I Am Meditating!

I am back in the Middle East and of course the first week was so rough on me. All I could do is think of my loved ones whom I left behind. Since we’ve been back my husband has got up extremely early stretching, praying, and meditating. Since he has meditated he has been happier, more open, and just clear. When I saw these small changes I wanted to join in for my own mental health. So I jumped right on board the meditation train! I must say the ride has been quite enjoyable.

You never realize how important silence is to your life when it’s chaotic. It has been a rewarding experience that Jay has shared with me. It is such a beautiful and spiritual thing to be involved in.

Jay and I wake up around 5:00 am then pray. We stand near the window facing the sun while holding hands giving thanks to the lord. I always pray for family and friends as well as giving thanks for the ability to be alive to pray. After we are done saying our prayers we alert each other with a simply hand squeeze. Once the hands squeeze we release ourselves for the morning stretch.

We prepare our body for whatever moments we plan to take in by becoming loose. We then sit, light our candle, and meditate. I do it with my eyes closed. They say your mind is open if you can count to ten without distraction while taking deep breaths. I have achieved that. When I am meditating at first I hear the sounds of the building then they fade and all I can hear is the sounds of birds peacefully chirping.

I can truly hear the sounds that the day has made. It is a very serene experience. As this is happening I am pushing out everything negative and bringing in all that is positive. After I am done I feel like I can do almost anything. I am so glad Jay has brought this spiritual awakening to our home. I feel that is the way we should start everyday with an open mind and a positive heart.

Will you try it?

xoxo
Jersey