5-Minute Shower Meditation
Meditation and mindfulness do not have to be complicated, or even extremely formal. In order to make it a regular practice, finding easy ways to incorporate it into your daily schedule is extremely beneficial. You have to shower anyway, so why not use it as an opportunity to bring some peace and calm into your day? Read on below for my simple 5-minute shower meditation.
Begin by taking some deep breaths, completely filling your tummy up with air. You can place a hand on your stomach for a few breaths to really feel the sensation of a full breath, bringing your awareness to it.
Clear your mind of any thoughts; but it's totally okay if one ends up sliding in. If a thought tries to take your attention, notice it with interest, then allow the water to wash it away; from your head, down your body, and then out and down the drain.
Allow the water to carry away any feelings of guilt, sadness or anxiety as you continue to breathe deeply in the shower, enjoying feelings of peace and relaxation.
When you're ready to bring your shower meditation to a close, set an intention and fully bring your focus to that intention for several breaths before bringing your awareness back into the present moment.
“May mercy and peace and love be multiplied to you.”
