Rhythm Reset
Materials Needed:
To Support Feeling:
Rushed
How to Do It
Use your hands or a small object to create a rhythm by tapping on a surface. Start with a fast, erratic pace that represents your rushed state. Gradually slow the rhythm down until it becomes slow and steady, almost like a heartbeat. Focus on syncing your breath with this slower rhythm.
Why It Works
Changing the rhythm from fast to slow helps you mentally and physically shift from a hurried state to a more calm and controlled one, using sound and movement to guide the transition.
Guided Practice
Sit with your back straight, your feet grounded on the floor. Close your eyes, and begin to notice the natural rhythm of your breath. Feel the gentle ebb and flow, like waves lapping at the shore. Allow your body to move slightly with each breath, finding a rhythm that feels natural and soothing. Notice how your body responds to this gentle movement, whether it's a sense of calm or something else.
Bring your awareness to your heartbeat or breathing rhythm, feeling its natural cadence begin to tap gently on your thighs, a chair, or a table, creating a rhythm that matches your internal beat. Notice the sensations this creates—perhaps a soothing, repetitive motion or a steady, grounding force. As you continue tapping, imagine each beat resetting your internal rhythm, bringing balance and harmony to your body and mind. Visualize this rhythm flowing through your body like a calming wave, smoothing out any disruptions or stress. You might see familiar patterns of tension, or feel a new insight about how rhythm and movement affect your state of being. Allow yourself to explore these fully, staying present with the rhythm. Allow yourself to notice how rhythmic tapping connects you to your inner rhythm. Perhaps you feel a sense of grounding, relaxation, or a new understanding of your own natural pace. Notice any insights or realizations that come up as you continue this rhythmic practice. When you feel ready, slowly let the tapping come to a stop and take a few more deep breaths. Notice how your body feels now—whether there is a sense of balance, calm, or perhaps a renewed connection to your own rhythm. Allow yourself to stay with this feeling for a few more moments, enjoying the sensation of harmony. When you are ready, gently open your eyes, carrying this sense of rhythmic balance with you into your day.