We can connect ourselves with a basic force of nature by focusing on the
essential element of air during a wind meditation. We begin by centering
ourselves on our breath. We inhale the life-giving force, feeling it fill us,
and then releasing it into the world to let our breath mingle with the breath
of nature. If we cannot feel the wind right now, we can recall times when the
wind has sent us caresses on bare skin, ruffling our clothes, and playing
with our hair.
We can evoke sounds carried on the wind, maybe laughter or song, or perhaps
just the wind’s own whispers through the trees or across the landscape of our
ears. We may summon up an image of falling flowers or leaves from above,
vivid colors set free with the wind’s encouragement. We may envision birds
drifting on unseen currents with wings unbent, or flags and banners unfurled
in the breeze. The scent of a sea breeze may come to mind or the aromas of
freshly baked treats or fragrant blooms that reach us from a distance. As
these memories enliven our senses, we are feeling the vital force that
surrounds and animates us. We can look to the trees to sway in time with
nature’s rhythm. Just as we can be soothed by the wind, we know that nature
has great power. In a rush, it can block out all sound, leaving us with only
the beating of our hearts.
Wind can even make the inanimate dance and whirl gracefully. With a gentle
sigh, the wind has carried sailors to faraway lands and balloons to great
heights. We can entrust the wind to carry our voices and best wishes out into
the world, knowing they will be carried to their perfect destination.
Releasing these precious offerings to the wind’s care, we remember that
nature’s power is as close as our breath, and we breathe deeply once again
before returning to the world around us.
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