Courage Meditations
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8 minutes reflection on Courage
Sit comfortably with a straight back, relaxed hands, arms and shoulders. Keep your eyes closed or half open. Relax your mind. Take 3 deep and relaxed breaths. On the exhale you let all thoughts of where you just came from and where you are going to, leave your mind. Be mindful of your breath. Pay full attention to the sensation of the air passing through your nostrils. Sit like this for 2 minutes.
- Think of a situation where you knew how you should act in order to stand by what you believe is true. An action that required courage because you knew it would have consequences. Recall the situation clearly and be aware that though it was difficult, you conquered your doubts and fears because you knew it was the right thing to do.
- Observe how it felt to act courageously. How did it feel before and after. And in the actual moment.
- Realize that by standing firmly on what you believe you were true to yourself. And you acted as a role model by inspiring others to show courage.
- Rejoice in having benefited others in this way.
- Consider that courage does not come automatically. It has to be developed consciously. You have taken the time for that right now. Rejoice in that.
- Make a resolution that you in the future will develop courage and act courageously. Not only in order to stand on what you believe in. But also to help others and become a role model inspiring others to be courageous. That way you will contribute to the happiness of yourself and others.
--Rasmus 07:10, 4 November 2007 (EST)
