Good morning.
This practice helps you to centre your mind,
Elevate your mood and encourage positive intentions for the day ahead.
It's perfect for morning routines.
Gratitude in the garden helps you start the day with a clear open heart and a sense of peaceful appreciation.
Welcome to this meditation,
Where we will focus on cultivating gratitude and connecting with the healing energy of nature.
As we step into the day,
Let's take a few moments to centre ourselves,
Appreciate the present and embrace the beauty that surrounds us.
Begin by finding a comfortable position.
Whether you're sitting or lying down,
Allow your body to relax completely.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose,
Feeling the fresh air fill your lungs.
Slowly exhale through your mouth,
Letting go of any tension.
Take a few more breaths,
Each time allowing yourself to become more present in this moment.
Now,
Imagine yourself standing at the entrance of a beautiful garden.
The sun is rising,
Casting a soft golden glow over the vibrant flowers,
Plants and trees that surround you.
As you step into the garden,
Feel the ground beneath your feet,
Warm and solid.
Notice the gentle breeze that carries the sweet scent of blooming flowers and fresh earth.
In this peaceful garden,
You are completely safe,
Supported and nurtured by nature.
Everything around you is alive with energy and beauty.
Let yourself fully arrive here,
Knowing that this space is a sanctuary for you to reflect,
Be present and find joy.
As you walk through the garden,
Take a moment to appreciate everything you see.
Notice the colour of the flowers,
Vivid reds,
Gentle yellows and calming blues.
Feel the warmth of the sun on your skin and the gentle rustling of leaves in the trees above.
Each part of the garden offers something unique and beautiful.
With each breath,
Begin to feel a deep sense of gratitude for the natural world around you.
Acknowledge the life and growth in the plants and trees,
The beauty in the delicate petals of the flowers and the calm that the earth provides.
Allow your heart to open as you think about the simple yet profound gifts that nature offers.
Now bring your attention inward.
Just as the garden is abundant with beauty,
Know that you too are part of this cycle of life.
Take a moment to reflect on the gifts you bring to the world.
Think about your unique qualities,
The kindness you share and the strength you possess.
Feel gratitude for yourself,
For all the ways that you show up for others,
For the love you give and for the resilience that has carried you through challenges.
Acknowledge the beauty of your being,
Just as you would appreciate the flowers,
Trees and sky in the garden.
You are part of this magnificent world and you deserve to be nourished by it.
As you continue to stand or sit in the garden,
Take a few moments to repeat these affirmations silently or out loud.
I am grateful for the beauty and peace that surrounds me.
I appreciate the abundance in my life and I welcome more of it.
I am thankful for my strength,
My health and my ability to love and give.
Each day is a gift and I approach it with gratitude and grace.
I honour the earth and all the blessings it brings into my life.
Feel these words resonate deeply within you,
Planting seeds of gratitude that will grow and blossom throughout your day.
As we begin to close this meditation,
Take one final deep breath in,
Inhaling the fresh morning air and slowly exhale,
Feeling any remaining tension dissolve.
Bring your awareness back to the present moment,
Knowing that you can return to this peaceful garden of gratitude whenever you need to.
Gently wiggle your fingers and toes,
Stretch your body and when you feel ready,
Open your eyes.
Carry the feeling of gratitude with you as you move through the rest of your day,
Knowing that this energy will guide and uplift you.
Thank you for taking this time to connect with nature and cultivate gratitude.
Namaste.
