Gently drift to sleep as you steal away from the day's activities and treat yourself to a well-deserved nap.
You are listening to A Summer Nap,
A guided meditation for rest.
Welcome to Michelle's Meditation Sanctuary.
I'm Michelle,
And as you listen,
Let my voice be your guide and ally,
Here to remind you that you've truly earned this time for repose and relaxation.
Revel in the freedom to take a nap whenever you feel the call.
This is a moment just for you.
A luxurious escape to a cool haven.
You're making a healthy choice right now.
An act of self-care and love.
Feel the luxury of this time,
Free of any guilt for seeking a little nap.
As you settle into a safe place for rest,
Every cell in your body is ready for a holiday.
A profound sense of ease,
Softening every fiber.
Prepare to enjoy the kind of nap that you awaken from,
Feeling refreshed and ready to start anew.
It's time to dream away.
Now gently tune into your breath,
As it becomes your ticket to peace and a blissful nap.
Your breath is empowered to transport you deeper into this moment of rest.
As you let out a sigh,
Visualize a dial,
Whatever size or style or design you prefer.
Feel it in your hand as you dial down the activity in your mind,
Releasing any lingering thoughts or to-do lists that might be circulating.
You deserve this pause.
Take a deep,
Slow breath in through your nose,
Feeling your lungs expand like hot air balloons.
When you cannot inhale anymore,
Allow a delicious,
Full-bodied yawn to emerge,
Stretching your jaw and letting out a condented sigh.
Feeling tension melt away with each soft sound.
Appreciate being able to yawn freely,
Without judgment,
In the middle of your day.
As you exhale,
Allow yourself another expansive yawn,
Followed by a releasing sigh,
As if shedding the day's concerns and letting thoughts become dreamy,
Drifting clouds.
For one more breath,
Inhale slowly and fully,
Embracing the peacefulness.
As you exhale,
Let go with a final,
Liberating yawn and a deeply satisfying sigh.
Feel your body sink further into comfort,
As your breath takes on a sleepy tempo.
Imagine yourself fully immersed in your favorite summer scene.
The very first one that comes to mind.
A place where you might wish to linger for a while.
Perhaps you're standing in a vast,
Sun-drenched field of wildflowers.
Their delicate petals are arid of color,
Crimson,
Gold,
And sapphire.
Swaying gently in a soft breeze,
The air is thick with the sweet,
Floral scent of the blossoms.
And you can hear the low,
Contented hum of bees,
Flitting from bloom to bloom in the distance.
The warmth of the sun is a comforting blanket on your skin.
A sensation of pure,
Unadulterated summer joy.
Or perhaps your mind drifts to a glorious day spent swimming,
In the ocean,
An infinity pool,
A tranquil lake,
Or even a refreshing forest creek.
Imagine the shimmering surface of the water,
The dreamy haze in the hot,
Humid air,
Or the aroma of the sea,
Minerality of a lake,
Or the scent of pine.
Allow whichever summer scene truly appeals to you to come into full focus right now.
As you leisurely walk in the heat of the late afternoon,
The air is heavy and fragrant.
The sun is high,
Casting long shadows,
And the air is thick with humidity that feels like a cloak you wear.
Every step feels deliberate,
Yet very slow and sleepy.
The world moves at a languid,
Contented pace around you,
A slow-motion dance of summer.
Days like this are reminders of why siestas and afternoon naps became routine in hot weather climates.
A delicious,
Gentle weariness,
The kind only a full,
Rich summer's day can bring,
Now settles over you.
The vibrant images and sensations soften and fade as tiredness takes hold.
Your muscles feel relaxed,
Your mind calm,
A delightful anger washing over you,
Promising the most satisfying and restorative relief.
You're drawn indoors,
Approaching your ideal summer sanctuary.
A space designed precisely for your comfort.
A cottage or guesthouse,
A pool house,
A cabin,
A villa or a tree house.
The summer escape welcomes you.
As you approach,
You can already feel the promise of coolness emanating from within.
You step inside,
Adjusting to the dimness of the room.
You gently close the door behind you,
And its gentle click creates a deep easing.
The room is a perfect haven,
A private escape from the summer's vibrant embrace.
You draw closed,
Thick,
Heavy,
Floor-to-ceiling blackout curtains.
They seal out the bright,
Insistent afternoon sun.
The room instantly transforms,
Becoming a dimmer,
Cavernous space.
You feel sealed into the safety of this room.
You explore the details.
Perhaps the space is modern and luxurious,
Or rustic and charming.
Everything serves your sense of style and color preferences.
The air is refreshingly cool,
A stark and welcome contrast to the hot humidity you've just left.
Fans circulate the cool air,
Their blades spinning softly with a tranquilizing whoosh.
Their consistent,
Low hum creates a soothing white noise,
Concealing the distant sounds of the summer day.
The soundtrack of summer,
From the chirps of crickets and songs of cicadas,
To the rustle of leaves in a far-off tree,
Or the muffled,
Playful laughter and animated conversations become barely perceptible.
Like background whispers,
Subtle and dreamlike,
Allow your mind to drift freely into a state of lucid serenity,
A perfect gateway to gentle afternoon dreams.
Feel the striking and exquisite contrast.
The cool,
Dry air that makes every breath effortless.
The air-conditioning hums softly,
A consistent,
Comforting drone that underscores the tranquility of this space.
The dry air is a pure blessing that offers relief from any stickiness or heaviness outside.
A swift transformation into comfort.
Your body relaxes in this wonderful and immediate escape from the heavy,
Humid embrace outside that lingers just beyond your closed curtains.
Your bare feet make their way across the cool,
Polished floor to the bathroom,
Where you wash your face and hands in the turquoise glass bowl-shaped sink.
The soap,
With botanical fragrances that you find the most soothing,
Leaves its soft,
Natural perfume on your skin.
You return to the bedroom suite,
In the heart of the calm space.
A king-sized bed serves as an inviting expanse of comfort,
Like a puffy,
Ivory cloud in a sapphire night sky.
You feel back the duvet,
Thin,
Yet quite heavy,
In the cool,
Crisp,
Sateen sheets that offer the slightest sheen.
The fabrics are a refreshing sensation against your skin.
You lie down,
Feeling the comforting weight of the duvet settle over you,
Providing a gentle grounding and a sense of security as you prepare for your nap.
This is a moment of pure,
Unadulterated contentment.
You simply feel the best you have all day.
The clean,
Herbal smells and cool,
Circulating air on your face offer the perfect,
Sleepy combination.
You fully drift in this perfect summer reverie,
Landing in a timeless and deeply restorative nap.
You're completely safe,
Completely at ease,
And completely ready to surrender to the beautiful release of this moment.
Your body sinks into the plush support of the bed,
And the persistent white noise of the fan brings you to the soft edges of sleep.
You see yourself floating and wafting in the cool,
Circulating air.
Between the waking day and your delightful nap,
You feel the soft,
Sleepy tug,
Inviting you to completely surrender and give in to the summer nap,
Finding comfort finding unexpected serenity at an unexpected time.
