Walking Meditation with Ana Paredo.
Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to walk with me today.
Walking meditation offers countless benefits for the mind,
Body,
And spirit.
As you walk the path before you with mindful awareness,
You will find that stress and tension effortlessly melt away,
Replaced by a profound sense of peace and serenity.
With each step,
Breath,
And focus attention to all moments,
We release worries about the past and anxieties about the future,
Anchoring yourself firmly in the here and now.
This sense of presence cultivates a deepening connection with your inner self and the world around you,
Fostering a harmonious balance between mind,
Body,
And spirit.
Additionally,
My walking meditation nurtures a heightened sense of gratitude and appreciation for the simple joys of life.
As you become attuned to the beauty and wonder of your surroundings during your walk,
You will renew your energy.
Today,
You will leave and breathe the power of awe,
Which is nothing short of a miracle,
My friend.
During the walk,
As I call your attention to a moment,
You are not just a mere mortal.
You are a part of something divine,
Something infinitely greater than yourself.
That feeling is the essence of awe.
Let me share with you the incredible benefits of experiencing such awe-inspiring moments.
It's like a gentle nudge from the universe reminding you to be kinder,
More compassionate towards your fellow beings.
When you are humbled by the sheer magnificence of creation,
It's hard not to feel a deep connection with all living things,
Fostering empathy and understanding in your heart.
This upcoming moment of awe washes away your worries and fears.
It's like stepping into a sanctuary of peace and tranquility.
In those awe-filled moments,
Stress and anxiety simply melt away,
Leaving you with a sense of calmness and serenity that permeates your very soul.
Awe isn't just about basking in the beauty of the world.
It's also about igniting the flames of creativity within you.
When you are awe-struck by something on your path,
It's as if the universe is whispering secrets of inspiration directly into your ear.
Suddenly,
Your mind is alive with new ideas,
New possibilities waiting to be explored.
This walking meditation focusing on awe-inspired moments orchestrated by your soul will activate your vagus nervus to reduce stress and promote well-being.
Awe moments have been connected to cooling down inflammation by reducing high levels of cortisol,
Enhance creativity,
Promote greater generosity,
Cooperation,
And altruism towards others,
Enhance perception of time,
And it is linked to greater life satisfaction,
Meaning,
And purpose.
Play it fully today.
Begin the walk at your own pace.
Take three deep breaths.
We will play a childhood game during the walk.
It will be fun.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something green.
When you find the green,
Take a meaningful breath.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something growing.
When you find something growing,
Take a meaningful breath.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something beautiful.
When you find something beautiful,
Take a meaningful breath.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something flying.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something generous.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something at the beginning of life.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something inspiring.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A nature sculpture.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A lovely person.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something I can be grateful for.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something in the beautiful shade of blue.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A gorgeous tree.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
An unusual bush.
When you find it,
Take a meaningful breath.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A creative creature.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something with wings.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that takes me to the best memories of my childhood.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A lovely breeze.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
A sign of strength.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that spreads inspiration.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that spreads inspiration.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that inspires me.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that reminds me that I am loved.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Eyes by with the eyes of my soul,
Something that reminds me that the universe is conspiring for my happiness.
Take a meaningful breath when you find it.
Thank you for walking with me.
You can continue to walk and find all moments in your path.
This is Ana Barreto signing off.
