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Grounding Your Mornings: A Mindful Pause to Start the Day
Good morning, and welcome to another episode of Mindful Mornings. I'm so glad you're here with me today, taking this precious moment to pause and reconnect with yourself.
I know mornings can feel overwhelming. Maybe you woke up to a flood of emails, a long to-do list, or that familiar sense of anxiety about the day ahead. Right now, in this moment, I want you to know that you have everything you need to find calm and clarity.
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position. Whether you're sitting, standing, or lying down, allow your body to settle. Close your eyes if that feels right, or soften your gaze. Take a deep breath in through your nose, feeling the cool air fill your lungs, and exhale slowly through your mouth. Let that breath carry away any tension.
Imagine your morning as a vast, open sky. Just like the sky contains clouds without being defined by them, you can contain your thoughts and emotions without getting swept away. Each breath is like a gentle breeze, moving through you, creating space and lightness.
Now, let's practice what I call the "morning anchor" technique. Place one hand on your heart and one on your belly. Feel the rhythm of your breath. With each inhale, silently say to yourself, "I am." With each exhale, "Here now." I am. Here now. This simple practice roots you in the present moment, cutting through mental noise and connecting you to your inner stillness.
Continue this breathing. Notice how your body rises and falls. If thoughts drift in - about work, plans, worries - simply acknowledge them like passing clouds. No judgment. Just gentle observation. Return to "I am. Here now."
As we come to a close, take one more deep breath. How can you carry this sense of calm into your day? Perhaps it's pausing for three conscious breaths before a meeting, or taking a mindful moment while brewing your morning coffee.
Thank you for showing up for yourself today. If this practice resonated with you, please subscribe and share Mindful Mornings with someone who might need a moment of peace. Until next time, may your day be filled with presence and gentle awareness.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago