Meditation Is Like Learning to Swim with Stefan Reynolds

About this episode

Stefan Reynolds discusses his meditation journey and the teachings of mystics, emphasizing the importance of stillness and trust.

Stefan Reynolds shares his journey into meditation, beginning at the age of 19 in India. He discusses the significance of places like Bonnevaux, and how the environment fosters a sense of community and tranquility. He also delves into the teachings of mystics, especially Teresa of Avila and John Main, emphasizing the importance of stillness and trust in the meditation process. Stefan highlights how these teachings can guide individuals in their spiritual journeys, likening meditation to learning to swim in the ocean of God.Stefan is leading the retreat Deepening Meditation - Launching Out (12-17 May in Bonnevaux). https://bonnevauxwccm.org/all-programmes/deepening-meditation-2026/Images by Michael Heck and Ben Kerckx (Pixabay and WikipediaSoundtrack by JoshMusic (Pixabay)

People in this episode

Guest: Stefan Reynolds

Topics covered

• meditation
• spirituality
• community
• mysticism
• trust
• stillness

Keywords

• meditation
• spiritual journey
• Bonnevaux
• Teresa of Avila
• John Main
• community
• stillness
• trust

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WCCM

Places: Bonnevaux