Welcome to this mindfulness practice on finding ease in the body.
Let us begin our mindfulness practice by finding a comfortable position,
Whether seated or laying down.
Be sure that you are warm and won't be distracted for the next few minutes.
Take a few deep breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.
Allow your body and mind to begin to relax.
Notice that the inhale is cool and notice any sensation that releases with your exhale.
As you settle into your position,
Bring your attention to your body.
Notice any areas of tension or discomfort and allow yourself to release any holding or tightness in those areas.
Utilize your inhale to send your breath and create space and openness in any areas of tension or discomfort.
Releasing and allowing ease and deep relaxation to enter your body.
Coming back to your breath again,
Noticing the inhale and exhale slowly and deeply.
Receiving and letting go.
As you breathe deeply,
Repeat these positive phrases silently to yourself.
I am at ease in my body.
I now release tension and stress.
I am present in this moment.
I am at ease in my body.
I release tension and stress.
I am present in this moment.
Allow these phrases to sink into your consciousness.
I am at ease in my body.
I release tension and stress.
I am present in this moment.
As you continue to breathe,
Repeating the positive phrases,
Bring your attention to the sensations in your body.
Notice the areas of your body that feel relaxed and comfortable.
Look for these places of ease and allow yourself to sink deeper and deeper into that feeling.
And now bring your attention to any areas of tension or discomfort in the body.
Without judgment or criticism,
Simply observe these sensations with curiosity and openness.
Breathe these areas,
Allowing your breath to bring a sense of release and relaxation.
As you continue to breathe and observe your body,
Bring your attention to the present moment.
Notice the sounds,
The smells and the sensations that you can experience.
Allow yourself to be present in this moment without judgment or distraction.
Inhaling slowly and deeply through the nose and exhaling fully through the mouth.
Exhale and let go.
And as we do,
Let's repeat these positive phrases silently to ourselves.
I am at peace in this moment.
I am present in my body.
I am open to the experience of the present moment.
I am present in my body.
I am open to the experience of the present moment.
Repeat these positive phrases,
Allowing them to sink into your consciousness.
Notice that the inhale is cool and the exhale is warm.
Notice the path the breath takes through the nostrils to the back of the throat and down into the lungs,
Expanding and moving the ribs apart,
Moving the ribs together again.
Notice the sensation of the inhale and the exhale as a receiving and a giving away,
As a taking in and a letting go.
I am present in my body.
I am at peace in this moment.
I am open to the experience of the present moment.
I am present in my body.
I am at peace in this moment.
I am open to the experience of the present moment.
Beginning at the soles of the feet,
Dropping your awareness down and gently scanning upwards,
Noticing any remaining tension or stress that may exist.
Now,
Enter these spaces and open them up,
Creating spaciousness and ease.
Notice your entire body relaxed,
Loose and light.
I am at peace in this moment.
I am present in my body.
I am open to the experience of the present moment.
Remember that this feeling is always available to you and can bring a sense of peace and calm,
Even in challenging times.
Thank you for joining me in this practice of mindfulness and ease in the body.