Episode 89: Gratitude Journal | Place

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Meditation Script:

Today, I invite you to keep a writing utensil and notebook handy for some light

journaling. Finding a comfortable, supported, and relaxed position. As you

breathe in, notice areas of the body where you may be holding tension or

busyness of mind. Exhaling, relax and let go whatever you can. Direct your

attention to that gentle lift of your chest as you breathe in. Let your

shoulders soften and chest relax as you exhale. Enjoy one more deep breath in,

deep breath out, then find your natural rhythm of breath.

Bring to mind a place you are thankful for. Here, if you haven’t already, you might

close your eyes, and bring this place fully to your imagination. Perhaps you

are in that place. Perhaps it’s a vacation spot or somewhere in your home. Is

the place indoors or outdoors? Bring to your memory and imagination what you

see, what you can touch and feel, the aromas on the air, the sounds. If this is

a space with food and drink, perhaps bring to mind any tastes you’ve experienced

in this place. Imagine being fully immersed in this place. Are you alone, or are

other people present? How does it feel in your body to be in this place? Imagine

those feelings of ease and freedom, of love and support, of joy and excitement.

Here, say out loud or softly to yourself, “I am thankful for [name the place].

I am thankful for… I am thankful for…”

Now, gently open your eyes, and take a moment to journal about this place. Include

details of what this place looks like, including descriptions of what you sense in this

place. Perhaps a pleasant memory comes to mind, write down what you remember.

Note what it is about this place that you are thankful for. Take as much time

as you need. Feel free to pause this recording to continue writing.

Once you’ve journaled about this place, take a moment of gratitude for the space you’re

in here and now, the physical space, the time and space you’ve given yourself to pause

and reflect and extend gratitude, the mental space you’ve cleared to direct your

thoughts toward the space you’re thankful for. Move through your day or into

rest, thankful for those places that give you a sense of peace, support, and

joy. Thank you for meditating with me. Peace.

Written + Performed by: Jessica Haessly