Remember when you were a kid and you couldn’t wait to be an adult so you could do anything you wanted? For sure, now that you know “adulting” comes with toil, worry and concerns, you just want to go back to those carefree childhood days. Here’s how to step away from all of that for a few minutes and immerse yourself in the feelings of being happy, healthy, safe and peaceful.
This simple “Loving Kindness” practice has been the subject of many studies, and the outcomes are surprising. Studies have shown that this practice increases social connection and decreases chronic pain, anger and emotional distress. One study found that a 12-week Loving Kindness Meditation course significantly reduced depression and PTSD symptoms among Veterans diagnosed with PTSD.
Give yourself 6+ minutes to feel happy, healthy, safe and peaceful
Mindful awareness is at the heart of Whole Health. Mindful awareness helps you to be aware of thoughts and feelings, helping you to focus on the present and what is most important to you.
Visit the Whole Health website for more recordings and mindful awareness practices you can try: Mindful Awareness – Whole Health (va.gov).
The upcoming holiday season can bring more challenges to daily life, and it’s important to notice and recognize when you need some extra support. If you’re a Veteran in crisis or know someone who is, dial 988 then Press 1 for immediate support.
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Excellent Meditation ???. I recommend it ???
Thank you for for posting the “Loving Kindness Meditation”. I am working at VA Long Beach. Do you know where to go for meditation sitting with others at VA Long Beach?
I was actually having a Panic Attack and in the middle of that I did this meditation and the pain in my chest from the Panic Attack went away. Thank you for this meditation.