Candle Drip
Materials Needed:
To Support Feeling:
Irritated
How to Do It
Light a candle and place a bowl of water beneath it. Hold the candle at an angle so that the wax begins to drip into the water. As each drop of wax falls, visualize it as a piece of your irritation melting away. Watch as the wax hardens upon hitting the water, sinking to the bottom of the bowl. When you feel ready, blow out the candle and discard the wax, symbolizing the solidification and removal of your irritation.
Why It Works
The slow, rhythmic dripping of wax is meditative and helps to visualize the gradual release of irritation. The process of melting, hardening, and discarding the wax offers a full cycle of transformation from irritation to calm.
Guided Practice
Hold a lit candle in your hand, and sit down in a quiet place. Take a few deep breaths and feel the warmth of the candle's flame, the way it flickers, and the gentle heat it radiates hold a small piece of paper or an object you wish to release near the flame, letting the candlelight illuminate it.
Begin to tilt the candle slowly, allowing the wax to drip onto the object. Notice the sensation of control and release as the wax falls, each drop forming a new layer. Stay present with the process, feeling the warmth of the wax, the way it hardens and cools as it touches the surface. As you continue, imagine each drip of wax represents something you’re letting go of. Feel the steady rhythm of the drops, the heat that melts away what no longer serves you. Stay connected to your breath, letting each exhale deepen your sense of release. When the object is covered, take a deep breath and blow out the candle. Notice the smoke rising, carrying away any residual feelings. Sit quietly for a moment, feeling the warmth in your body and the stillness in the air. When you’re ready, gently bring your awareness back to the room, feeling a sense of completion and peace.