Walking Meditation: Give and Take

If you are looking for a simple mindfulness practice inspired by the power of nature, here is a short walking meditation to help you connect with the healing powers of the natural world.

How to prepare:

• Find a natural setting (your yard, a garden, woods, park, or waterfront) where you have room to walk

• Give yourself at least 10 - 15 minutes for the exercise

• Silence notifications on your phone

“Give and Take” Walking Meditation

As you walk, look for examples of cooperation and interdependence in nature:

• a tree providing shade to the plants beneath it

• insects pollinating flowers

• a decomposing log giving life to new vegetation

• In what ways do you observe nature nurturing itself?

When your walk is complete, reflect on the relationships in your life. How do those closest to you nurture and support you? What do you give to those relationships in return? Journal what comes up for you.