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When you feel ready to begin…
Get present:
– Sit in a comfortable posture.
– Take a few deep breaths in and out.
– Remind yourself that whatever unfolds during this time is honorable.
Through present moment awareness we can learn what our bodies need and give ourselves the care we deserve.
On a piece of paper create three sections. Title the sections: name, notice, and nourish.
Starting with three deep breaths, take as many breaths as you need to help you ground in the moment. Close your eyes or lower your gaze allowing your eyelids to become heavy. Allow your shoulders to relax and release any tension you notice in your body – this is your mindful body.
As you turn off your sense of sight, turn your awareness towards your body.
- Name what’s happening within you. Consider what emotions, body states, and thoughts that are coming up for you.
Record the emotions, body states, and thoughts as “I” statements: I am scared, I am happy, I am anxious, I am curious, I am exhausted.
Use your breath to return to your mindful body.
- Notice the sensations present within your body. Starting at your feet, notice the warmth, coolness, movement, tingling, tightness, or pressure. It is also okay if you do not feel anything. Try to connect these sensations with the emotions, thoughts and bodystates you named.
Record what you notice in your body.
Use your breath to return to your mindful body.
- Nourish your being, intentionally. Now that you have connected your sensations with your thoughts and emotions, give yourself what you need. If you notice anger, consider what outlet would be helpful for releasing your anger. Whatever you notice, be intentional about giving yourself what you need.
Record your best anecdotes for what you named and noticed in your body.
