3-Minute Mindful Pause

In the midst of everything you do to support others, who creates space for you to pause?
Spend the next three minutes giving time back to yourself and reflecting on what you need today.
Return to your day with your body a little softer, mind a little clearer, and another reason to take care of yourself.
Background Music By: Juiceanna
Image: Rodion Kutsaiev

Transcript

Invitation to get more comfortable in your seat. Can your feet meet the floor? How can your hands rest? And your shoulders soften away from your ears. Begin to take breaths in through your nose and out through your nose or mouth. With each round, Lengthening your inhale and exhale with a soft pause in between. Feel the breath travel from your belly to ribs and up to your chest as you inhale. And back down towards your belly as you exhale. Listen to the sound of your breath like an ocean's wave. Take two more breaths. With your body a little softer and mind a little clearer, Lower your gaze or even close your eyes as you take time to reflect. Ask yourself, What do I need today? Then imagine yourself taking action to make it happen. And feel the experience in your body as if it was happening right now. Take a deep breath in through your nose and a sigh out through your mouth. When you're ready, Bring gentle movement back into your body. Take your time.