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Morning Mind Set: Walking Tall

by Jeffrey Klausman

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Meditation
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In this short intention-setting talk, join me in using the strategy of walking tall to release our minds from worry and to live more fully in the present moment. Music by AbstractSuperclass by permission; photo by Tim Foster via Unsplash.

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Transcript

Welcome friends.

In today's morning mindset,

Let's set the intention of walking tall throughout our day and thus fostering an open,

Aware posture in the world.

I've seen so many older people walk with their heads down,

A permanent curvature at their upper back.

When I see this,

I can see a lifetime's habit of walking with their eyes down,

Their backs curved.

At times I see people walking long with their heads down,

Their eyes on the pavement.

Sometimes they are so lost in thought they're muttering some problem to themselves,

Engaged in argument.

Today then,

Let's practice walking tall.

When we consciously extend ourselves upward,

Center the crown of our head above our spine and shoulders,

We open ourselves to the world.

The inner dialogue ceases,

We become aware of ourselves and the world.

We may well find ourselves smiling softly.

So today,

Each time we pass from one environment to another,

From an office to a hallway,

From indoors to outdoors,

Let's raise our heads toward the sky,

Straighten our back,

And pull our shoulders back into alignment.

Then,

Let us walk tall with our eyes aimed high.

In so doing,

We can bring a little bit more conscious awareness into the world.

Have a beautiful day.

Meet your Teacher

Jeffrey KlausmanBellingham, WA, USA

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Recent Reviews

Cathy

August 20, 2025

Inspirational and empowering meditation. Thank you πŸ™πŸΎ

joe

July 24, 2025

have a beautiful day yourself... namaste my friend

James

May 12, 2025

This is a great reminder for me, and will help my self confidence and happiness. What a great message to begin the day!

Barb

December 27, 2024

I love this! Standing tall with your head up and eyes wide open gives so much more opportunity to see and experience this beautiful world. It can’t help but make you feel at peace and put a smile on your heart. Thank you πŸ™πŸ»πŸ’•

Hope

December 26, 2024

Great suggestion to allow our body to affect our mind. Personally, my body is definitely my easiest way in. Thanks Jeffrey!

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