We hear it all the time – “I’ve tried, but I’m just not good at meditation”. Meditation is not necessarily something you’re good or bad at. It is something you just do. It takes practice, and there is no good or bad practice. We simply try to practice daily, and it simply is what it is. Realistically, we live in a busy world, and our minds are constantly set on overdrive. Finding a moment of stillness in our days can be a luxury. There are many reported benefits of meditation including increased happiness, clarity, and focus, decreased stress, as well as anti-aging benefits. When you are new to the practice of meditation, it can feel difficult. Even when you are a seasoned meditator, it can still feel difficult. However, like anything, practice makes progress. Some days it may seem easier than other days. And once you start to see the gradual, subtle changes it may inspire you to stay on the journey to a more peaceful life.
01. Set Up option #1 for seated meditation (daytime):
01. Sit comfortably (on a chair or a cushion)
02. Feel your sitting bones firmly planted, grounding you
03. Grow tall through your spine, lower your chin slightly, close your eyes
04. Relax your shoulders
05. Gently close your mouth and relax your jaw
06. Breathe in and out through your nostrils, naturally
07. Be aware of the breath under your nostrils
08. Try to focus ONLY on your breath
09. Let thoughts come and go, but don’t focus on them
10. You can choose to meditate in silence or to music
11. Either set a quiet timer for the desired length of time, or choose a meditation song on your favourite platform for the desired length of time. (for example: 3-minute meditation)
12. Once the meditation comes to an end, slowly open your eyes and bring your attention back into the room
13. Do what you can, and accept where you’re at; it will get easier with practice
02. Set Up option #2 for relaxing meditation (early morning or before sleep):
01. Lie comfortably (in your bed or on a soft surface)
02. Feel your body relax fully
03. Close your eyes
04. Relax, but stay aware and conscious (try not to fall asleep)
05. Gently close your mouth and relax your jaw
06. Breathe in and out through your nostrils, naturally
07. Be aware of the breath under your nostrils
08. Try to focus ONLY on your breath
09. Let thoughts come and go, but don’t focus on them
10. You can choose if you want to meditate in silence or to music
11. Either set a quiet timer for the desired length of time, or choose a meditation song on your favourite platform for the desired length of time. (for example: 3-minute meditation)
12. Once the meditation comes to an end, slowly open your eyes and bring your attention back into the room.
13. Just do your best; it gets easier with practice
Our FIRST ever TRY challenge starts on June 01 with a 30-day meditation challenge. Whether you are a meditation beginner or a seasoned meditator, we invite you to take part in this challenge in your very own way.
These meditations can be done daily in your own space and time – we are just here to guide you on your journey. The daily meditations will range from 1 minute to 10 minutes; all you need is the ability to commit yourself every day.
Follow our Instagram @mvmt.one and watch our Instagram stories daily to take part in our first ever 30-day challenge, track your own progress and TRY something new!
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