Embodying Joy

Sometimes we need to create our own sunshine. Not to deny any of the other feelings we may be having, but to nourish the natural radiance and light that exists within. Enjoy this quick and simple six-minute practice whenever you need a boost of joy in your day.

Transcript

Hello and welcome.

My name is Makara Link and this is a guided meditation practice on embodying joy.

To begin,

I'd like you to find any comfortable position that works for you.

There isn't any specific posture your body needs to be in for this practice today.

Just get comfy.

And as you get settled,

I want you to check in with yourself.

Just notice how you're currently feeling and whatever or however that may be,

Let it be.

Where you're at right now is perfect.

And now turning your awareness to your breath.

Start sensing into your breath.

There's no need to change it in any way.

Just breathe and feel into each inhale and exhale.

Notice what it feels like to breathe.

Now I'd like you to think of a moment or experience that you had recently that brought you joy or happiness.

Even if it was the littlest thing,

Think of something that brought you joy.

And if you're having a hard time thinking of anything specific,

That's okay.

You can begin to create the feeling of joy.

Imagine what joy feels like and then begin to actually feel it in your body.

This is the part of the meditation I like to call generating joy.

Using your memory,

Thoughts,

And intention to generate the feeling of joy within.

Really feel into this joy.

Bring all of your awareness there.

And notice where in your body do you feel this joy.

Where is it located?

What qualities does it have?

What qualities does it have?

Now see if you can begin to grow this sense of joy.

Expanding it to become larger,

Stronger,

And more vibrant.

Maybe your body would like to shift or move in some way that further expresses this sensation of joy.

Maybe you smile or sit up taller.

Notice what your body would like to do.

Soaking in this energy of joy,

Feeling the joy of being able to move.

Soaking in this energy of joy,

Feeling it fully in your body.

It is safe to be happy.

Joy is natural.

It is who you are.

Seeing and visualizing it radiating out from you in all directions.

The more you come back to this sensation,

The more natural and effortless it will be.

And take a moment to seal this practice in with gratitude.

May this energy be with you for the rest of the day.

Now taking a deep inhale and on the exhale sigh it out.

Thank you for joining me for this practice.

Thank you for joining me for this practice.

Reviews

Excellent opportunity to tap in to joy, saturate myself in it, and take it into my day. A reminder that I can generate joy anytime! Thanks 🙏

What a beautiful way to start the day! Thank you! 🙏🏻

I loved how you ask where I feel joy in my body. It was the hug I needed!

Thank you! Nicely done and I like your concept of “generating joy.” 🌸

She asks you to think of a moment of joy. The moment that came up for me was also a moment of love. That was very powerful. I liked this practice. It’s so easy to get bogged down in the now or the dread and forget the joy we’ve experienced. Consciously remembering helps us be able to find joy more often.

Fantastic meditation! Embodying joy, is statelessly spontaneously edifying. You generate joy seamlessly within minutes . Great voice too. Thanks.

So simple, yet absolutely Purrrfect for me today‼️
I quickly felt the warmth in my heart...then it just started to spread throughout my entire being. I was smiling joyfully & arranging to sit up straight with that bright smile just before you spoke those same words!
Loved the energy in your voice 💕
Exactly what I needed to restore my happiness‼️ 🥰
Thank you! 🙏🏼✨☮️💕🕊

Beautiful, thank you! Perfect way to start the day with a big smile ☺️

Very soothing practice. Effectively minimal☺️

I spend so much time in sadness and anxiety that I sometimes forget what my body feels like in joy. This helped me consciously notice. Thank you.

Thank you so much Micara :)
I really enjoyed this meditation!!

Beautiful and necessary meditation. We all need joy to live ! Thank you Micara 💕🌷

Micara’s voice is so soothing. I really connected and could feel the joy bubbling up inside me! Thank you!

That was amazing

Great short meditation.

Lovely! Thanks. It's wonderful to know I can generate feelings of joy any time. 😊❤🙏

This meditation guides you to noticing and expanding joy. Enjoy it every time!

Really enjoyed this- quick and effective

Such a great practice. Thank you

Thank you 🌸that was beautiful ☀️🌸🌈💕🐳