Sink back,
Feeling your hips,
Your shoulders,
Your back,
Meeting the ground under you Allow your body to begin to relax as you start to create a picture in your mind's eye Let's look through the trees into the forest Imagine yourself walking on a path through the forest The path is soft beneath your feet,
A mixture of soil,
Fallen leaves,
Pine needles and moss As you stroll,
Your body starts to relax and your mind clears,
More and more with each step you take Breathe in the fresh,
Crisp mountain air,
Filling your lungs completely Now exhale,
Breathe out all the air,
Feeling refreshed Inhale deeply once more,
Drawing in refreshing energy and exhale fully,
Allowing your body to release tension Maintain a calm,
Steady breath as you journey through the forest,
Immersing yourself in the woodland setting The air carries a refreshing,
Yet cozy chill,
While sunlight gently filters through the trees,
Casting a dynamic,
Dappled design on the ground in front of you Take in the forest's symphony,
Birds harmonizing,
A gentle breeze whispering,
And leaves on the trees swaying in the gentle wind As you continue walking,
Your body gradually eases into a deeper state of relaxation Pay attention to your steps,
Synchronizing your breathing with each stride Slowly inhale,
2,
3,
4,
And hold,
2,
3,
And softly exhale,
2,
3,
4 Resting back into this rhythmic breathing pattern,
Allowing yourself to sink further into a tranquil state As you walk through the forest,
Feel your muscles relaxing and lengthening As your arms swing into rhythm with your steps,
They become loose,
Relaxed,
And limp Feel your back relaxing as your spine lengthens and the muscles relax Feel the tension leaving your body as you admire the scenery around you Your lower body and legs relax as well,
Feeling free and released Feel the breeze,
Smell the forest Hear the sound of water faintly in the distance,
The gentle gurgling of a creek See the squirrels darting in and out of sight,
Racing across your path Enjoy this peaceful place When you're ready to depart from this tranquil setting,
Start to gradually rouse your body Remember that you have the ability to revisit this forest path anytime you wish As you awaken,
Carry with you the serene,
Peaceful,
And relaxed sensation Gently move your fingers and toes,
Give your shoulders a little shrug And if you wish,
Indulge in a stretch When you feel ready,
Open your eyes and transition back to complete wakefulness Feeling content
