Relax and Meditate

Welcome to a quiet space made for slowing down, breathing deeply, and finding calm in simple ways. This page offers gentle practices you can use anytime—morning, afternoon, or before bed. Each step is easy to follow and designed to help your mind and body settle.

A Soft Beginning

Take a moment to sit comfortably. Let your hands rest in your lap. Allow your shoulders to drop. There is nothing you need to do right now except be here.

Close your eyes if that feels good. Notice the feeling of your breath moving in and out. You don’t have to change it. Just watch it, like watching waves come and go.

Simple Breathing

Try this slow, steady breath:

Breathe in through your nose for a count of four.
Hold gently for two.
Breathe out through your mouth for six.

Repeat this a few times. Each exhale helps your body release tension. Each inhale brings in a little more ease.

Relax Your Body

Move your attention from the top of your head down to your toes.

Relax your forehead.
Soften your jaw.
Let your neck loosen.
Drop your shoulders.
Relax your chest and stomach.
Let your legs feel heavy.

There is no rush. Let each part of your body settle at its own pace.

Quiet Your Thoughts

Thoughts may come and go. That is normal. Instead of fighting them, imagine they are clouds drifting across the sky. You see them, and then they pass.

If your mind feels busy, return to your breath. Slow inhale. Slow exhale. This simple rhythm brings you back to the present moment.

A Moment of Stillness

Sit quietly for a few breaths. Feel the calm growing inside you. Even a short pause like this can help you feel more grounded and clear.

End with Gratitude

When you are ready, open your eyes. Notice how your body feels now compared to when you started.

Think of one small thing you are grateful for today—a warm drink, a kind word, a peaceful moment. Let that feeling stay with you as you move through the rest of your day.

John 14:27

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”