And as I walk the floors, I do an "I Am" meditation. I say to myself: "I am..."
and then fill in the blank. For example:
I am...........safe.
I am...........needed.
I am......protected by God.
I am......loved.
I am.......worried.
I am.....fearful.
I am...........needed.
I am......protected by God.
I am......loved.
I am.......worried.
I am.....fearful.
Whatever thoughts come to my mind.....as I walk, I just keep thinking "I am" thoughts as a way to ground myself and to still any chaos.
And then I conclude with:
"I am loved by an everlasting love."
And I may repeat this a few times.I haven't tried this sitting, because the moments in my life these last weeks have either been standing, walking, driving or sleeping. But as a walking meditation, I find this to be very centering and grounding.
It is also a good way to allow the free flow of thought to take a personal inventory of how your body, mind and spirit is doing. As you free flow -- true feelings will bubble up and answer the "I am" invitation. You may be surprised at how you are.
Try it and see if it works for you.
1 comment:
Another great idea, Ann. I noticed -- after your post made me pay attention to it -- that I count when I walk. I must have OCD. I'm going to adopt your walking meditation instead...so much more positive and life-improving. Thank you once again, my friend!
Post a Comment