Calm By Candlelight
Settle into a comfortable posture. Become aware of the music and as you listen to the music, let it slow your breath and slow your mind. Now create an image of a candle in your mind. Imagine the shape of the candle, the colour, the size. Focus your gaze on the flame of the candle. Notice how the flame flickers, the way the flame becomes wider, thinner, quieter, more active.
Like the melting candle wax, feel all the restlessness dissolving, all the stress dripping away, just like the melting wax from the candle. Feel relaxation flowing through your whole body, from the tips of your toes to the very top of your head and feel your breath flowing smoothly.
Now relax your eyes and rest your gaze on the flickering flame of the candle. And if your attention wanders off, simply bring your attention back to the candle flame. As you keep your gaze softly anchored on the candle light, simply enjoy the soothing ambiance.
Let the glow of candlelight comfort your heart and illuminate your soul. Let the light of warmth and calm flow to everything that’s important to you, let it flow into the world. Now draw your gaze away from the flame and bring your attention back to where you are. Become as present as you can.