Stressed? Be kind to yourself!

Stressed? Be kind to yourself!

Stressed? Be kind to yourself!

When the pace of life is really hectic, it is easy to be so involved with everyday happenings that we become stressed and start to feel out of control. Stress builds up in the body and it makes us susceptible to accidents or illnesses. Often something like that will happen to make us stop. It is then that we can choose to either battle on regardless, or nurture ourselves until we are back on track. Most of us probably take the first option, because we feel guilty at letting people down, and we are unused to being okay about putting ourselves first.

At times like this, meditation is so valuable in releasing stress and bringing mind and body into balance. When the mind is in overdrive, it is often difficult to settle to attain quietness, and this is where the meditation technique called Loving kindness' can really help.

This technique is also known as Metta'. It is a Pali word that has two root meanings. One is the word for gentle, the other meaning is friend'. By using the metta' meditation, we are being a gentle friend to ourselves. Here is the technique for you to follow.

Find a quiet space, sit upright in a chair or on the floor, and be comfortable.Take a good deep breath in and tense the muscles in your neck and shoulders.As you exhale allow your neck and shoulders to relax.

When you feel ready, start to repeat this metta meditation to yourself over and over again for about fifteen minutes

May I be happy

May I be well

May I be safe

May I be at ease

At first repeat each statement one after the other without a break, then as the mind and emotions quieten down, break for a couple of seconds between each statement, thus allowing you to experience peacefulness. Gradually increase the gap between each statement.

Like this: May I be happy..May I be well..May I be safe.May I be at ease

During meditation stress is released attached to thoughts.

Thoughts and feelings during meditation are natural.

Simply let go of the thought and return to saying the metta.

Every meditation is different from the previous one so don't try to compare one experience with another.

The process of meditation is clearing stress regardless of the subjective experience. Therefore try to go into meditation without expectation.

Give yourself time to meditate at least once a day in a quiet place

When you finish meditating relax in your chair for a few moments before starting any activity.

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