Subdued the anxious mind, a meditation to help you rest, to help you experience peace,

to help you let go, to help you be present. Welcome, I'm Lauren.

Before we start the practice, set all yourself into a space, a safe, secure space,

see uncomfortable loose clothing, declutter the space and set an intention around this

practice. A mindful intention for this meditation. Before you settle yourself down, shake yourself

out, shake your arms and legs and wriggle your fingers and toes, be aware of the movement of your

body, be aware of the connection between your mind and your body's movements, the union between

your body and your conscious mind. And when you're ready, we will begin. Sit down or lie down comfortably

and we will begin. Sometimes we might have a critical inner voice or a chattering inner voice that

speaks to us. And rather than sitting in the solace of the present moment, we might listen to this

voice, this inner voice. Let's take a moment to be present, to be fully present in this moment.

If your inner voice is bringing up any feelings or thoughts, look down upon that inner voice.

Notice that inner voice and move towards detaching from that inner voice. Being aware that

detachment is a process. Allow yourself the time and space to detach.

Our inner voice is so often connected to the ego. The ego's need to belong.

The ego's need to be seen. The ego's need to be liked to be approved of.

And the ego can distract and speak to us. Perhaps it is time to shut the door on the ego.

If you choose to do so, breathe in and release the breath. If you choose to do so, notice the

pattern of your breathing. The gentle inhale and the exhale. Notice the length of each breath.

Notice any particular patterns of breathing. Almost as if you are watching the waves in the ocean.

Watch the rhythmic pattern of your breathing. Whatever occurs, whatever happens, it's okay.

You have chosen these words to support your practice.

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