When we meditate.
We use the mind to gently rewire the brain.
Which has a knock-on effect.
That improves overall health.
It is also completely harmless and can be done whenever a person has some time where they will not be disturbed.
This simple meditation will lead you into a gentle reset of mind and body using words and imagery First,
Begin by finding a comfortable position.
Either sitting or lying down.
Allow your eyes to gently close.
Take a slow,
Deep breath in.
And a soft,
Complete breath out.
Now.
Feel yourself arriving in this moment of calm,
A time for you.
Notice the gentle rise and fall of your breath.
A rhythm that has been with you since the very beginning.
With each inhale.
Draw in fresh energy.
With each exhale.
Release any tension or worry.
Aloud or silently.
Say these words.
May i use my awareness and small mindful choices to bring more calmness and serenity into my life.
Allow this intention to rest softly in your mind.
Like a feather on water.
Now bring your attention to the crown of your head imagine a soft golden light there,
Warm and soothing.
Let this light slowly travel down your forehead softening any tight muscles.
Relax the tiny muscles around your eyes unclench your jaw.
And consciously relax your shoulders.
Feel the soft warmth melt away tension from your chest.
Your belly.
Your arms.
Down through your hips.
Legs.
And feet.
Notice how simply bringing your attention to your body changes its state this is the first secret.
Awareness itself is a tool for transformation.
Shift your focus back to your breathing.
Count slowly.
Inhale for a count of four hold for a moment.
And exhale for a count of six.
Lengthening the exhale activates your parasynthetic nervous system.
Your body's natural calm button.
Feel the exhale growing longer as if you're letting go of everything you no longer need and that it's a relief to do this each breath messages your nervous system.
Telling your body.
It's safe.
You can relax now.
Imagine within you a serene moment.
Inner garden.
Lovely old trees lift their branches to a cloud-flecked sky,
Sighing softly in a gentle breeze.
A little stream wanders through the lawn reflecting glints of sunlight.
Here in this garden.
Every cell in your body listens to your thoughts your breath.
Your choices.
Imagine each cell softly glowing responding gratefully to your calm attention.
Know that your mind and body are not separate.
What you imagine.
You help create.
Rest here for a moment.
Feeling the peace you've cultivated.
Say silently to yourself,
I honor my ability to shape my own calmness.
I carry this serenity into the rest of my day.
Now,
Slowly bring your awareness back to the room.
Wiggle your fingers and toes and gently stretch open your eyes.
May your path be peaceful and may your small,
Mindful choices continue to bring you calm and serenity.
