Redwood Forest Stream Meditation

From the Mindful Moment Series - Imagine sitting among the ancient Redwood trees near a gentle forest stream in the Muir Woods of California. Here, you can sense the interconnected timelessness of all things on Earth. Here, you sense your belonging and the stillness that is always available to you.

Meditation by Nicolle LaFleur

Transcript

Hello,

My friend.

Let's take a moment to connect with the timelessness of our Earth and the steady comfort she offers us.

Let's start by imagining we are standing among the giant redwoods.

A forest stream flows nearby,

A steady,

Endless flow from a fresh mountain spring.

Take a deep,

Slow breath in and feel the cool,

Fresh air fill your body,

Ribcage expanding.

And a gentle release on the exhale that allows the body to settle into stillness.

Imagine the scent of moss and pine needles,

The crisp,

Refreshing air gifted to you by the trees themselves.

Taking the sounds of this ancient forest,

Listen for any sounds of life that are sharing this spot with you in this moment.

In your mind's eye,

Follow the trunks of these towering redwoods as they stretch toward the sky.

Feel the ground with your feet and sense roots intertwined beneath the forest floor,

A network of earthly wisdom that reminds us of the timelessness of this moment.

Here,

You are connected to a steady foundation of strength and wisdom.

You belong here.

You are part of the community of living beings that inhabit this beautiful planet.

With every inhale,

Absorb the tranquility of this sacred space,

Your connection to all things.

And with every exhale,

Release the weight of the day,

Letting the stream carry away your worries and sadness.

The trees remind us of the endurance of life that has survived here for centuries.

It calls us to be patient,

Resilient,

Kind.

Abide here in quiet peacefulness for a while.

When you're ready,

Begin to bring your awareness back into your body,

Opening your eyes and returning your attention to wherever you are.

Notice the calm you have created in this moment with the redwoods.

And remember,

You can return here anytime you need a break.

Just take a deep breath in and fill yourself with the stillness and peace of the forest.