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Grounded and Peaceful: A Mindfulness Practice for Better Rest
- 2025/01/04
- 再生時間： 2 分
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あらすじ・解説
Here's the script for Sleep Soundly: Daily Mindfulness Exercises for Better Rest:
[Warm, inviting tone]
Hey there. Welcome to today's practice. I'm glad you've carved out this moment for yourself, especially on a day that might feel a bit overwhelming. [PAUSE]
I know that January can sometimes feel like a marathon of expectations and new beginnings. The post-holiday landscape can be challenging – perhaps you're feeling a bit stretched, a bit tired, wondering how to find your rhythm in this new year.
Let's take a few moments to ground ourselves and create a little peaceful space. [PAUSE]
Wherever you are – whether you're sitting, lying down, or finding a quiet corner – begin by settling into your body. Close your eyes if that feels comfortable. [PAUSE]
Take a deep breath in... and a slow breath out. [PAUSE]
Imagine your breath is like gentle waves washing over a shoreline. Each inhale brings a soft, soothing tide. Each exhale releases any tension, any worry. [PAUSE]
Now, I want to guide you through a practice I call the "Roots and Sky" meditation. Picture yourself as a tree – strong, resilient, deeply connected. [PAUSE]
Feel your body becoming rooted. Imagine roots growing from the base of your spine, extending deep into the earth. These roots ground you, stabilize you, draw quiet strength from the ground beneath you. [PAUSE]
At the same time, imagine the top of your head opening like branches reaching toward the sky. Soft, flexible branches that sway gently, receiving light, receiving peace. [PAUSE]
Breathe into this image. Rooted. Expansive. [PAUSE]
If your mind wanders – and it will, that's completely normal – simply notice. No judgment. Just gently bring your awareness back to your breath, back to being this tree. Grounded. Peaceful. [PAUSE]
As we prepare to close this practice, take one more deep breath. Notice how you feel right now – perhaps a bit more spacious, a bit more calm. [PAUSE]
You can carry this sense of groundedness with you. When things feel chaotic today, remember: you can always return to your breath. You can always reconnect with your inner stillness.
Breathe. Be kind to yourself. [SOFT CLOSE]
[Warm, inviting tone]
Hey there. Welcome to today's practice. I'm glad you've carved out this moment for yourself, especially on a day that might feel a bit overwhelming. [PAUSE]
I know that January can sometimes feel like a marathon of expectations and new beginnings. The post-holiday landscape can be challenging – perhaps you're feeling a bit stretched, a bit tired, wondering how to find your rhythm in this new year.
Let's take a few moments to ground ourselves and create a little peaceful space. [PAUSE]
Wherever you are – whether you're sitting, lying down, or finding a quiet corner – begin by settling into your body. Close your eyes if that feels comfortable. [PAUSE]
Take a deep breath in... and a slow breath out. [PAUSE]
Imagine your breath is like gentle waves washing over a shoreline. Each inhale brings a soft, soothing tide. Each exhale releases any tension, any worry. [PAUSE]
Now, I want to guide you through a practice I call the "Roots and Sky" meditation. Picture yourself as a tree – strong, resilient, deeply connected. [PAUSE]
Feel your body becoming rooted. Imagine roots growing from the base of your spine, extending deep into the earth. These roots ground you, stabilize you, draw quiet strength from the ground beneath you. [PAUSE]
At the same time, imagine the top of your head opening like branches reaching toward the sky. Soft, flexible branches that sway gently, receiving light, receiving peace. [PAUSE]
Breathe into this image. Rooted. Expansive. [PAUSE]
If your mind wanders – and it will, that's completely normal – simply notice. No judgment. Just gently bring your awareness back to your breath, back to being this tree. Grounded. Peaceful. [PAUSE]
As we prepare to close this practice, take one more deep breath. Notice how you feel right now – perhaps a bit more spacious, a bit more calm. [PAUSE]
You can carry this sense of groundedness with you. When things feel chaotic today, remember: you can always return to your breath. You can always reconnect with your inner stillness.
Breathe. Be kind to yourself. [SOFT CLOSE]