Present Moment Relaxation: A Bedtime Poem

Now is an excellent opportunity to let go. Now is all we have. Calvin's short poem is perfect at bedtime to calm the mind by letting go of the past and the future and relaxing into the present moment. Try playing before a more extended silent meditation while in bed and allow the mind to dissolve into sleep.

Transcript

Your left hand grips a heavy sack of memories,

While in your right hangs those things which are yet to come to pass.

You have been carrying these for some time now,

But at last you put them down.

They drop to the ground like big bags of sugar,

Though neither of them are as sweet as the moment you let them go and feel freedom from head to feet.

Unencumbered you flow.

Things go exactly the way they should or would,

Without your resistance blocking your good.

Where are you?

You are in the present.

That's where you are.

Invite others to partake.

Set down your load and listen to the sounds that whatever is around you might make.

Listen.

Listen to the present.

That is a doorway.

That is the way in.

You are the key to your entry.

Empty yourself and begin.

You are the key to your entry.

Empty yourself and begin.

Reviews

Great voice; strong, clear, captivating. He drew me in and kept me focused on his words and the story. It was easy to let my surroundings fade away.

Wonderful voice! Reassuring guidance.
Thank you, Calvin!
Donna