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Stepping away from busyness and 
constant stimulation can feel 

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somewhat like a physical 
withdrawal. 

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It can also create impatience 
with the process. 

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By meditating, you'll eventually
break this unhealthy addiction 

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to busyness. 
You will find peace and 

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tranquility. 
Take that with you as you begin 

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this meditation. 
OK, let's go ahead and get 

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started by getting comfortable 
in your chair. 

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And when you're ready, take a 
few nice deep breaths and allow 

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your eyes to slowly close. 
Now take a moment to consider 

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this verse. 
Keep on seeking and you will 

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find. 
Keep on knocking and the door 

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will be open to you. 
And again, keep on seeking and 

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you will find. 
Keep on knocking and the door 

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will be open to you. 
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 

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the body. 
Surrender all of your stress and

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all of your responsibilities and
just let your mind rest. 

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You are safe. 
God is looking out for you. 

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Now gently bring your awareness 
to the breath. 

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Allow your breath to deepen and 
fill the lungs. 

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Big deep breath in and then 
taking twice as long on the 

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exhale. 
Let the inhale come easily and 

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effortlessly, and then exhale, 
controlling the breath. 

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Allow yourself to be here in 
this moment. 

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This is all that matters right 
now. 

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Whatever you need to let go of, 
let it go. 

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Release it to God. 
Today is a new day with new 

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opportunities. 
Allow your breath to renew your 

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spirit and connect you to your 
Creator who loves you. 

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Deep breath in through the nose 
and out through the mouth. 

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Remember, this is a place of 
love. 

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Let this practice be whatever 
you need it to be. 

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God's calming presence is always
accessible to you. 

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Let your awareness rest in the 
loving presence of God. 

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Take this verse with you. 
Keep on seeking and you will 

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find. 
Keep on knocking and the door 

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will be open to you. 
Gently bring your awareness back

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to the body and when you feel 
ready, slowly open your eyes and

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take a nice deep breath. 
Sit back and relax for a moment.

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How do you feel? 
I hope you feel a little better.

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We'll see you next time with 
hope, mindfulness, and prayer.