YouGo with Rajni-Let’s Be Mindful Series Sun Meditation - let your light shine

By: Rajni Ghai Malhotra

Life exists on Earth because of the Sun. The Sun gives light, warmth, life, sustenance and for these reasons, has been a central object of cultural traditions since prehistory.

The sun energizes and soothes at the same time and spending a few minutes in the sun can be incredibly beneficial not only for our body but also for our mental and emotional wellbeing. In Yoga, sunsalutations are performed as a means to align and energise oneself through the Sun. Through the practice of Sun meditation, you can tap into the energy of this all-giving, ever radiant source of light.

Sun meditation is a simple yet powerfully effective way to absorb the light and energy of the Sun. It takes only a few minutes and can be done at either sunrise or sunset, at your convenience.

Sun meditation

4Choose a time that works best for you – sunrise or sunset.

4Sit or stand comfortably facing the sun.

4Fold your hands in namaste so that your fingertips and palms are pressed together.

4Slowly, gently close your eyes and focus on all that the Sun symbolizespower, energy and boundless radiance.

4Visualize in your mind, sunlight falling on your body. Let this sunlight fill your heart and body with brilliant golden sunlight.

4Inhale deeply and feel brightness fill your heart.

4Exhale and let go of darkness.

4Inhale and feel the light and brightness of the Sun spread through your heart into your body and mind.

4Exhale and release all thoughts negative.

4Inhale and feel your light shine outwards all around you, spreading brightness.

4Exhale and release all your fears, doubts and anxieties.

4Continue to inhale and exhale deeply for 4 minutes or longer (if you wish).

4Gently open your eyes, unfold your hands out of namaste.

4As you step back into your day, be mindful of your renewed energy and consciously allow yourself to radiate positivity in your thoughts and actions.

There YouGo! Like the Sun, you have let your light shine!

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