Let’s get started by allowing the body to relax.
And when you’re ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
Let your awareness rest with this verse and prayer.
This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be happy today
and again, this is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be happy today.
Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
Take a nice, big, deep breath in. Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly,
and exhale. Controlling the breath, slowing it down.
Give yourself some space just to be.
Whatever you need to let go of, let it go. Release it to God. Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
And if the thoughts take you away, know that that’s okay when it feels natural and effortless. Slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
Remember, this is a place of safety.
God’s calming presence is always accessible to you.
Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
Notice how the body is relaxing. and releasing.
Now, begin to soften the back of your neck.
Allow your limbs to become heavy.
Allow the shoulders to relax.
Let your mind rest,
just noticing and appreciating this moment.
When it feels natural, begin releasing the tension in your hands, shoulders, and neck.
Let go of that stress.
Release your anxieties and worries to God.
Let go of your grip on control.
Take a big, deep breath in.
Release your stress.
Let go of your frustrations.
Let it all go on the exhale.
We aren’t holding on to the thoughts. We’re just letting them release.
Now bring your awareness. to the way the body feels.
Allow yourself to sink into your chair or your bed.
Let the body relax and release.
When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heart.
Feel the heartbeat,
just noticing it.
Allow that natural rhythm and stillness to relax the body.
Just notice The way that you feel
not trying to change it, just accepting it the way that it is. Allow
yourself to relax into the loving presence of God.
Take this verse with you. This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be happy today.
God, I know you’re always with me. Thank you for all of your blessings. Help me to relax and let go in your presence. I trust your plan for my life.
Begin by taking a few nice, deep breaths,
Let’s get started by taking a moment just to be thankful for all the blessings in life.
Let’s begin by loosening the shoulders and the chest,
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