Thanksgiving - a 3 part meditation

For many of us, November is a month of reflection, an opportunity to count our numerous blessings on more than just Thanksgiving day. For the next few weeks, I offer you a series of simple meditations and invite you to still your mind, know your heart, and celebrate the cycle of giving and receiving in which you have participated.

MEDITATION 1: GRATEFULNESS

​The meaning of grateful is feeling or showing appreciation for something done or received. 

Meditation Activity

1. ​Set a timer for 5 minutes (a fixed time allows you to focus without interrupting thoughts and ideas)
2. Grab pen and paper for a quick brainstorm (do not use electronic devices which tend to divert our attention with notifications)
3. Reflecting on those things tangible and intangible that you've received and for which you feel gratitude, quickly writing down everything that comes to mind.
4. Once your brainstorming begins to slow, its time to switch gears. Note: this may take the full 5 minutes of your initial meditation day.
5. Beginning anywhere on the list that you want, it is time to dive deeper. (1) Visualize the person's face. (2) Notice the emotion that you feel as you remember the interaction. (3) State out loud or in writing your gratitude for the person, act, and the lasting impact you've felt.
6. Work your way through the list with 5-minute increments of intentional reflection (add to the list as needed).
7. Feel free to spread the positive feelings that you create during your meditation by expressing your gratitude to the individual verbally or in writing.

I am confident that this gratitude meditation will fill you with energy, happiness, and a sense of fulfillment. Please take a moment to share your experience by commenting here or on social media. 

My statement of gratitude to all of you
"I am lucky to have caring colleagues and friends who give me unconditional support by following my business on social media and sharing my work. Your positive comments and words of encouragement keep me energized to continue forging my path and connecting with like-minded business professionals. Thank you for standing beside me and cheering me onward." - Rita Ernst, November 2019