Hello everybody and welcome to this simple standing meditation.
Standing meditation is one of the most powerful ways to get our minds to slow down.
Think of what our bodies are used to doing when we're simply standing.
We're usually standing in line,
Looking at something,
Or perhaps having a conversation with someone.
We very rarely stand and do nothing.
Standing brings our bodies and minds into alertness.
In this way,
A standing meditation is one of the quickest ways to bring ourselves into the present moment.
It's an excellent way to help recharge your battery.
So let's take a moment to find something which can help you to maintain your balance if needed.
The back of a chair will work well.
And now hold the top of the chair.
Place your feet hip-width apart.
Look straight ahead.
And perhaps you might like to close your eyes halfway,
But not all the way.
Take a few moments to tune into your breathing.
Feel the rise and fall of your belly as you breathe in and breathe out.
And now drift your awareness to the feeling of having your feet on the ground and of breathing.
If you find it hard to focus,
Perhaps you might like to say to yourself,
Breathe in,
Breathe out.
Allow any emotions to be in the room with you.
Simply notice them and accept them.
When your mind wanders into thoughts and stories,
Simply notice them and accept them.
And then gently bring your awareness back to your breath and on the feeling and experience of your body,
Standing still.
I'm going to give you a minute or two now just to rest here in this moment.
Simply focusing on your breathing and your feet on the ground.
Breathe in.
And breathe out.
Becoming aware of your feet on the ground.
And as this practice comes to an end,
Remember that you can do this simple exercise anytime you choose to help recharge your battery.
Take a few more deep breaths into the body.
And when you are ready,
Gently open your eyes.
Be gentle with yourself as you return back to the present moment.
You've slowed down more than you might think.
Thank you for joining me and have a beautiful day.
