In this tumultuous and hectic world peace is sought after most highly; in the mind, body and spirit. One can become accustomed to not being at peace and over time fail to see it as something to seek after or obtainable, allowing anxiety to conquer and rule. For today’s meditation we will focus on the scriptures concerning that which we all desire for ourselves and our loved ones.
Acupressure
Union valley point
You’ll find this pressure point in the webbing between your thumb and index finger.
Stimulating this point is said to reduce stress, headaches, and neck pain. Like the shoulder well point, it can also induce labour, so avoid this point if you’re pregnant.
To use this point:
- With your index finger and thumb, apply firm pressure to the webbing between the thumb and index finger of your other hand.
- Massage the pressure point for four to five seconds, taking slow, deep breaths.
The hall of impression point lies between your eyebrows. Applying pressure to this point is said to help with both anxiety and stress.
To use this point:
- Sit comfortably. It can help to close your eyes.
- Touch the spot between your eyebrows with your index finger or thumb.
- Take slow, deep breaths and apply gentle, firm pressure in a circular motion for 5 to 10 minutes.
The heavenly gate point is located in the upper shell of your ear, at the tip of the triangle-like hollow there.
Stimulating this point is said to help relieve anxiety, stress, and insomnia.
To use this point:
- Locate the point in your ear. It might help to use a mirror.
- Apply firm, gentle pressure in a circular motion for two minutes.
Breathing
Belly Breathing
According to The American Institute of Stress, 20 to 30 minutes of belly breathing each day will reduce stress and anxiety. Find a comfortable, quiet place to sit or lie down. For example, try sitting in a chair, sitting cross-legged, or lying on your back with a small pillow under your head and another under your knees.
- Place one hand on your upper chest and the other hand on your belly, below the ribcage.
- Allow your belly to relax, without forcing it inward by squeezing or clenching your muscles.
- Breathe in slowly through your nose. The air should move into your nose and downward so that you feel your stomach rise with your other hand and fall inward (toward your spine).
- Exhale slowly through slightly pursed lips. Take note of the hand on your chest, which should remain relatively still.
Although the sequence frequency will vary according to your health, most people begin by doing the exercise three times and working up to five to 10 minutes, one to four times a day.
Let’s Begin
An important component to successful meditation is visualization finding cultivating and expanding on imagery will greatly further your practice. For this meditation we will visualize a beautiful, serene, lush forest in the early morning hours. Visualize this scene and implement the breathing techniques and pressure points previously mentioned to deepen this meditation as you contemplate the following scriptures.
Scripture
Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6
But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,
whose confidence is in him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
and never fails to bear fruit.
Jeremiah 17:7-8
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
John 16:33
In peace I will lie down and sleep,
for you alone, Lord,
make me dwell in safety.
Psalm 4:8
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23
The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.
Romans 8:6
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters.
Psalm 23:1-2
~As you go forth, remember these words and their truths; write them down and memorize them so that they can be remembered and recited. Bookmark this page & Subscribe to CSCoulmn Daily for more guided meditations, artwork for visualization, inspired thoughts and inspirations for your daily journey. Peace be with you and be well.
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