Take 5 – Breathe, Relax & Let Go

Take five minutes to slow down, breathe, relax and let go with this calming 5 minute meditation for stress relief, relaxation and a peaceful mental reset.

Perfect as a quick mindfulness break during a busy day, this short guided meditation helps you step away from screens, work, people, pressure and overthinking. Gentle breathing and simple present-moment awareness invite you to calm your mind, relax your body and reconnect with yourself.

If your thoughts wander to everything you still need to do, simply return to your breath, the soothing sound of rain and my calm British male voice. There is nothing to achieve and nowhere else you need to be for these five minutes.

Use this quick meditation whenever you need a work break, screen break, midday reset, stress relief, breathing exercise or a few peaceful minutes to unwind, feel grounded and let go.

Take 5. Breathe. Relax. Reset.

Let me know in the comments if you enjoy these 5 minute meditations or if you prefer a different length.

Transcript

Hey, How are you doing? How's your day going? Whether it's a good day or a challenging day, It's always a good idea to take five and to really slow down. Especially if you're on screens all day or working with people all day. So let's just take five. Settle in. And close your eyes if you like. Take a couple of deep breaths in your own time. If that feels good, Really breathe in deep. And then you could try a nice long, Slow exhale. It's good to let the body relax as you exhale. And then begin to bring your attention within feeling the breath. Feeling the breath as it flows all the way in and feeling the breath as it flows all the way out. You can just breathe naturally. Or breathe a little deeper if you like. It's up to you, Whatever feels good today. You can also use this background sound of the rain to keep you present to help you tune into this moment. As you listen to the rain. As you listen to my voice. That the body becomes stealth. Becoming heavy. And relax. The breath flowing comfortably. Just noticing the breath all the way in. Noticing the breath. All the way out. It's a wonderful feeling to just be still. To breathe. To notice. And just to let everything else go. As you're resting here, Maybe thoughts of the day keep coming into your mind. Or your mind is pulling you away to. . . Things you've got to do later. That's okay. That's very normal. Each time you notice your mind has wandered. Bring it back to the breath. Kindly, Gently. To tune in to the simplicity of now. Everything a little quieter now. A little more peaceful, A little more relaxed. Now just rest quietly. For a little while longer. I'm sending you peace. I'm sending you love. And I'm sending you happiness for the rest of your day.