Five stars! Loved it, thank you

As someone who's been meditating for a few years, I've always struggled to get my wife interested in the practice. She'd humor me sometimes, but could never really get into the whole "mindfulness" thing. That is, until I discovered this audiobook.
I'll be honest, when I first heard the title, I was a little skeptical. Meditations specifically for couples? Sounded a bit too cheesy for my taste. But I was desperate to find something that would finally click with my wife, so I decided to give it a shot. Haha, am I glad I did!
From the moment we hit play, we were both immediately drawn in by the narrator's soothing, velvety voice. It's like she was guiding us on this intimate journey of rediscovering our love for each other. The meditations themselves were awesome – deeply vulnerable, yet incredibly grounding and safe. I’ve done some versions of a couple of them at conscious festivals and with therapists and knew them to be powerful- some of them were completely new though.
But just to say that what started as my attempt to get my wife into meditation quickly became a profound leveling up of our entire relationship. These meditations had us opening up about our deepest desires, fears, and hopes for our partnership in a way that felt totally judgment-free. It reignited that raw, unfiltered intimacy that we'd been missing for years.
But beyond just the romantic aspect, my wife has already began to see the benefits of meditation seeping into other areas of her life. Her job stress has started melting away, and she has been finding herself handling family drama with way more patience and presence.
Suddenly, the woman who used to roll her eyes at the mere mention of mindfulness was the one motivating us to meditate together regularly! It has become this sacred ritual that we both genuinely look forward to, a chance to press pause on the chaos of life and just be present with each other.
At the risk of writing an essay I just wanna add the production quality is top-notch, the narrator's voice is like audible silk, and the meditations themselves are profoundly transformative. If you're looking to take your relationship to new depths of intimacy and connection, or even just get your partner into meditation, this audiobook gets my full five stars. Get it- you won’t regret it.

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a great guide to change for better relationships

This is really aimed at people who want to make a positive change, but don't necessarily even know the basics about meditation, but it is advanced enough to get anyone grounded in the moment, to look at their own behaviour and to be more understanding about your partner, without falling into the usual kneejerk game of blame and resentment that can create so much strain in even the best relationships, from baby steps into becoming more focussed on being in the moment, being more compassionate and learning how get past your programmed set of responses to achieving harmony in a relationship, it is pure gold, because it is very practical. You don't need some guru level of knowledge of esoteric philosophy, it is plain and practical with no mumbo jumbo. Juanelle Louise Holl has a marvellous steady calm almost hypnotic voice, and you will be guided through the process in an almost effortless way, all that is required is the desire to go along. I am sure you will appreciate the rewards as will I.

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Meaningfully

After years of being single and struggling to even land a second date, this audiobook has been a total game-changer for my love life as a forty-somethings year-old single woman. The meditations have helped me ditch my walls and open myself up to real vulnerability again. On second dates, I've been using them as a tool to create a safe space for rapidly going deep with new partners. We peel back layers together through the intimate prompts, seeing our true selves in a way that's been profoundly bonding. The narrator's soothing voice sets the perfect tone for dropping our guards and connecting meaningfully. I finally feel empowered in dating and ready for a radically intimate relationship!

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AMAZING

Juanelle takes you on a journey of 18 different forms of meditation. By her thoroughness and verbiage, you can tell she is experienced.

Her goal is to help meditation smoothen stress and anxiety, help with relaxation, as well as use meditation as a way of intimate communication.

I definitely worry when a author narrates their own work, but when you have a voice as soothing and beautiful as Juanelle's, it works.

Well done Juanelle, great book, great narration

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Really Nice Work

i am definitely putting into practice all what i have learned in this book i did not know how powerful meditation can be and this does not just apply for relationships you can use it in almost everything in your life to make better decisions. i love it

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Great for married couples

Although I'm a happily married man, sometimes I long for a more profound connection with my wife, especially when work and everyday duties get in the way of working on the relationship. This is why I decided to get this book and it hasn't disappointed. Would recommend 100% to married couples and to people in relationships in general.

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beautiful narration

The writer and narrator draws you in with her calm voice.
The meditations are explained clearly and the benefits outlined.
Very relaxing to listen to. I hope to put these into practice.

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A well-written guide for couples

It is captivating to listen to and paced very well to follow along with a partner. The narrator spoke clearly and was a joy to listen to. It was a pleasure learning from this author. I highly recommend this guide for anyone!

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Heals and deepens relationships

Navigating the often turbulent waters of relationships requires not just love but also tools to deepen connection and intimacy. "Meditations for Couples: For Radical Connection and Intimacy" by Juanelle stands out as a profoundly impactful tool that promises to revitalize relationships through guided meditation.

The audiobook contains a comprehensive set of 18 guided meditations tailored for both beginners and experts. What makes this collection unique is the ease with which Juanelle guides listeners, accompanied by thoughtful pauses that allow couples to reflect individually or together. This approach caters to different meditation experiences and relationship dynamics, making it highly versatile.

Overall, "Meditations for Couples" is a treasure trove of resources for any couple looking to enhance their relationship through mindfulness and spiritual practices. Whether your relationship is facing challenges or you simply wish to deepen your connection, this audiobook offers valuable tools that promise significant transformation.

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Loved it ❤️

As a single dad getting back into dating, I was a bit rusty at the whole intimacy thing - emotional and physical. This audiobook has been a game-changer! The meditations are all about stripping away your walls, learning mindfulness and being present with your partner, and opening yourself up to vulnerability in a healthy way. I've only done a few so far with a few dates, but I already feel more self-aware and ready to let someone in without my usual guards up. I can't wait to experience these with a new partner and go on the journey of reclaiming intimacy together. The narrator's calming voice is the cherry on top.

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