A Practice:
Body scanning is a practice centered around bodily awareness and sensational presence. It grounds you in the present moment by getting you to slow down by noticing any sensations you may be feeling. It can also reduce anxious thought patterns and is used in many different forms of therapy.
Start at your toes and work your way to the crown of your head
Notice any feelings of warmth or coldness radiating from your body
Send breath to any tightness or pain
Become aware of any areas you are clenching or creating tension and release them
Take inventory of your general feeling and overall health at the moment
Listen to your 5 sense: the smells, tastes, feelings, sights, and sounds
Focus your awareness on anything external touching your body: the ground, your clothes, your hair on your shoulder
Release any thoughts and take 10 deep breaths
Thank you for teaching this practice! I found it to be extremely relaxing and simple to work into my every day life !