Holiday Meditation
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I thought you might need this today, tomorrow, next week, or really, any time you’re feeling frazzled. This meditation comes from Sally Kempton at Yoga Journal.
A Holiday Meditation
Sit in a comfortable upright posture. With your eyes closed, let your awareness drop into the center of your chest.
Breathe naturally and imagine your breath coming in and out through your heart. Let each inhalation caress and soften your inner heart space.
Become aware of a golden flame in the center of your chest. Your might visualize it or simply feel its warm, glowing presence.
With each inhalation, the flame glows. With each exhalation, it radiates light through the heart—front, sides, and back.
Rest your awareness gently in the flame; inhale and it glows, exhale and it radiates. Keep softening and relaxing the inner heart, spreading the glow of your inner flame throughout your body and out into the room.
Karen: Perfect timing. Funny that you posted this today. I delayed my Christmas shopping today so I could attend a yoga class. I knew it would be more crowded later in the day for shopping but I also knew that I “needed” to go to yoga class! Although I was met with traffic, lines and craziness when I finally got out to shop, I was a bit calmer due to the yoga I did this morning. It really does help calm the mind and body, which is especially important during this busy time of year!
Thanks for posting this beautiful meditation.2 years ago
Bree: Thank you for this, I needed it like no other, work’s got me way down and I just needed a little relaxing. Thanks!2 years ago
Amy C: Badly needed here! Our hot water heater went cattywompus this morning, the dog got sick and has to get surgery, and I had to finish the Christmas shopping today – think 30 minutes in line at Target, after 30 minutes of circling the parking lot looking for ANY parking space.
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And so I got home and was cranky, and wanted nothing more than to watch Dr. Horrible to cheer me up, when iTunes decided not to allow me to watch anything. I went upstairs and threw my shoes across the room. Which felt good as I watched them arch through the air and thud against the wall, but I think I need a more peaceful solution
Anne: Ohhh I think one of my new year’s resolutions might be to try meditation. This might be a good way to ease in. Thanks.2 years ago
Gail: Wow! Thank you for the Holiday meditation, Sarah. I did not have any appliance or other integral part of my life go cattywompus today (What a great word, Amy ! Soooo expressive!) but achieving “calm” is still something I can benefit from. Hope you have a blessed, calm and very happy holiday, Sarah!2 years ago
clay goldstein: Thank you for posting this beautiful meditation
I used this meditation last season in my classes and plan on using it tomorrow. Everyone loved it.
May your holidays be filled with peace and love.2 years ago
Sara Rose: My favorite every day indulgence is very simple. In the afternoon, I make a hot cup[ of tea, a snack of some yummy treat, and light a candle. I sit quietly, sip my tea, watch my candle, and have a much better day, poste haste!2 years ago
EB: My brain is so scattered these days… much much needed.2 years ago