Natural Sounds Meditation

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Natural Sounds Meditation]( Meditating with the natural sounds of nature will help you connect to something larger than yourself. The tool most commonly used to focus our minds in meditation is the breath. When we sit down to meditate, drawing our attention inward counteracts our habitual tendency to be scattered. Meditation on the breath helps us gather our energy into our bodies, centering and grounding us in the present moment. Almost as readily available as our breath are the sounds of the natural world. From rain to wind to the ocean and birds, meditating on these aural manifestations brings us not only a sense of peace, but also an experience of connection to the physical world. It is easy to get stuck inside our own heads and our individual lives. We get caught up in our goals and plans and almost forget that we live in a world that is always there, humming away in the background. There is an internal shift that occurs when we tune into that background and really give it our attention. It’s as if we are discovering a more expansive world, because we are. We are also experiencing ourselves in relation to something larger. This discovery makes us feel rejuvenated and more expansive. The vast and ceaselessly churning ocean is an ideal place for meditating on the sounds of nature. Sit quietly and surrender to the sounds of the thundering, crashing waves. Let go of your ambitions and listen. Rivers and lakes also sing their own songs. Even if you live in the middle of a city, the wind howls and whistles and the rain taps out a variety of sounds depending on where it falls — on the sidewalk, a tin roof, a car window, or a muddy slope. Tune into these sounds next time you hear them instead of letting them fade into the background. Stop and listen as if you are hearing a sublime piece of music. Let the music of this world take you on a journey of natural sounds. Did you like this Inspiration? ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. ♥ Loved this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Guided Relaxation With Ocean Sounds]( By Nuria Reed Reconnect with the natural rise and fall of your energy just as nature intended. Like the effortless rhythm of the seasons, the ocean tides, and the moon cycle, everything happens in phases and we are our most creative, happy, and authentic when we live in accordance with this rhythm. In this course by meditation and yoga expert Nuria Reed, you’ll be guided through gentle relaxation meditations and breathwork accompanied by the soothing sounds of the ocean at a gorgeous seascape location. As the waves move in and out, the rhythm of the neuronal waves in your brain will match it, leading to a more tranquil state of consciousness and a greater bond with our natural world. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Increase Your Muscle Tone After 40 for Women]( - [Fix It With Food: Heal Your Body]( - [A Vagus Nerve Belly Bloat Rescue]( - [10-Minute Abs Workout to Banish Menopausal Belly Fat]( - [Fearless Aging With Meridian Tapping]( Recommended For You [8-Week Whole Body Makeover!]( [Learn More]( [Contact Your Angels for Empowerment]( [Learn More]( [Be Abtastic in 7 Days]( [Learn More]( [Changing Perspective on Death]( [Learn More]( [Heal Yourself With Writing]( [Learn More]( [Soul-to-Soul Animal Communication]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Science of Medical Intuition]( 2. [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( 3. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 4. [12-Minute Standing Abs Workout]( 5. [Increase Your Muscle Tone After 40 for Women]( 6. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 7. [Clearing Physical and Emotional Clutter]( 8. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 9. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 10. [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.