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Our minds are often occupied by 
thoughts of the past and plans 

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for the future. 
We play these scenarios over and

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over again in our mind. 
These thoughts take us away from

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the present moment and 
disconnect us from what matters 

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most. 
Life is only found in the 

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present. 
Remind yourself of that as you 

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go about your day. 
Let's begin by noticing the 

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weight of the body, allowing the
body to relax into the chair. 

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And as the body begins to relax,
allow your eyes to close. 

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Take a moment to consider this 
verse. 

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I focus on this one thing, 
forgetting the past and looking 

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forward to what lies ahead. 
And again, I focus on this one 

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thing, forgetting the past and 
looking forward to what lies 

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ahead. 
Bring your attention to any 

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emotions you're carrying with 
you. 

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Not engaging with your feelings,
just noticing them. 

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Almost like you're observing 
your emotions and then letting 

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them go. 
Just like loosening your grip, 

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you're letting go of those 
feelings. 

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Let God handle whatever is out 
of your control. 

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This is a place of acceptance 
and safety. 

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You can always find rest in God.
Now begin to notice how your 

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body feels. 
When it feels comfortable, begin

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to consciously relax the body. 
Scanning down from your head to 

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your toes, release any areas of 
tension in the body. 

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Surrender all of your stress and
all of your responsibilities and

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just let your mind rest. 
You are safe. 

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God is looking out for you. 
Now gently bring your awareness 

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to the breath. 
Allow your breath to deepen and 

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fill the lungs. 
Big deep breath in and then 

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taking twice as long on the 
exhale. 

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Let the inhale come easily and 
effortlessly and then exhale, 

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controlling the breath. 
Allow yourself to be here in 

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this moment. 
This is all that matters right 

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now. 
Whatever you need to let go of, 

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let it go. 
Release it to God. 

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Today is a new day with new 
opportunities. 

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Allow your breath to renew your 
spirit and connect you to your 

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Creator who loves you. 
Deep breath in through the nose 

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and out through the mouth. 
Remember, this is a place of 

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love. 
Let this practice be whatever 

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you need it to be. 
God's calming presence is always

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accessible to you. 
Let your awareness rest in the 

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loving presence of God. 
Take this verse with you. 

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I focus on this one thing, 
forgetting the past and looking 

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forward to what lies ahead. 
When it feels easy, bring your 

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attention back to the feeling of
the breath. 

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Take a few more deep breaths and
slowly allow your eyes to open. 

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Notice how the breath changes 
the way you feel. 

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I hope you feel a little more 
relaxed. 

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We'll see you again tomorrow. 
Take care of yourself.