Meditation ResourcesCounseling Center

This page features meditation resources and programs available through the Counseling Center. For a comprehensive overview of meditation offerings and resources at Gustavus, visit the Gustavus Meditation page.

Meditation Chair

We have a meditation chair by SolTec Lounge. This chair uses sound, vibrations, and magnetic field stimulation technology to induce a meditative state when in use.

You can schedule a 30- or 60-minute meditation chair session by following this link to self-schedule. Alternatively, you can call our front desk or visit our office to schedule. At the time of your scheduled appointment, please check in at our office (JSU 204) a few minutes before your scheduled time. Let us know you’ve reserved the meditation chair, and we’ll assist you in getting settled.

Sensory Space

Our Sensory Space (which includes our meditation chair) has various items and technologies to help students find new ways to relax, meditate, self-regulate, increase or decrease external stimuli, and/or enhance their wellbeing. For more information, visit our Sensory Space page.

Live Guided Meditations

The Counseling Center partners with the personnel in the campus library and Office of the Chaplains to lead guided meditations during Sabbath on Tuesdays and Thursdays (11:30 - 11:50 am). Tuesday meditations are held virtually and Thursday meditations are held in the Bonnier Multifaith Center (in Anderson Hall). Visit the Gustavus Meditation page for more info.

Paraliminals

Check out our Paraliminals page. These audio tools are designed to help your nonconscious mind learn new ways of responding to common concerns college students face. Problem topics include anxiety management, relaxation, motivation, procrastination, and self-esteem.

Creating Mindful Moments

Creating Mindful Moments is a workshop that the Counseling Center offers throughout the year. Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally observing, describing, and participating fully in reality non-judgmentally, in the moment, while being skillful. When you practice mindfulness, you are able to experience more awareness of the present moment, which can lead to increased focus, fulfillment, and flexibility to change. For further information about our groups and workshops visit our Groups & Workshops page.

Listen to Guided Meditations by Rebecca Wing: