Let's begin by finding a comfortable position,
Sitting or lying down in a place that nothing may bother you.
Let the outside world disappear as you gently close your eyes.
Observe any sounds that are happening around you.
Don't think about them,
Just observe what sounds you hear.
Now let's shift that focus to the sound of our breath.
Imagine your breathing is the sound of waves against the shore of the beach.
The sound of waves brings a feeling of calm and relaxation over the body and mind.
We're going to move on to some breathing exercises.
We'll breathe in for a count of four,
Then breathe out for a count of five.
Ready?
Inhale,
Two,
Three,
Four.
Exhale,
Two,
Three,
Four,
Five.
Inhale,
Two,
Three,
Four.
Exhale,
Two,
Three,
Four,
Five.
Inhale,
Two,
Three,
Four.
Exhale,
Two,
Three,
Four,
Five.
Five.
Now that we've slowed down the breath,
Let's focus on why we're here today.
Gratitude.
The quality of being thankful and the attitude of showing appreciation and kindness.
With the expression of thanks,
You will always see the importance of things around you.
You will be content with what you currently have and not expect or desire more.
Let's deepen the breath once more with a five count inhale and a seven count exhale.
If you can't keep up to this rhythm,
Create your own that suits you in this current moment.
Ready?
Inhale.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Exhale.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Exhale.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Six.
Seven.
Inhale.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Exhale.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Five.
Six.
Seven.
Exhale.
Every life that has ever existed has experienced an entirely unique journey.
This unique experience is what makes every journey as special as it is.
Without opening your eyes,
Imagine the space around you.
What parts of the space make you feel content or satisfied?
Think of the tiniest details that positively stand out to you.
This is a way we can approach any situation.
Find gratitude in even the smallest of things.
For the uniqueness that life has to offer.
For the ability to breathe deeply through our bodies.
Feel free to open your eyes and return into the room.
I hope you take this meditation throughout the rest of your day.
Thank you for listening and taking care of yourself today.
