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Meditations for a New Earth

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Although I have been practicing meditation for decades, I still find it helpful to listen to guided meditations occassionally, and have a number of instructive CDs by various teachers. This CD set is an excellent addition to my library, one I will return to often.

First of all, Kim Eng has the perfect voice for guided meditation. It is smooth, calm yet alert; she articulates each word with fluidity, effortlessly, and uses pauses naturally with perfect timing. Often meditation speakers attempt to be too slow or too relaxed; not so here. Ms. Eng is a gifted speaker.

The material presented is extensive. The "meditation on the breath" is the foundation of Ms. Eng's meditation techniques and is a common meditative method. Preceded by brief introductions by Ms. Eng and Eckhart Tolle, this is the first one on CD #1. This guided meditation is mostly helpful for 'beginner level' meditators, or those who have been using a different meditative technique (such as mantra, conceptual, chanting, etc.). Next, Kim guides one effectively and thoroughly through an "inner body meditation," which will be helpful to beginners as well as more experienced meditators. Unique to Eckhart Tolle's teaching is Ms. Eng's "a meditation for dissolving the pain body." As Tolle readers know, the pain body is a unique and important concept of his teachings and something that many have grappled with for understanding. My only criticism with Ms. Eng's presentation is here, where she attempts to explain Tolle's teaching on this subject; her attempt feels slightly awkward. But that doesn't impact or spoil the meditation in any major way, and listeners/meditators will no doubt find this meditation useful in expanding upon their understanding of the concept.

There are ten mini-meditations that one can use on the fly day in and day out and are extremely helpful. The meditation on nature is wonderful, and will help the listener/meditator experience the outdoors in new ways.

This is a very worthwhile CD set, especially for the beginning meditator, and those who are Eckhart Tolle devotees. Even the experienced meditator will find material of value herein.

The two CDs are great. Kim's voice is smooth and calm- very enjoyable to listen to. I think the mini-meditations have helped me the most - just to remember to stay present in all things. Also, the meditation that deals with the pain-body is very good. I highly recommend Meditations for a New Earth for anyone who needs help in accessing the NOW.

Kim Eng's excellent two-CD set is a fine compliment to Eckhart Tolle's written or televised teachings. Eckhart seems to cover a great deal in his works, including the subjects on this CD set, but in a literary manner that I often interpret in my own, comfortable way. Kim can take me right to my pain-body in her meditation on that subject. Her voice really suits this work, as others have noted. There is a selection called 'A meditation for entering sleep consciously' which is truly wonderfull; I emerge from sleep feeling refreshed and more aware after listening to this the night before.
This is very usefull stuff: a dozen guided meditations plus informative introductions by Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng. If you've been reading a lot and have a lot of words buzzing arround in your head, take a break and catch this buzz - you'll bee here now!!

Excellent introduction by Eckhart Tolle, really spends 10-15 minutes breaking down his concept of meditation that sets the tone for Kim Eng.
She has a voice that is soft yet easy to follow. The meditations promote stillness and the variety allows me to select different types of meditations to experience a freshness that produces great quality. The first of many to follow.

Being a huge fan of Eckhart, his philosophy, his books, CDs, etc., I decided to try Kim Eng's "Meditations For a New Earth" CD set. In the beginning, Kim's inflections took some time to adjust to, but soon enough I found myself playing her CD every night while laying in bed before sleep. I have yet to reach the end of either of her CDs before ... ZZZZzzzz

While falling asleep is not the intended purpose of meditation CDs, and hardly constitutes "meditation," I find that I sleep better and wake up more relaxed when I fall asleep to one.

I have also played them on occasion when doing housework or other activities, and I like the awareness I am absorbing about how any daily activity can become a "meditation" when you bring Presence to whatever you are doing. Anything that brings more Presence to life, is, in my opinion, worth its weight in gold.

I intend to use her CDs for more formal meditation sessions (sitting upright without distraction) as well as driving in my car. I highly recommend them.

Kathleen M. Diehl, author of "The Collective Awakening" The Collective Awakening: Messages Along the Path of Awareness

Kim's voice gently and clearly guides you to experience meditation. While traditional meditations focus on objects such as mantras, candles, etc., these meditations, in a unique way, use objects encountered in normal waking activities: eating, driving, and more. Eckhart's introduction helps you understand that meditation is a learning path to presence. As meditation teaches you how to be more present in everyday activity, you might not need it anymore at some point. Mini meditations while brushing teeth, driving your car, etc. inspired me to think about other short meditations I could come up with myself to better enter presence. I find this material very helpful and a great practical guide for how to bring Eckhart's teaching into everyday life.

Since listening to Kim Eng's "Meditations for A New Earth," I'm able to concentrate on my job without needing to jump out of my chair every few minutes. Just to sit at my desk for a couple of hours at a time feels like some kind of "new me"! I feel more - what's the word? - PRESENT, solid, together, or something. Whatever it is, it's good!

Kim's voice is very pleasant to listen to. She leaves beautiful spaces between her words, just enough time for my mind to wander a bit before she gently guides me back to the breath or inner body. There's no music in the background, just the soothing combination of silence and the sound of her voice.

If you've had difficulty sustaining a present moment awareness, Eckhart Tolle's DVD, "Awakening in the Now," and Kim's CD are a perfect combination to help turn your attention to the Now more often and to sustain it longer, too - a highly recommended combination!

Eckhart has done it again. His fame is more than well deserved, and this CD set is is another success. Listening to it not only puts you in an altered state without trying, it is like diving into the most refreshing pool one can imagine. Highly recommended. If humans can truly evolve, spiritually, it should be said that Mr. Tolle has contributed significantly to that occurence.

This 2CD set is just okay. I don't like the chimes between meditations. I found some parts boring. Maybe if you are a follower of Eckhart Tolle it would make a difference. Kim Eng has a very soothing voice.

For the past several weeks I have been learning breathing, meditation, and guided imagery in preparation for spinal surgery.
I now have six CDs. I purchased this (set of two) because a friend recommended Eckhart Tolle. I believe that response to various voices and practices may be highly personal. These two CDs are OK but are not favorites for me.