HOW TO MAKE MEDITATION A DAILY HABIT FOR LIFE

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peacefulbreathing May 7, 2024

HOW TO MAKE MEDITATION A DAILY HABIT FOR LIFE? It is very common to stop practicing meditation. As beginners, we are excited about the benefits, inspired by this new thing but after a while, most of us stop meditating. So how do develop a regular practice? How do you get back into meditation after taking a break? And how do you make meditation a habit?

In this week’s video, i share several tips to do just that. Hope you’ll enjoy them!

7 TIPS TO MEDITATE MORE CONSISTENTLY

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  • Pisces (February 19 – March 20): Amethyst, Jade, Aquamarine

These stones are believed to resonate strongly with the energies and characteristics associated with each zodiac sign.

  • Crystal Grids for Zodiac Rituals:

    • Enhance your astrological rituals by creating custom crystal grids tailored to the energy of each zodiac sign. Use stones like citrine for Leo to boost confidence or amethyst for Pisces to enhance intuition. Incorporating crystal grids amplifies the potency of your intentions and aligns your practice with celestial energies.

  • Charging Birth Charts with Crystals:

    • Infuse your birth chart readings with crystal energy by placing relevant stones on key astrological points. For example, place carnelian on your Mars sign for vitality or rose quartz on your Venus sign for love. By charging your birth chart with crystals, you deepen your connection to your cosmic blueprint and empower your astrological journey.

  • Astrological Crystal Meditation:

    • Incorporate crystals into your meditation practice to align with astrological energies and deepen your spiritual connection. Choose stones that resonate with the current astrological season or your personal astrological placements. For instance, meditate with malachite during Taurus season to ground your energy or with moonstone during Cancer season to enhance intuition.

Examples of Intention Setting with Crystals:

  • Physical Healing: “I program this crystal to support my body’s natural healing process and promote overall well-being.”
  • Emotional Support: “I set the intention for this crystal to foster calmness, reduce anxiety, and bring emotional balance.”
  • Spiritual Growth: “I imbue this crystal with the intention to deepen my connection to my spiritual self and enhance my intuition.”
  • Manifestation: “I program this crystal to attract abundance, success, and positive opportunities into my life.”

Tips for Effective Intention Setting:

  • Clarity: Be clear and concise in your intention. The more specific you are, the better.
  • Positive Framing: Focus on positive affirmations rather than negations. Instead of “I want to reduce stress,” say “I choose to experience calmness and peace.”
  • Visualization: Visualize your desired outcome as you set your intention.
  • Gratitude: Express gratitude to the crystal for its potential support.

Examples of Crystal-Chakra Alignment:

  1. Root Chakra (Base of Spine): Associated with grounding, stability, and security. Crystals like bloodstone, red jasper, and black tourmaline are commonly used.

  2. Sacral Chakra (Lower Abdomen): Associated with creativity, passion, and sensuality. Crystals like carnelian, orange calcite, and amber are often used.

  3. Solar Plexus Chakra (Upper Abdomen): Associated with personal power, confidence, and self-esteem. Crystals like citrine, yellow jasper, and tiger’s eye are commonly used.

  4. Heart Chakra (Center of Chest): Associated with love, compassion, and empathy. Crystals like rose quartz, green aventurine, and malachite are often used.

  5. Throat Chakra (Throat): Associated with communication, truth, and self-expression. Crystals like sodalite, celestite, and aquamarine are commonly used.

  6. Third Eye Chakra (Brow): Associated with intuition, wisdom, and imagination. Crystals like amethyst, lapis lazuli, and fluorite are often used.

  7. Crown Chakra (Top of Head): Associated with spirituality, connection to the divine, and enlightenment. Crystals like clear quartz, amethyst, and selenite are commonly used.

