Hey everyone!
Isn’t this time of year just a whirlwind? We’re all about giving and sharing, but hey, let’s not forget about ourselves. We’ve gotta fill our own cups before we can pour into others, right? So today, I’m super excited to share a little secret weapon of mine – a five-minute meditation centered around appreciation. Trust me, it’s a game-changer!
Why Bother with Appreciation?
Think of appreciation as your personal superpower. It shifts our focus from what’s lacking to all the awesome stuff that’s right in front of us. When life’s pace picks up and things feel a bit too much, a quick pause to appreciate can be just what we need.
Your Five-Minute ‘Chill-Out’ Meditation
Ready to try it out? Here’s how to reset in just five minutes:
- Find Your Spot: Sneak away to somewhere quiet. Your comfy chair, a park bench, or even your car (just make sure you’re parked safely!).
- Relax and Breathe: Close your eyes, take three big breaths – in through the nose, out through the mouth. Feel each breath calming you down.
- Get Grounded: Picture roots growing from your feet, anchoring you down. Feel that solid earthy energy supporting you.
- Heart Time: Hand on your heart – feel it beating? That’s life, that’s you being amazing. Just breathe and feel that for a moment.
- Gratitude Time: Now, think of three things you’re thankful for right now. Could be anything – the coffee you had this morning, a message from a friend, whatever makes you smile.
- Spread the Love: Imagine that grateful, happy feeling spreading all over, filling you up with a warm, golden light. Let it soak in. This is you, recharging.
- Wrap It Up: As you wrap up, think about taking this chilled, grateful vibe with you for the rest of the day. Open your eyes when you’re ready, and take that calm, awesome energy along.
And that’s it! Just five minutes, and you can totally change the tone of your day. So next time you’re feeling the holiday rush, remember to give yourself a little appreciation break. You deserve it!
Keep shining and stay grounded,
Sue