Episode Details

In this meditation, Brother Richard introduces Robert Lax—the poet, mystic and close friend of Thomas Merton—whose quiet spirituality centred on paying loving attention to the present moment.

Drawing on Lax's gentle approach to contemplation, this meditation explores how mindfulness grows not through striving, but through simple awareness. By returning again and again to the senses, the breath and the present moment, we discover that every moment can become a place of encounter with divine grace.

Whether you're new to meditation or returning to your practice, this session offers a peaceful way to cultivate presence, attention and openness to God in everyday life.

Chapters

 00:00 – Introduction: Robert Lax and gentle awareness

01:49 – Opening bell

02:03 – Simply being present

03:16 – Settling into stillness

04:22 – Receiving the present moment as it is

05:16 – Awakening the five senses

06:28 – Returning attention with gentleness

07:45 – Choosing one sense to deepen awareness

09:17 – The present moment as divine gift

10:04 – Resolution for the day

10:22 – Closing bell

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