A Practice For Joy

In this gentle guided meditation, you'll be invited to slow down, connect with your breath, and awaken your senses as you imagine yourself in a place that fills your heart with peace, happiness and joy!

Together, we'll begin with a moment of gratitude, bask in the warmth of the sun, and gently explore the sights, sounds, scents, textures, and feelings that bring you joy. As you reconnect with these simple pleasures, you'll create space for more lightness, presence, and appreciation in your day.

Whether you listen in the morning to begin your day with intention or return to it anytime you need a gentle reset, may this practice remind you that joy is often found in the quiet moments we take to pause, breathe, and simply be.

Take a deep breath... and allow yourself to receive the joy that is already within and around you.

Transcript

If you're able to do this meditation outside or near a window somewhere where you can feel the warmth of the sun If not, You can just visualize. Go ahead and find the space. Get comfortable. Sit up nice and tall. So the air can move easily as you breathe. Just start to settle in. Noticing how as the sunlight touches your skin it comforts you as it warms your body You can feel it on your toes and feet. Your legs, Knees, And thighs. Your abdomen, Chest and neck. It touches your face, You smile, And maybe even giggle a little. And as its warmth and light moves to the top of your head you are reminded of all that you have to be grateful for bringing your awareness to your breath. Observing as the air travels all the way to your belly. And you notice a rise and fall as you breathe in and out. Each one like a breath of fresh air. Now think of a favorite place somewhere that makes you feel happy, Playful, Carefree and imagine yourself there. Taking a look around this place what do you see? Is it day, Night, Early morning? Really picture and notice. The things filling this favorite place of yours. What smells are you noticing? Maybe the scent of a candle or something baking in the oven. Or maybe it's simply just the fresh air. And now what sounds do you hear? Laughter. Singing. Maybe waves crashing. Whatever. Sound it is, Take a moment just to enjoy it. What sensations do you feel on your skin? Beneath your feet. Is there a nice breeze? Maybe sunshine, Rain or snow. Or the touch of a loved one. Now bring your awareness to what you are feeling inside. The happiness, Playfulness, And complete joy that you feel here. How is this showing up in your body? Are you smiling, Laughing, Dancing? Do you feel alive and free? Feel this in your heart and let it radiate through your entire body. Stay here for a little while simply basking in this feeling of pure joy. Keeping this feeling of joy within, Begin to bring your awareness back to your breath. Notice the rise and fall of your belly. Take a few deeper breaths. Wiggle the fingers and toes. You And before opening your eyes, Ask yourself. How can I spread this joy to others today? And bringing your hands to your heart center. May there be happiness in your heart and a smile on your face as you go about your day, Knowing that this joy is always right here. Thank you so much for meditating with me today. Have a beautiful, Joy-filled day.