MOVEMENT is medicine
Part of magnetic self meditation includes noticing the physical traits of your magnetic self. The intent of this is to introduce a vision for what you look like when you feel your best. It’s not about trying to physically change our appearance to feel more magnetic, but rather asking: when we feel our most magnetic -- how are we looking after our bodies? Do you see the shift? One comes from an externally based intention, whereas the other is an internally based intention.
For example: In my magnetic self meditation, I could see that I had great posture and I moved in a way that felt strong and intentional. It was obvious that exercise was a part of my life and a value of mine when I feel my best. What that tells me -- is that somewhere deep down, It’s important to me to feel strong in my body and exercise.
Not only are there immense benefits to physically moving our bodies, but it also helps reduce depression and anxiety. Just a 20 minute walk can completely elevate our mental state.
If you are able, part of this workshop that is optional but: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED is scheduling in personal time each week to go for a walk by yourself. If you can, try at least 3-4 times a week for the month ahead. Pick a place that feels good to you (a park nearby or by the waterfront) and dedicate at least 20 - 40 minutes to spend some time with yourself in movement. The intent of this time isn’t to change our bodies, but to reconnect with them. The movement in partnership with the workshop means we have sacred time in our weeks dedicated to the care of our mind and our bodies.
A few suggestions for your walk time:
1 Put together a secret playlist that no one else can see. In it -- add all of your favorite songs, ones that make you feel most like yourself and feel good. They don’t have to make sense, just a collection of music that feels like you at your best.
2 Upleveling podcast content: In the weekly emails I’ll be sharing quality podcast listens. You could use this time to listen to a podcast on a specific topic that you’ve been curious about but havent had time to explore.
3 Audible: Use your walking time to listen to a new book. Pick one that you are really excited by. Not one you feel like you should read -- but one that you genuinely are looking forward to listening to.
4 Enjoy the quiet of nature. Let your focus land on things that you otherwise may not have noticed at all. The way the tree’s leaves glimmer in the light. The sound of strangers laughing. Cute dogs that look like their owners.