Mindful Paws

Lesson 1: Welcome To Pet Meditation

Lesson 2: Exploring The Benefits of Pet Meditation

Lesson 3: Setting Up Your Space & Addressing Challenges

Lesson 4: Integration & Future Practices

Lesson 5: Meditate With Your Pet - A Guided Experience

Lesson 6: Bonus Guided Meditation: Metta With Your Pet

This course is designed for pet owners seeking relaxation, connection, and enhanced well-being through sharing meditation with their pets.

Lesson 1 introduces the concept of pet meditation, distinguishing it from other meditation forms, and sets the stage for what participants can expect. Ahsa shares her personal journey into pet meditation, inviting students to actively engage in the course.

Lesson 2 delves into the numerous benefits of meditating alongside pets, supported by compelling research. Participants will uncover how pet companionship fosters emotional support, reduces stress, and enhances quality of life, all while strengthening the bond between pet and owner.

Lesson 3 focuses on creating the ideal meditation space for both you and your pet, addressing common challenges and offering strategies to accommodate your pet's unique personality and rhythms. Patience and flexibility are emphasized in this nurturing environment.

Lesson 4 invites participants to deepen their practice, inspired by Rumi’s field of tranquility. Students will explore how to immerse themselves in love and presence with their pets, free of distractions, cultivating lasting peace and connection.

Lesson 5 culminates the experience with a 15-minute guided meditation that integrates all lessons, encouraging participants to mindfully connect with their pets, embrace the bond shared, and express gratitude.

Lesson 6 includes a 20-minute bonus loving-kindness meditation for you and your pet—a chance to support each other in an even deeper way and cultivate compassion, not just for each other, but for all living beings on the planet.

Join us in Mindful Paws as we celebrate the joys of pet meditation, enhance emotional bonds, and cultivate a peaceful coexistence with our pets. Create cherished memories with your pet, all while unlocking the calm within. Snuggle up and begin your path to peace and connection!

A cat named Pumpkin first introduced this meditation teacher, science nerd, and animal lover to the practice of pet meditation nearly 10 years ago.

She taught Ahsa that meditation doesn't have to be serious or even practiced alone; it can instead be a joyful, shared experience. Ahsa has continued to study and refine the practice of pet meditation with her own cats and with people and pets from around the world in her weekly, live pet meditation events on Insight Timer.

Immersed in the transformative practices of yoga and meditation since 2004, Ahsa completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training in 2010 and has taught hundreds of yoga and meditation classes since then.

In addition to her foundational training, Ahsa holds a bachelor's degree in biology and delights in the intersection of meditation and science, often incorporating scientific research into her teachings to enrich her students' experiences.

Through her work, Ahsa strives to create a welcoming environment where everyone can experience the benefits of mindfulness and connection, both with themselves and their pets.

The Mindful Paws course is available exclusively on Insight Timer, the world’s leading free meditation app, home to over 220,000 guided meditations and 17,000 teachers.

Courses on Insight Timer are part of the Members Plus subscription, which costs $59.99 per year or $9.99 per month. However, every user receives a 7-day free trial, allowing you to access Mindful Paws completely for free.

Since the course can be completed in under a month, you can experience the full journey for as little as $10—or free with the trial.

Enroll today to enjoy full-length guided meditations, direct teacher feedback, and a transformative experience for both you and your pet!