Beryl Bender Birch has taught Yoga all over the world. With her husband Thom, they pioneered "power yoga," which they introduced to the traditional athletic community. MEDITATIONS FOR EVERYDAY MINDFULNESS is a spoken guide that is both informative and insightful. The first track explains Birch's concept of "Everyday Mindfulness," which essentially is paying attention and being present, all day and every day. This is followed by "How to Chant Om," detailing the correct form of chanting a mantra. "Pranayama: Conscious Breathing" works on different techniques of breathing meant to enhance individual awareness. "Tonglen: The Practice of Sending And Receiving" helps to adjust the posture over delicate strikes of the gong. Beryl Bender Birch's approach to meditation instruction is one that calls for a closer connection to the present moment and an increased awareness of self. MEDITATIONS FOR EVERYDAY MINDFULNESS is a useful aid in the development of clarity and well-being.