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NAVIGATE STRESS & OVERWHELM WITH GRACE
In the midst of life's storms, when stress and overwhelm threaten to consume your spirit, this empowering ritual stands as a guiding beacon, illuminating your path through the chaos. With each step, you'll find solace and renewed clarity, forging a connection to the tranquillity that resides within.
Preparation: Creating Sacred Space
1. Choose a Tranquil Setting: Find a peaceful corner, indoors or outdoors, where you can connect with the elements and your inner self.
2. Gather Essentials: Assemble a candle, a small bowl of water, and a fragrant flower or essential oil that you associate with calmness and which resonates with you in this moment. Some suggestions include rose, lavender, chamomile, frankincense, jasmine…
3. Set the Mood: Light the candle, stating your name and calling yourself fully present, “I (insert name) call myself full present” allowing the gentle glow of the flame to symbolise your inner light that can never be dimmed. You have now opened your practice and are ready to begin the Ritual.
The Ritual: Embracing Calm Amid Chaos
1. Centering Breath:
Stand or sit comfortably. Take three deep breaths, inhaling positivity and exhaling stress. Feel your connection to the Earth beneath you. Do this for several breaths until you feel grounded and present in this moment.
2. Water Cleanse:
Dip your fingers into the bowl of water and gently touch your forehead, heart, and palms. As you do, visualise the water purifying your thoughts, emotions, and actions.
3. Release and Let Go:
Close your eyes and imagine your stress and worries transforming into tiny leaves. Release them into the wind, symbolising their departure from your being.
4. Affirmation of Clarity:
Repeat the affirmation: "In the midst of chaos, I find my calm. Within me lies unwavering clarity." Feel the words resonating within you and repeat three times.
5. Fragrant Connection:
Inhale the fragrance of the flower or essential oil, letting its soothing aroma envelop you. Allow this scent to transport you to a state of tranquillity and think of all the sweet memories this scent invokes.
6. Candle Meditation:
Gaze at the candle flame with soft eyes. As you do, envision the flame as a torch guiding you through the darkness of stress towards the serene shores of calmness.
Note: through each of these steps, take as much time as you need to visualise, get clear, hold space, let go. This is a moment of pause and you have permission to move slowly, to allow the stress to melt away, to feel infinity extend from within you. Allow the limitlessness that resides in your being to extend outward and feel the calmness wash over you with each action. In this practice, your breath is your anchor so, be mindful of it throughout the practice.
Closing: Embracing Inner Harmony
1. Gratitude: Express gratitude for the moments of peace and clarity you've cultivated in any way you choose: give yourself a hug, whisper it to yourself, write it down… be open to whatever love language you wish to express your thankfulness for the calmness you’ve cultivated.
2. Blow Out the Candle: Gently blow out the candle, carrying the energy of your ritual into the world as you repeat the words: And it is done.
3. Carry the Calm: Whenever stress arises, recall the feeling of serenity from this ritual, tapping into your inner wellspring of clarity and grace. Remember the fragrance of your chosen flower and incorporate this bloom or fragrance into your daily life for the following seven days. With each embrace of the scent or bloom, you will be reminded of the strength you have within, the serene place of joy, pleasure and beauty that resides in you.
This ritual is your sanctuary amidst chaos, a testament to your ability to rise above and embrace tranquillity. As you continue on your journey, may the sense of calm you've cultivated remain your steadfast companion, guiding you towards a life of balance and harmony. As always, you may return to this practice whenever you need, allowing it to be a beacon of serenity as you navigate your weeks.
And if you feel called, please share what your practices look like and what ritual tools you implement to beautifully and intentionally serve you with me on the @behindtheveil___ IG account.
Amoureuse,
Brooke x
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