Welcome to this performance preparation meditation.
This meditation is to guide you preparing yourself mentally and energetically before taking the stage to sing or speak.
Use this meditation anytime you are in need of grounding or settling prior to walking out on a physical or metaphorical stage.
First find a comfortable position either sitting or lying down and either close your eyes or lower your gaze.
Take a deep breath in through the nose and exhale gently through your mouth.
Let's do that again.
Take a deep breath in through the nose,
Hold at the top of the inhale and then breathe out through the mouth with an audible sigh.
Let's repeat that one more time.
Take a deep breath in through the nose,
Hold at the top of the inhale and then breathe out through the mouth with an audible sigh.
Letting go,
Letting go.
Allow your body to relax releasing any tension or nervousness you may be feeling.
As you settle into this moment imagine yourself in a serene and peaceful place.
A place where you feel safe and supported.
Could be a beautiful meadow or a forest that's quiet or a beach that is expansive.
Visualize the colors,
The smells,
The sights,
The sounds of this beautiful calming place.
Feel the gentle breeze on your skin and notice how relaxed and at ease you are here.
Imagine a golden light shining above you like a radiant Sun.
This light represents the divine energy that surrounds and supports you.
Feel this warm and loving light shining down upon you,
Filling your entire being with a sense of confidence and strength.
With each breath you take this light grows brighter and more vibrant.
As you bask in this radiant light bring your attention to your heart center.
Feel the energy within you,
The passion,
Creativity that flows through your being.
You recognize this radiant light in your heart center knowing that it is you.
Notice where your nervous energy may be filling your body into your heart.
Fold that nervous energy you are feeling in your body and invite it to rest in your heart center.
Let your heart wrap the feelings in love.
Love on your nervousness.
Embrace your nerves.
Embrace those excited feelings you may have knowing that they are safe to be felt and a natural part of this process.
Take a few moments to be grateful for this energy.
Now envision yourself side stage looking through the curtains into a stage filled with light.
This light is you and you are this light.
You step onto the stage and you become one with that light.
See yourself standing tall,
Your shoulders relaxed and a smile on your face.
You are connected to the earth beneath you,
Rooted like a strong and steady tree.
You feel the support of energy of the divine and of your audience and you know that you are not alone.
As you prepare to sing or speak take this moment to set your intentions.
Remind yourself why you are doing this.
Whether it's to inspire,
To uplift or share your unique voice with the world.
Embrace your authenticity knowing that your genuine self is more than enough.
As the moment to begin approaches take another deep and grounded breath in through the nose and out through the mouth with an audible sigh.
Letting go of any remaining tension.
Trust in your abilities and the preparation you have done.
Feel the golden light within you growing even brighter.
Feel it expand empowering you with the energy and confidence to shine on stage.
Now it is time to share your gift with your audience.
Allow the passion and energy from your heart to flow through your voice or words.
Embrace each note or each sentence with love and gratitude for the opportunity to share your talent and message.
See it come out of your mouth like gold ribbons as they wrap around each audience member.
Feel the divine energy surrounding you,
Supporting you every step of the way.
As you sing or speak envisage the golden light expanding from your heart,
Enveloping the entire stage,
The entire room,
The entire audience.
See their faces glow with joy,
Inspiration and connection.
See their energy join to meet you.
Know that your voice and message have the power to make such a wonderful impact.
As you finish your performance take a moment to express gratitude for this experience.
Whether it was a song,
A speech or any form of expression.
Honor the process and the energy you put forth before and after.
Feel the love and support from the audience and remember that you are always connected to this divine energy that guides and uplifts you when you are ready and only when you are ready.
Gently open your eyes bringing that essence from this meditation with you.
As you step onto stage you have all that you need inside you.
You are ready to shine your light and share your voice with the world.
Trust in yourself,
Trust in your words and know that the divine has you supported every step of the way.
