Breathe and be happy

We humans have anywhere from 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts per day.  But according to some research, as many as 98 percent of them are exactly the same as we had the day before.  That's where meditation comes in.  It has nothing to do with being "new age" or anything like that, it's just pure facts that with meditation you get to observe your thoughts.  I like to start my yoga classes with a light meditation, it shows that even two to five minutes make a huge difference in a practice and setting a nice intention for the asanas.  Teaching my yogis that they can do this anytime and it's the best way to start the day.

A few minutes is all that it takes.  I like to do this in the morning as soon as I wake up, and when I don't, I see a huge difference in my day.  So I sit at the edge of my bed, make sure that I'm relaxed and comfortable, sometimes still having my blanket over me.  I gently close my eyes, and take a nice long deep breath.  I put a slight smile on my face and say to myself "today I will have a great day and I will be of service and be productive", or "Everyday and in every way I'm getting better and better", or "Today will be the greatest day of my life and I will find many things that make me laugh and smile".... You get the point, and feel free to create your own intentions for your meditation practice and day.  So just this simple thought and breath you are changing the flow of the day.  You actually start seeing experiences that make you happy and naturally more relaxed.  Of course the more you do it the better things get.

So sit, smile, and breathe.  Instead of being your thoughts observe your thoughts.  Notice how your body is feeling and know that you are a creator and are a beautiful powerful person.

When you get deeper into the practice you can incorporate some visualization techniques and focus on your desires.  Ask for what you want.  Know that this is already happening. You are in charge.  You don't have to know how this will come about, but use the visuals, feelings and thoughts you have about having it will bring all the answers.  Strengthen your rich brain.  By rich brain I mean use it for positivity, good feelings and success in all aspects. You have one life and you deserve to feel great.  Start your morning right and be in the moment.  Notice the difference.

Namaste,

Michaela