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A holistic view sees body, mind and emotions as one. Meditation is a simple way to bring them together. Here is why some people practise it and a guided visualisation to try.

Body and mind, together

A whole-person approach starts from a simple idea: how we think and feel is woven into how our bodies feel, and the reverse is true too. Stress can tighten shoulders; a tense body can make a mind restless. Meditation is one of the gentlest ways to notice those connections. In our Lane Cove practice, alongside acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, we often encourage it as a daily moment of reconnection.

Noticing before it hurts

Good health tends to go unnoticed until discomfort arrives. Meditation is a way of tuning in earlier, listening to the body with curiosity rather than waiting for it to shout. Many people find regular practice helps them feel more grounded and kind toward themselves. Research is ongoing, and meditation is a complement to medical care, not a replacement. Please see your GP for any ongoing symptoms.

A guided visualisation

Prepare

Choose a quiet space and set your phone to airplane mode. Headphones can help you sink into a recording. Some people enjoy a calming scent such as frankincense or patchouli; leave it out if you are pregnant, have asthma or are sensitive to fragrance.

Arrive in your body

Sit or lie with your back straight. Notice where your body touches the chair or floor. Scan slowly from your feet to your head, simply observing without trying to change anything.

Breathe

Breathe slowly through your nose, allowing the abdomen to expand. Let each breath be a little deeper and slower than the one before.

Release with water

Imagine walking into a clear, gentle waterfall. Feel it flow over your head and shoulders, carrying away worry and heaviness.

Open with green

Picture a soft green light glowing in your chest. In yogic tradition, green is the colour of the heart chakra, associated with compassion and renewal. Let it expand as you breathe.

Integrate

Rest quietly for a few minutes. Notice how your body and mind feel now, without judgement. Return gently when you are ready.

Building a habit

Consistency matters more than duration. A few minutes each day, perhaps at the same time, can help the practice take root.