It’s that time of the year when everything is coming alive again after a cold winter ( especially this one ! ). This is a perfect time to practice a walking meditation.
Before we begin, here is what Thich Nhat Hanh says about walking meditation:
” Walking meditation is meditation while walking. We walk slowly, in a relaxed way, keeping a light smile on our lips. When we practice this way, we feel deeply at ease , and our steps are those of the most secure person on Earth. All our sorrows and anxieties drop away, and peace and joy fill our hearts. Anyone can do it. It takes only a little time, a little mindfulness , and the wish to be happy. “
As you are walking remember , you are not trying to arrive anywhere or attain a goal. Your destination is to be here and now with your breath. As you walk pay attention to your breath. Perhaps on the in breath you can say, ” breathing in calm. “ and on the out breath, ” breathing out worry.” Walk, walk , walk…………
