Today Thay reminded us that walking meditation can be a very useful practice for beginners. Walking slowly, we take one step as we breathe in, and one step as we breathe out. We focus on our breathing, and on walking mindfully and peacefully.
You Can Do It
Walking meditation is practicing meditation while walking. It can bring you joy and peace while you practice it. Take short steps in complete relaxation; go slowly with a smile on your lips, with your heart open to an experience of peace. You can feel truly at ease with yourself. Your steps can be those of the healthiest, most secure person on earth. All sorrows and worries can drop away while you are walking. To have peace of mind, to attain self-liberation, learn to walk in this way. It is not difficult. You can do it. Anyone can do it who has some degree of mindfulness and a true intention to be happy.
(excerpt from "A Guide to Walking Meditation" by Thich Nhat Hanh)
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