Well, Vairtere, here’s what I think.

Daily 30–40 minute practice (integrated)

Setting (1–2 min)
Find a quiet seat. Short intention: one line (e.g., “For clarity and compassion”). Light a candle or place a small object if helpful.

Taoist grounding (5 min)
Body scan + natural breath: inhale calmly through nose, exhale gently. Feel weight, contact with ground. Imagine breath circulating down to dantian (2–3 fingers below navel). Slow, natural breathing — no forcing.

Dhyāna / Zhàn — seated meditation (15–20 min)
Posture: upright spine, relaxed. Hands in lap or on knees.
Two-phase method:
a. Stabilize (first 5 min): follow the breath at the nostrils or abdomen to collect attention. If distracted, return gently.
b. Open awareness (remaining time): shift from focused breath to spacious, non‑reactive awareness of sensations, thoughts, and sounds — note and let go. No elaboration; rest in present moment.

Tantric/devotional element (5–8 min)
Deity/aspiration practice (secular version): visualize radiant light at the heart or imagine embodying an awakened quality (wisdom, compassion). Repeat a short mantra or phrase 6–12 times (e.g., “May I be awake; may others be free”). Synchronize each repetition with the breath. End by dissolving the image into open space.

Dedication & short movement (2–3 min)
Dedicate the merit briefly: one sentence intention for self and others. Do 8 slow, mindful stretches or a short walking loop if space allows.

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If space allows? Oh, I’ll find a way, or … do it my way, ahem. Thanks.