Body Scan

Content Type: Audio

 The body scan is a component of mindfulness meditation. Have you tried it?

Instructions

In Mindfulness for Dummies, Shamash Alidina describes the body scan as a way to get in touch with the body, let go of feelings of needing to get stuff done, and release pent-up emotions.

Just like other forms of meditation, the body scan also trains attention.

Alidina says: The body scan alternates between a wide and narrow focus of attention; from focusing on your little toe all the way through the entire body. The body scan trains your mind to be able to move from detailed attention to a wider and more spacious awareness from one moment to the next.

Give it a go.

Self Coaching Questions

1. How might you introduce a body scan daily into your routine?