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Radio 3 Unwind,08 Jun 2025,11 mins

SeriesTen Minute Meditations - Series 5

Prepare like a pro: Don Macpherson

The Music & Meditation Podcast

Available for over a year

Don Macpherson leads a guided meditation to help us mentally prepare for challenges more effectively. Don is a mind coach with a background in sports psychology who helps us boost confidence and prepare like a pro. The music that soundtracks Don's guided meditation was composed by Laura Jurd and recorded by Laura and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Check out the full episodes of The Music & Meditation Podcast now, the ultimate therapeutic podcast and your self-care toolkit for modern life. Violinist, writer and mum of three Izzy Judd welcomes expert guests to share simple guided meditations, support and advice, all soundtracked by a beautiful mix of classical music. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.

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