  • Love and Self-Compassion: Rose quartz, known as the “Stone of Love,” is associated with emotional healing, self-acceptance, and fostering feelings of love.
  • Focus and Concentration: Amethyst is believed to promote mental clarity, focus, and memory, making it a popular choice for students and professionals during demanding tasks.
  • Stress and Anxiety Relief: Lepidolite, with its calming and balancing properties, is thought to reduce negativity and promote relaxation, aiding in stress and anxiety management.
  • Creativity and Inspiration: Citrine, often called the “Success Stone,” is believed to stimulate creativity, increase motivation, and attract abundance, making it a valuable tool for entrepreneurs and artists.
  • Sleep and Relaxation: Selenite, known for its cleansing and purifying properties, is believed to promote peaceful sleep and tranquility by creating a calming environment.

  1. Mark the Season: Take note of the upcoming equinoxes or solstices, which mark significant shifts in the Earth’s seasons and energies. Consider researching the astrological significance of these events to deepen your understanding.

  2. Create a Ritual Space: Set aside time to honor the changing season in a space that feels sacred to you. This could be indoors or outdoors, depending on your preference and availability.

  3. Connect with Nature: Spend time in nature, whether it’s a walk in the woods, a visit to the beach, or simply sitting in your backyard. Take time to observe the changes happening around you and reflect on the rhythms of the natural world.

  4. Express Gratitude: Use this time to express gratitude for the abundance in your life and the blessings of the season. You may choose to journal, create artwork, or simply speak aloud your thanks to the universe.

Prepare Your Space: Find a quiet and comfortable space where you can engage in your eclipse ritual without distractions. Consider setting up an altar with items that hold personal significance to you, such as crystals, candles, or symbols of transformation.

Set Intentions: Reflect on the energies of the eclipse and what transformations you wish to manifest in your life. Write down your intentions on a piece of paper, focusing on areas where you seek growth, healing, or spiritual awakening.

Engage in Ritual: During the eclipse, whether it’s visible in your area or not, take time to meditate, pray, or perform rituals that resonate with you. You may choose to light candles, burn incense, or use sound instruments to create a sacred atmosphere and deepen your connection to the cosmic energies.

Release and Surrender: As you engage in your eclipse ritual, let go of any attachments or limitations that no longer serve you. Trust in the process of transformation and allow yourself to surrender to the flow of cosmic energy.

  1. Preparation: Create a sacred space by clearing clutter and lighting candles or incense. You may also want to take a cleansing bath or smudge yourself with sage to purify your energy.

  2. Write Down What to Release: Take a piece of paper and write down anything you wish to release, such as negative emotions, old patterns, or limiting beliefs. Be honest and specific about what you want to let go of.

  3. Release Ceremony: Go outside under the light of the Full Moon or find a window where you can see the moon. Hold your written intentions in your hands and speak them aloud, declaring your readiness to release them. Then, tear up the paper or burn it in a fireproof container as a symbolic act of release.

  4. Meditation and Reflection: Sit quietly and meditate on the space you’ve created within yourself by letting go. Reflect on how you feel lighter and more free without the weight of what you’ve released.

  5. Closing: Close the ritual with a few deep breaths and a sense of gratitude for the opportunity to release what no longer serves you. Thank the moon and any spiritual guides or higher powers you work with for their support.

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Set the Scene: Find a quiet and comfortable space where you won’t be disturbed. Light a candle and set up any other items that help create a sacred atmosphere, such as crystals or incense.

Reflect and Clarify: Take a few moments to center yourself and reflect on your goals and desires. What do you want to manifest in your life? Write down your intentions on a piece of paper, focusing on what you want to create or attract.

Visualize and Affirm: Close your eyes and visualize yourself already experiencing your intentions as if they have already come true. Feel the emotions associated with achieving your goals. Then, recite your intentions aloud as affirmations, speaking them into existence.

Release and Surrender: After stating your intentions, release them to the universe with a sense of trust and surrender. Let go of any attachment to the outcome and trust that the universe will support you in manifesting your desires.

Gratitude Practice: Express gratitude for the blessings in your life and for the opportunity to set intentions for positive change. Close the ritual with a moment of gratitude and appreciation.

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