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Ebb and Flow: A Peaceful Pause in Your Day
Hey there, welcome to Sleep Soundly. I'm so glad you've carved out this moment for yourself today. I know mornings can feel overwhelming - especially with the constant digital noise and endless to-do lists swirling around us. Right now, in this moment, I want you to know that you're exactly where you need to be.
Take a deep breath and let yourself arrive. Feel the surface beneath you - whether that's your bed, a chair, or the floor. Notice how it supports you completely, without any effort on your part. Your body can rest. Your mind can soften.
Breathing naturally, I want to invite you into a practice I call the "Gentle Wave" technique. Imagine your breath as a tender ocean wave, rolling in and out with smooth, consistent rhythm. As you inhale, picture a warm, soft light gradually filling your body - starting at your toes, slowly rising through your legs, spreading across your abdomen, filling your chest, and flowing gently into your shoulders and arms.
With each exhale, let that wave carry away any tension. Not forcing anything out, just allowing it to dissolve naturally. Tension is like sea foam - present for a moment, then effortlessly returning to the larger ocean of your calm awareness.
If your mind starts to drift - and it will, that's completely normal - simply notice where it goes. No judgment. Just gently guide your attention back to the rhythm of your breath, like a kind friend softly redirecting you home.
As this wave of breath moves through you, recognize that rest is not something you achieve, but something you allow. Just like the ocean doesn't try to be calm - it simply is. Your natural state is one of peace and restoration.
Before we close, take one more full, luxurious breath. Know that this practice of returning to your breath is always available to you - whether you're preparing for sleep or navigating a challenging moment during your day.
Thank you for practicing with me today. If this resonated with you, please subscribe and join us again tomorrow for another exploration of mindful rest. Wishing you gentle waves of peace.
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