Recovering the Deep Relaxation Form

The Daily Meditation with Brother Richard · Jan 1, 2026 · 12m

In this episode, I return to the Deep Relaxation Form, the foundational practice that underpins all breath based meditation.

I reflect on why this form was traditionally treated with such care, and why early contemplative teachers believed it was essential to establish deep relaxation before moving further. The ability to return easily and reliably to this state provides stable ground for working with the breath, thoughts and awareness.

Together we return to the body through posture, gentle alignment of the spine, and a simple mantra that reinforces spaciousness and perspective. The emphasis…