THEME: “Finding Light Through Non-Attachment”
Many of us are finding that everything is all too much right now. It is easy to get caught up with worries about what the future might look like, and how things in the past have led to this moment. But let’s help prioritise our sense of peace this month, support our well-being and practice a bit of non-attachment. We can practice this by being in and aware of the world around us, but yet finding moments to not get so caught up in it: dramas, worries, the material losses, politics, the pandemic and so on.
Find moments to be completely at peace, by finding a sense of wholeness in the present moment. Let’s not forget to have joyful and calming moments in our life, no matter what is going on around us and let the light in.
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GUIDED MEDITATION
Watch the short explainer video by Jen, that describes how to settle in with a meditation.
MEDITATION: PRACTICING NON-ATTACHMENT
Prioritise your peace and happiness ~ Practicing non- attachment can help us! Embrace changes, do your best to stop comparing yourself to others, enjoy life and love unconditionally, even if just for fleeting moments.
Time: 15 minutes
When to practice: when you need TO UNBURDEN YOURSELF WITH WHAT IS HAPPENING ALL AROUND YOU
Despite all that is going on around you, practice being in the world without getting caught up in it, and find a sense of wholeness in this very moment. Let go of distractions, worries and any negative views of ourselves, as well as any future concerns, stresses and uncertainties.
Grab a blanket and get cosy. You can do this anytime yourself, or with your family members too. Simply click on the video and settle in.
We are here for you, for them.
yoga poses: Slow Down and Let Your Worries Melt Away
This months yoga poses serve to allow the body to completely relax and soften, and let your worries melt away. We are also introducing everyday props which you will have laying around your home, to help support you through the two restorative poses.
(FOLLOW ALONG WITH JEN IN THE VIDEOs BELOW.)
Breathing exercise: LENGTHENING THE EXHALE
This is a lovely, calming breathing technique where you take a longer exhale which is connected to calming the parasympathetic nervous system. You can inhale here to a count of four, and exhale to a count of six. Repeat at least three times.
Take your time, there is no rush. Go at your own pace.
(watch the video below FOR GUIDANCE WITH JEN)
“non-attachment” MANTRA
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
notice your thoughts
Tune into those moments when you begin to go on a downward spiral. Practice self-enquiry into why this has happened, sit with your thoughts, then choose to do something in that moment to boost you. Maybe press the pause button in your mind, make a hot drink or take three healing breaths.
the daily mindfulness we all need
Choose one thing from the program this month that can help you each day. One day that might be extending your exhales for a brief moment, or maybe grabbing some pillows and taking a restorative pose with some relaxing music. Carving out a bit of time for your well-being every day will benefit your mind and your heart.
try something new
When everything feels like it’s the same, days merging into weeks, weeks into months, things seem stale and we can feel low in energy and happiness. Write down a few new things you would like to try this month- e.g. baking something new, walking a different route, learning a topic that interests you and give it a go!
RELAXING BACKGROUND MUSIC
Our recommendations this month for positive affirmation and when you need a boost!
WITH GRATITUDE
