Meditation by Mental Health & Wellbeing Tutor, Emma
According to Mind.com, Meditation is a helpful way to regulate mood and reduce anxiety. When you have a spare few minutes, try this short meditation exercise below. You might find it easier to pre-record yourself and listen back, or get a close family member or friend to read it to you…
Sit in a comfortable position with your back straight and close your eyes.
Imagine you are lying in a field, next to a gently flowing stream.
It is a spring day; the air is clear and fresh.
The sun is shining through the trees, you feel it on your face.
You can hear the birds singing and the water gently flowing.
Your breath is relaxed, you feel yourself sinking into the grass.
Now, imagine any negative or heavy thoughts you have been holding
onto floating away on the stream.
The current carries them away far into the distance and out of sight.
You feel your negativity, worry and stress leaving you.
You feel lighter and lighter. Your breath is slow and calm.
If you believe this has taken place, the feeling of lightness and calm should stay with you for a while.
After meditation: try to recall this feeling of calm throughout the day. Focus on your breath for 1 minute and let all your stress and tension fall away again. Remembering this positive and calm feeling throughout the day is our mindfulness. The more we practice the easier it will become to let go.