Today this meditation speaks to finding peace amidst uncertainty.
Life can be challenging.
It can be turbulent.
We go through moments and chapters of calm and ease and then equally we have times of trouble and turbulence.
This meditation can hopefully help you in those times.
Let's begin.
Life is turbulent but your mind doesn't have to be.
Let the waves crash against your shores,
Slip through the cracks,
And wash over your back.
You'll still be here when the tides turn.
Do not resist the churning waters that beat against your walls.
Let them pass through you,
Under you,
And past you.
Your mind is an open door.
Let it all in,
Let it all out.
You don't need to control the chaos.
You just need to outlast it,
To weather the storm.
You'll still be here when the tides turn.
Ride the wave.
Tomorrow is another day.
Tomorrow is always another day.
This too shall pass.
Peace is not the brief moment between hardships.
Peace is acceptance.
The chaos visits,
The chaos leaves,
And when it does,
You'll still be here.
Now,
Close your eyes.
Notice your breath.
Bring attention to the exhale.
Bring focus to the inhale.
Take a deep breath in,
And as you exhale,
Release any tension or worries.
Allow yourself to fully embrace this moment.
Embrace tranquility,
Inner peace.
Imagine yourself standing on a beach.
Feel the soft sand beneath your feet and the gentle rhythm of the ocean waves.
The sun is setting,
Casting a warm golden glow over the horizon.
While you gaze out at the vast expanse of the sea,
Feel a sense of calm,
Serenity washing over you.
Take another deep breath in.
Take another deep breath in.
Imagine a light entering your body,
A soft,
Soothing light.
This light brings you peace.
This light brings you tranquility.
Feel it.
Let it flow through every cell,
Bringing a sense of deep relaxation and inner harmony.
Allow this light to guide you on your journey,
A journey which takes you closer to peace,
Letting you find peace amidst a cloud of uncertainty.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
Let go of any worries,
Any fears you may have about the future.
Be present.
Be here.
Be now.
Be in this.
Embrace the peace,
Presence that is offered in stillness.
Know that you have the strength and resilience to walk through any challenges that come.
Trust in self.
Trust in your ability to find peace even during this moment of uncertainty.
Because a moment is all it is,
All it ever will be.
All it ever will be.
Just a moment,
A flutter on the surface whilst beneath the calm lies.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
See a gentle breeze,
See it blowing through palm trees that line the beach.
Hear the soothing rustle of the leaves,
Feel the coolness of the breeze against your face,
The familiar warmth of the sun upon your skin.
Allow yourself to be present,
Allow yourself to be in this moment.
Fully connect,
Allow peace,
Allow tranquility.
Let it surround you.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
See a small boat anchored offshore.
Step into it.
Be in the boat.
Feel the gentle bob,
The gentle rock.
Let it carry you out into the calm of the ocean.
Gently into the cool waters.
Feel the gentle rocking motion of the boat,
Cradling you in its comforting embrace.
Let go.
Surrender.
Surrender to the flow of the water,
Trusting that it will guide you to a place of peace and serenity.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
Gaze into the clear water.
See yourself in the reflection.
See the reflection of the warm colors of the sunset.
What thoughts are coming up?
Observe them.
What worries are floating to the surface?
Observe them.
They're there.
They aren't you.
No need to embrace them.
No need to attach to them.
Let them gently float away,
Like the froth on the seashore.
Let it break away as the waves come in and as the waves go out.
Breathe.
Allow yourself to be present.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Free yourself from the burdens of uncertainty.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
Allow this moment.
Connect with your breath.
Feel its rhythm.
Feel the energy it brings to your body.
Inhale.
Exhale.
Inhale.
Exhale.
Inhale peace.
Inhale calm.
Exhale.
Inhale.
Exhale tension.
Exhale anxiety.
Allow your breath to be the anchor,
Attaching you to the seabed,
Grounding you in the present,
Allowing you to be in this moment.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Just breathe.
As we come to the end of this meditation,
Take a moment to express gratitude for this time of inner peace and reflection.
Know that you can return to this place of tranquility whenever you need to find solace amidst uncertainty.
Breathe in this moment.
Breathe.
Let go.
Breathe.
Slowly begin to bring your awareness back to your present space.
Wiggle your fingers,
Wriggle your toes.
And when you're ready,
Gently,
Slowly,
Open your eyes.
Carry this found sense of peace and inner calm with you throughout your day,
Knowing that you have the power to find peace within.
It's a choice.
Choose peace.
Choose calm.
And with your breath as your anchor,
Be present,
Be here,
Be now.
Let go.
And remember that this too shall pass.
Allow peace even in the face of uncertainty.
