Journey through the seasons.
As you sit or lie comfortably in your chosen position,
Reflect for a moment on the season or time of year you are in right now.
The seasons offer us an opportunity to connect with nature and the rhythm of life.
While you practice your relaxation,
Ensure you have switched off all electronic devices.
If you can,
Do the relaxation in nature,
Sitting or lying comfortably outside.
If this isn't possible,
Think of the nature around you,
The earth beneath,
The light from the sun or moon.
Gentle energy from a light breeze or powerful energy from a strong gale.
Wherever you are at right now,
Reflect for a moment on this season.
Now we are going to travel through each of the seasons,
Drawing in the qualities as we journey from spring to summer,
Late summer,
Autumn and then winter.
We often have a favourite season,
But that means we risk overlooking the energy and beauty of the other seasons.
So please give each season your full and undivided focus,
As if honouring each one for the first time.
Imagine the burgeoning energy and soft light of spring.
As if nature is taking tentative steps after the long hibernation of winter.
This is the time of year when seeds begin to grow,
Flourish and release tiny shoots of new life,
Full of optimism and hope.
Imagine in your mind's eye a seed beginning to crack slightly,
To allow for a shoot to find life.
Spring is the season for new projects and to nurture and nourish ourselves as we awaken to the beauty of life.
As we awaken and grow physically,
Emotionally and mentally.
Your seed begins to take root,
Anchoring itself to the earth,
Gathering nutrients and unravelling towards the sun and heavens.
Now feel the warm sun beginning to gather strength,
The days starting to lengthen and the plant growing stronger and more resilient.
The heat of the sun yields a yang,
Masculine quality.
You may even sense a pulse of vibrant energy as the prana flows through you,
Mirroring the energy and passion of summer.
This is the time of action and social integration.
Enjoy the pulse of summer.
As you lie here,
Images may pass through your mind.
Images may pass through your mind.
A beach stretching as far as the eye can see.
Waves building and tipping over with a flurry of white foam.
Imagine diving into the water,
Feeling invigorated,
Refreshed and rejuvenated.
Gradually summer's energy begins to slow as the sunlight adopts a richer hue.
You are moving into late summer.
A special time in nature which marks the transition of summer to autumn.
This is the season of magical moments,
Captured and bathed in the soft glow of golden sunlight.
Imagine a walk at dusk with the sky lit up by a crimson sunset.
Nature's palette creating a divine mix of colours blended across the sky.
The sunset begins to darken as the light fades.
The air becomes cool to the touch as autumn appears.
The seed that was sown in spring is now mature and strong.
Healthy and vibrant from the nourishment in the soil and effervescent sunshine of summer.
Fruits begin to ripen and the leaves create a finale of vibrant colour from russet to red.
Before beginning to gently let go from the clutch of the branches.
One by one spiralling towards the earth.
Ethereal and pleasant as the sun sets.
One by one spiralling towards the earth.
Ethereal and playful in their dance.
As winter approaches the leaves nestle in the soil creating a warm blanket of protection.
The contraction from the cooler temperature begins as nature slows down and regroups.
Imagine a snowflake sparkling in the glow of the morning sun.
The patterns like gossamer wings,
Fragile yet strong.
As you marvel at the beauty and wisdom of nature.
Each season blooms and then yields to the next season,
To the next year and the next decade.
Nature's flow like the ebb and flow of the waves.
Birds flying across the skies,
Moving instinctively and together.
Take a moment to appreciate nature's lessons.
Knowing you are part of this rich tapestry of life.
When you are ready,
Gently prepare to return to your day.
Notice once more the room you are in.
Reflecting on the season you are in.
And resolving to cherish and appreciate every day.
