Good morning,
My name is Anna Marie from Heavenly Healing.
Welcome to my breath awareness meditation.
I want you to take a moment to find a comfortable position,
Either sitting down or lying down.
Gently close your eyes and take a deep breath in.
Hold it for a moment and slowly exhale,
Releasing any tension.
Feel your body begin to relax,
Letting go of any stress.
As you settle in,
Allow yourself to be fully present.
Free from all distractions.
Remember,
This is your time.
It's time for you.
I want you now to begin by bringing your attention to your breath.
Notice the gentle rise and fall of your chest or abdomen with every breath you take.
There's no need to control or change your breathing.
Simply observe it as it is.
As you inhale,
Feel the cool air entering your nostrils,
Filling your lungs with beautiful,
Crisp,
Fresh energy.
As you exhale,
Notice the warmth of the air as it leaves your body,
Carrying away any tension present.
If your mind starts to wander,
Gently acknowledge the thought and then bring your focus back to your breath.
Remember,
It's natural for the mind to wander.
Each time you return your attention to your breath,
You're practicing mindfulness and thereby strengthening your ability to stay present.
Now,
Focus on the sensations of the breath.
Notice how your body moves with each inhalation and exhalation.
Feel the rhythm of your breath,
Like the air and the flow of the ocean.
Imagine each breath as a wave gently washing over you,
Bringing such calm and such peace.
As you continue,
Allow your breath to become your anchor.
When thoughts,
Emotions,
Or sensations arise,
Simply notice them without judgment and then gently return your focus to your breath.
Let your breath guide you back to the present moment again and again.
Spend a few more moments here now,
Just breathing.
Feel the simplicity,
The tranquility of being fully present with your breath.
Allow yourself to sink deeper and deeper into this calm,
Knowing that each breath is a moment of renewal,
A moment of peace.
Take a final,
Deep breath in.
And as you exhale,
Release any remaining tension from your body.
Gently begin to wiggle your fingers and your toes,
Slowly,
Gently bringing awareness back to your body and your surroundings.
When you're ready,
Gently,
Slowly,
Open your eyes and carry the sense of calm and presence with you as you move through the rest of your day.
Thank you for joining me.
Namaste.
