have done this twice today and I feel like this meditation is going to be a favourite 🙂 thank you so much for sharing this

[@reddogswy]

I channeled your guru during my Meditation class today. He was sitting right beside me

[@cheapshic]

i love how it amuses him when he says to use this waiting for coffee or a meeting...

[@alantraa5751]

My body was so much at peace and relax that I began drifting off out my body.

[@nater9340]

Beautiful! I am so grateful to have found this meditation and I'm am blessed to have been able to share in this practice!

[@RaPtOrScOpE1]

Thank you Christoph. And to Master Hinnerk as well. Through meditation i am able to wash away my stress and work on my past as well. Blessings to you both.

[@andyturnbullguitarteacher]

One of the best guided meditations I’ve found on KZbin! Thank you for sharing

[@kevintangney1849]

Very peaceful. My body kept slouching as I tried to follow along.

[@Technics_Trader]

That’s exactly what I was doing I felt so deep in this meditation

[@kalpnasingh6921]

Very calming meditation thank you very much feeling very grounded

[@christophmagnussen]

Thank you

[@Haunted_Ham365]

This is my favorite, I've been using this meditation for months and it has really helped me learn to focus my energy in a gentle way. Thank you so much! 😻😽😻😽😻😽😻😽

[@JohnDoe-ex1qn]

I've come back to this video many times now. When I am anxious, or can't find it in me to have a good sit, Master Polenski helps me through. Thank you Christoph for sharing

[@MindfulExplorations-op7bg]

Just what I needed today, "Thank You" 🙏☮ 😊

[@voiceofvision7]

I loved 🥰 this meditation! Thank You 💚

[@melodieland1451]

Thank you so very much for posting this meditation. I have been trying to practice Zen zazen for awhile now. It is extremely difficult . This type of guided meditation is very helpful as I continue with my practice. Much appreciation.

[@fignath]

amazing! i am really greatly for finding and trying this out 🙏

[@nickcacuick5652]

Thank you for this Christoph and Hinnerk 🙏🏻

[@christophmagnussen]

Thx Nick :-)

[@susanraeglass2436]

This found me at exactly the right time!

[@emaralex840]

I am the luckiest person today I have tried so many meditations this is by far the best. Amazing just amazing!

[@christophmagnussen]

Thank you!

[@sunglam3248]

I have been watching this video since 2 years. I feel relaxed listening and attempting meditation while playing this in the background.

[@dadwaal8599]

Also start listen osho u will feel more relax

[@mahdita12]

this is really good, thank you so much Master Hinnek.

[@PrinceDVII]

I really enjoyed it and felt more present after. Love the timing of the bell at the end. Magical monent🙂

[@amandasteven1400]

this helps immensely... and i find it especially nice without BACKGROUND music which seems to accompany most guided meditations on KZbin? kudos to Christoph

[@deepa0706]

Been doing this for a week now.. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@DragonSlayer617]

Oooooooooommmmmmmm🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️

[@snowy8077]

This is incredible. Beautiful.

[@ionics378]

Followed along while watching the full sturgeon Moon.

[@passivemind-meditationmusi6352]

This was beautiful. Thank You.

[@patrickbfreeman]

beautiful guided meditation ..thank-you so much !!!

[@joecataneo6676]

When you go deeper.. Noises become sounds 🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@ehname1]

I've been using this video to meditate for 4 years. I have a lot of trouble meditating - some would say that's part of the practice - but this is one of the few mediations I have been able to stick to over the years. now I have it bookmarked so it's there as a prompt to meditate whenever I sit down at my computer.

[@christophmagnussen]

So happy to read that 🙏 but also try Hinnerks channel as well there are so many variations and different exercises. It’s worth it 🧘‍♂️

[@forrestwheeler916]

This meditation i enjoyed ,thank you .I feel inner piece

[@Mt-kd8gl]

thank you. bless you

[@kittywampusdrums4963]

Breathing is fundamental and I've taken my practices further after joining Drukama tradition. I love emptiness meditations but I think it's hard for some other people to settle down enough to benefit from doing it without having authentic guidance.