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Anchoring Your Day: A Guided Mindfulness Practice for Peace and Clarity
- 2024/12/20
- 再生時間： 2 分
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あらすじ・解説
Here's the script for "Mindful Mornings: Start Your Day with Peace and Clarity":
Good morning, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here with me today. [PAUSE]
As we sit together, I want to acknowledge something important. In this moment of early December, with the winter solstice approaching and the year winding down, many of us are feeling a unique blend of exhaustion and anticipation. The world feels both heavy and hopeful – like a deep breath held just before release. [PAUSE]
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position. Whether you're sitting, standing, or even lying down, allow your body to settle. Close your eyes if that feels comfortable, or soften your gaze. [PAUSE]
Take a deep breath in... and slowly release. [PAUSE]
Today, we're going to practice what I call the "Anchoring Breath" – a gentle technique to ground yourself and create a sense of inner calm that can carry you through whatever challenges today might bring.
Begin by bringing your attention to your breath. Not changing it, not controlling it, simply noticing. [PAUSE]
Imagine your breath as a warm, golden thread – connecting your inner world to the present moment. With each inhale, this thread becomes a little brighter, a little more vibrant. [PAUSE]
When thoughts drift in – and they will – imagine them as clouds passing through a vast sky. Your breath is the sky – spacious, unchanging, holding everything without judgment. [PAUSE]
Now, place one hand on your heart. Feel the gentle rise and fall. [PAUSE]
Breathe in peace... breathe out any tension. [PAUSE]
Inhale for a count of four... hold for two... exhale for four. [PAUSE]
As we complete this practice, know that this moment of calm is always available to you. You can return to this breath, this anchor, whenever the day feels overwhelming.
As you prepare to move forward, set a simple intention. Maybe it's to approach today with curiosity, or to be kind to yourself, or to notice one moment of beauty. [PAUSE]
Take one final deep breath. Gently open your eyes.
You've created a moment of peace. Carry it with you.
Good morning, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here with me today. [PAUSE]
As we sit together, I want to acknowledge something important. In this moment of early December, with the winter solstice approaching and the year winding down, many of us are feeling a unique blend of exhaustion and anticipation. The world feels both heavy and hopeful – like a deep breath held just before release. [PAUSE]
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position. Whether you're sitting, standing, or even lying down, allow your body to settle. Close your eyes if that feels comfortable, or soften your gaze. [PAUSE]
Take a deep breath in... and slowly release. [PAUSE]
Today, we're going to practice what I call the "Anchoring Breath" – a gentle technique to ground yourself and create a sense of inner calm that can carry you through whatever challenges today might bring.
Begin by bringing your attention to your breath. Not changing it, not controlling it, simply noticing. [PAUSE]
Imagine your breath as a warm, golden thread – connecting your inner world to the present moment. With each inhale, this thread becomes a little brighter, a little more vibrant. [PAUSE]
When thoughts drift in – and they will – imagine them as clouds passing through a vast sky. Your breath is the sky – spacious, unchanging, holding everything without judgment. [PAUSE]
Now, place one hand on your heart. Feel the gentle rise and fall. [PAUSE]
Breathe in peace... breathe out any tension. [PAUSE]
Inhale for a count of four... hold for two... exhale for four. [PAUSE]
As we complete this practice, know that this moment of calm is always available to you. You can return to this breath, this anchor, whenever the day feels overwhelming.
As you prepare to move forward, set a simple intention. Maybe it's to approach today with curiosity, or to be kind to yourself, or to notice one moment of beauty. [PAUSE]
Take one final deep breath. Gently open your eyes.
You've created a moment of peace. Carry it with you.