5 Earth-Body-Soul: A Meditation for Serenity and Joy

Jul 5

Written By Amy Beasley

“Learn to be calm and you will always be happy. ”

— Paramahansa Yogananda

Daily Word of Intention

CENTER

Centering Thought

I am calm; I am peace; I am happy; I am joy.

Questions

How do you find serenity?
How do you experience joy?
Are you allowing your joy?
Are you comfortable in your peace?

Gratitude:

I am so thankful joy. I am thankful for all the little things in my life that bring me joy each day. I am thankful for my awareness of my happiness. I am thankful for my peace. I am thankful for my serenity. I am so very thankful for my inner sanctuary where I can find serenity and joy whenever I need them.

Transcript for the Meditation

Joy and peace—innate gifts we hold within. Always within waiting our discovery again and again -

Ground yourself in a comfortable seat. Sit up tall. Take a deep breath. Close your eyes Align your head over your heart and straighten you spine. rest your hands on your knees with your palms open towards the sky.

Inhale deeply through your nose. Exhale and relax your shoulders. Breathe in deeply through your nose. Exhale. Relax.

Breathe in and breathe out. Notice your thoughts as they arise. Let them pass as you focus on your awareness of your breath. Breathe in. Breathe out. Inhale - peace. Exhale - peace. You are relaxed.

Bring your awareness to your legs and feet. They are becoming heavy. Now your belly is heavy. Your arms and hands are heavy. Notice how you feel. Become aware of your upper body. Your spine - it’s getting lighter as it stretches up towards the sky. Your shoulders are lighter. Your neck is longer and lighter. Your head - lighter. All of your upper body is getting lighter and lighter.

Breathe in and feel your rib cage open and expand. Breathe out and feel yourself contract. Inhale - expand. Exhale - contract. You are quiet. You are still. Enjoy this moment.

Cultivating our centering thought:

I am calm; I am peace; I am happy; I am joy.

And now - silently on your own.

Slowly begin to move your fingers and toes. Nod your head. Shift your shoulders and gently open your eyes.

Thank you for joining me to meditate today. Have a beautiful day. See you again soon. Peace for now -

Amy Beasley