An Easy & Fun Meditation
I picked up this book (A Morning Cup of Meditation) a few months ago and have been enjoying the benefits of an easy and enjoyable meditation ever since. All it takes is a quick read and you’re good to go. With 10 associations you can use in your breathing, you’ll find relaxation, energy and a grounded sense of being. I’ve used this simple technique while falling asleep, during turbulence on a plane, on short & long walks when my mind needs a break, and other circumstances where I needed a simple reminder to focus my thoughts into a healthy and productive place.
In a nutshell, “A Morning Cup of Meditation” teaches you to count your breaths and associate words/feelings with each breath. Starting at 1, counting up to 10, and back to 1 again.
The book quickly explains the meaning behind each word, how you can put it into practice and it even has pictures! (I like pictures.)
I took some time to meet with Radar (a.k.a. The Little Brown Side) and get his thoughts on the book. Here’s our little interview:
[me]
How did you like the book?
[Radar]
Well, I don’t read per-se, but the colors are nice and my mom really liked it.
[me]
You know you’re talking about me in the third person, right?
[Radar]
Yes, but let’s act as if this is professional and you are not the one interviewing me, ok?
[me]
OK.
[Radar]
Do you like this book?
[me]
I thought I was interviewing you.
[Radar]
Just answer the question.
[me]
Yes I do.
[Radar]
Well, there you have it. You seem much calmer when you try these things. You definitely stress me out less.
[me]
Well that’s good.
[Radar]
Yes. Very. I’m part Chihuahua you know. We shake at anything so it’s nice when you’re calm. I like you. Can I lick your face now?
[me]
Yes, but I don’t know if that’s considered professional.
[Radar]
Oh, right. I forgot. Would you like my signature? I’m famous, you know.
[me]
Yes, you are. You’re top of my list.
You and Radar are hilarious! I got a good chuckle for the evening 🙂
Love this post. Love Radar and love you! Why didn’t you teach me this meditation technique when you were visiting! I think I could use it. Guess I will have to go buy the book!