In the beginning, deep breathing proved a challenge for many. Placing hands on bellies to feel the rise and fall of their diaphragm, we practiced breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. I watched as they became familiar with deep breathing and I watched their faces and bodies relax with each breath. It was beautiful! I could see their state shift from stress to calm and peace.
Meditation is a wonderful gift we can give ourselves. The magic starts with your breathing. Once you learn how to breathe for relaxation, you will be able to do it on the fly and calm your physical, emotional and mental state - instant meditation.
Let's Practice
Sit or lie down comfortably. Place your hands on your belly and breath deeply. When you breath in, your hands will rise up with your belly - that's a good breathe! Focus on your breathing - deep breath in through your nose for the count of four (Mississippi's) and out through your mouth for the count of four. When you breath out, say the word "relax" quietly in your mind.
Practice, Practice, Practice
When you have mastered your deep breathing and using the word relax, add "I Am" statements while you breath in - I am calm, I am confident, I am happy, etc. Create I Am statements that work for you and use them.
Now, you are ready to enjoy the wonderful healing power meditation. Do it daily - it will heal and you will gain a wonderful sense of peace.
To assist you on your journey, feel free to download my Healing Meditation.
The Guided Meditation Series that I have been hosting will be taking a summer hiatus in a couple of weeks and I want to truly thank the group for allowing me to help them help while at the same time healing myself through meditation.
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