Even for those who would not have a separate room to work with, you possibly can carve out a nook, or create what I name a “Zen Tray” to take with you anyplace inside or exterior of your dwelling area. Similar to making a bedtime routine, if we create a meditation routine – some folks consider it as a ritual – we’re readying the thoughts and the physique for leisure. So, what’s a “Zen Tray”? It’s a easy tray, picked up at a craft or Residence Items retailer, full of sensory gadgets that you just get pleasure from and can have interaction with every time you sit all the way down to meditate. For instance, you possibly can see my Zen Tray pictured above. It holds flowers, a candle, a tiny singing bowl, an inspirational card (which adjustments), and a few crystals. I could rearrange the gadgets and exchange them with completely different ones once in a while, however the routine or ritual is constant. They’re all objects that present completely different sensory engagement, just like the sight and odor of the lit, scented candle. The texture of the crystals in my fingers, the scent and sight of the flowers, the sound of the singing bowl once I play it and the inspiration of the message on the cardboard as I learn it to myself – all prepared me for the observe of quieting my thoughts.
It doesn’t must value a lot cash. Simply a few gadgets that you just get pleasure from are sufficient to assist arrange a peaceable and delightful routine to start the peaceable and delightful observe of meditation.
I hope this publish has impressed you to discover a quiet area, collect some gadgets to create your Zen Tray and create a easy routine for your self to assist you in a constant meditation observe. As at all times, it’s my honor to share my expertise, data and concepts with you.
Sending like to all,
Donna
