Earth Day Mindfulness
Earth Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to reconnect with Mother Nature. A great way to do that is with a little bit of mindfulness.
This simple practice engages all of our 5 senses. All we need to do is step outside and breathe.
Step 1:
Find a comfortable seat and take in a deep breath.
Notice how you feel right now.
Step 2:
TASTE
Make a funny face by puckering your lips and pretending you have a straw in your mouth. Sip in all the air through the “straw.” Notice how the air tastes COLD. Hold it for a second. Now let the air out by saying “Ha.” Notice how the air is WARM when you let it go.
Try that again, going from cold air to warm air.
Step 3:
SMELL
Close your eyes and breathe through your nose…what do you smell? Breathe calmly while observing the different smells around you.
Step 4:
SOUND
Keep your eyes closed…what do you hear? Breathe calmly while observing the different sounds around you.
Step 5:
SIGHT
Open your eyes and look straight ahead. Breathe…What do you see? Breathe calmly while observing your natural environment.
Step 6:
TOUCH
Close your eyes one more time. Breathe in and out and notice…what do you feel? Breathe calmly while observing these sensations.
Step 7:
Open your eyes and notice…how do you feel now?
That’s it! Hopefully you feel more relaxed and connected with Mother Earth!
