Wellness is the natural state of my body.
 
My body and health are pivotal to my overall well-being. I realize that my quality of life is affected by my health. Because of this, I take care of my body and make healthy choices.
 
Wellness is important to me.
 
I choose healthy foods that nourish my body and avoid disturbing my mind. The nutrients I receive from healthy meals provide my body with the essential materials to maintain and heal itself.
 
Eating well is a big part of maximal wellness, but there are other components that are just as crucial.
 
I support my body’s efforts to be healthy by getting sufficient sleep. I aim to sleep for at least seven hours each night. Sleep rejuvenates my body and mind. I look forward to getting the rest my body requires. A full night of rest is a priority for me.

​Exercise is another important component of wellness. I take part in thirty minutes of healthy exercise each day. My body craves exercise. It keeps my muscles toned and supple. My heart and lungs grow stronger with regular exercise.
 
Today, I allow my body to reach a natural state of wellness. I avoid foods or activities that contradict wellness. I allow my body to heal itself. Wellness is the natural state of my body.
 
Self-Reflection Questions:
 

1. How is my current diet interfering with my quest for wellness?
2. What activities do I take part in that are obstacles to health and wellness?
3. What habits am I willing to develop that will move my body toward a state of wellness?

Getting started with meditation is a lot easier than you may think. There isn’t any special equipment you need to buy or classes you should be taking. While buying a book, a guided meditation audio recording or an app for your smartphone are certainly options, you don’t even have to do that to get started. I’ll share everything you need to know to get started meditating right here in this post.
 
Start by getting comfortable in a spot that’s as free of distractions as possible. You want to sit down either on a chair with your feet firmly planted on the ground, or sitting cross-legged on the floor. If you sit on the floor, you’ll be more comfortable if you sit on a cushion. It’s important that you can sit in whatever position you choose comfortably and that you’re keeping your back straight. Slumping may make you sleepy while you meditate, and bad posture may cause you discomfort after a while.
 
Before we start with the actual meditation, let’s get back to distractions. In the beginning, you want to cut as many of them out as possible. Choose a quiet spot where no one will interrupt you. Turn off the ringer on your phone, close the blinds if you think it will help to create a calm and soothing space. You won’t always have to go through all this trouble to meditate because, after a little practice, you’ll be able to do the little meditation exercise I’m about to share with you anytime, anywhere. But like any new skill, meditating can be a little hard in the beginning. It sounds simple enough, but it’s easy to get distracted. That’s why it’s important to set yourself up for success by cutting out any distractions you can.
 
Here’s how to meditate. Sit down, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Notice how the air flows in and out of your nose and mouth. Try to think of nothing else. This is the hard part and something that takes practice. Start meditating for a few minutes here and there and increase the time as you move along. Don’t judge yourself when your thoughts stray.
Keep bringing yourself back to the sensation of the breath anytime you notice that you’re thinking of something else.
 
That’s all there’s to it. Getting started with meditation is simple, but like any new skill, it takes practice. Which is the reason you should have your Moon Cycle Mama Holistic Wellness Journal or Moon Cycle Papa  Wellness Journal near to write how are you feeling, what did you discover about yourself, etc. Throughout the meditation session. Be patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself. Stick with it and keep practicing these new meditation skills. You’ll be glad you did.