Saturday, August 31, 2013

Daily Practice

Daily Practice for your Well Being and Peace Of Mind

In the morning: Wake up happy.  Make it your intention to have a fruitful day:
When awake and in bed, take a few 
deep abdominal breaths, tighten up your body as you breathe in, let go and relax your body as you breathe out. Then breathe normally with awareness and say these sentences: 
“Waking up this morning, I smile, twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment, and to look at all beings with eyes of love and compassion." 
   -Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh

During the day: Remember these things:
- PBS = Pause, Breathe (with awareness) and Smile.
- Be aware of what you are doing, thinking and saying.
- Wisely CARE for yourself and CARE for others:
Compassion Appreciation REspect - Take time to note and show gratitude of what you have, who you are...

Whenever you can:
- Meditate: Sit quietly, close your eyes and follow your breathing. Ideally 30-60 minutes; alternatively a few minutes several times a day.
- Do physical exercises with breathing awareness. Example: Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Gung, walking, running...
- Lie down flat on the floor, be still, follow your breathing and be aware of various parts of your body (from ‘head to toe’.) Do this anytime you want a break or feel tired.
- Hug your loved ones and friends.

At Night: Lying in bed, before going to sleep, breathe and feel Loving Kindness and Gratitude in your heart.

Be an ethical, balanced and compassionate leader.
May Peace, Love and Joy be with all.

Chau Yoder: www.high-spirits.com; chauyoder@high-spirits.com

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