Peace

Would you like to be peaceful & happy throughout the day? The following practice helps me begin and end the day with a few mindful moments. Practice  Wake up to breath . . 1) Before getting out of bed in the morning, tune into your breath and simply be aware of it without trying to change it. Do this for five or six breaths. 2) Express gratitude for at least two things. For instance, waking up to another day, sleeping as well as you did, or for a dream you remember. 3) Set an intention for the day. For example, "Today I will practice kindness." "Today, I will eat in a healthy way." or "I will give each of my kids five minutes of undivided attention today."

Rest in breath . . . 1) Before going to sleep at night, turn your attention to your breath. Rest in it quietly for several effortless inhalations and exhalations. 2) Review and relive mindful moments experienced during the day. Thank yourself for being aware and present. Think about constructive choices you made and congratulate yourself for making them. 3) Ask to be protected as you sleep. Each mindful moment remembered and celebrated makes a world of difference in our willingness to continue practicing.