Free Guided Meditation for the Solar Plexus Chakra

I recently visited a holistic clinic that focuses on treating patients with fibromyalgia. After an exam and interview, my fibromyalgia diagnosis was confirmed (I was first diagnosed 3 years ago). I spent some time with a medical professional named Elaine. Elaine is trained in Chinese Medicine, Reiki, and Qi Gong. She had several recommendations on how I can improve my surroundings, and appeal to my senses as a way to de-stress. She taught me ways to enjoy some “me” time every single day. When a person avoids taking “me” time, they can easily become run down, depressed, and anxious. Harboring stress can induce more physical pain and metal distress, so relaxation is of the utmost importance.

Elaine let me experience various aromas like lemon, orange, rosemary, rose, and lavender. She told me that certain aromas are relaxing, while others are stimulating, and they should be used appropriately. I enjoyed the combination of rosemary and lemon. The lemon is to enhance good mood, and the rosemary is grounding, due to its “earthy” scent. Elaine told me that lighting in the home can make a huge impact on stress levels. For nighttime, lighting with a golden or pink hue is best. During the day, bright blue is very uplifting. This color can be achieved by using a bright blue lampshade, or even using a blue light bulb. A Himalayan salt lamp is the ideal example of a soothing light that induces relaxation.

The colors that we wear can also affect our senses. Elaine told me to avoid colors that over-stimulate, such as bright red and orange. Softer blues and earth tones (green, brown, golden yellow) are calming and grounding. She told me to be conscious of decorating my home, and painting the walls in soothing colors can sway me towards calm feelings. The items hung on the wall and pieces of art should help one focus on grounding, connecting with the earth, and inspiring good mood. I have several nature-themed paintings that I enjoy, so I am on the right track.

I was told to avoid late exercise, the latest I should exercise is 2 hours before bedtime. Elaine told me that some styles of exercise would help me feel calm and relaxed, such as yoga, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. I was encouraged to meditate, and I had a practice meditation while Elaine guided my thoughts.

For my meditation, mystical music played softly in the background. I later learned that this music was made by a famous artist named “Kitaro.” Elaine also told me to try binaural beats, music specially designed to impact the mind and senses. While I meditated, I smelled the scents of lemon and rosemary, I listened to music, and I was swaddled in warm bedding- it was fantastic. I used this meditation session to invoke love into my life, because well.. who couldn’t use more love? I wanted to fill myself with the essence of love, and remove any negativity as well.

With Elaine’s guidance, I am now on a better path to wellness. It is important for any chronically ill patient to set aside “me” time every day. During this time, gentle exercise, soothing environment, and meditation will help them to become centered and grounded. The ultimate goal is to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. Meditation can also help a person to feel inspired, as images or ideas are welcomed while the mind’s eye is opened. “Me” time can include very personal things like self-massage, taking an epsom salt bath, prayer, and even writing down positive intentions. When a person avoids taking “me” time, they can easily become run down, depressed, and anxious. With “me” time incorporated into my lifestyle, I am now able to feel strong and centered. I’ll continue to try various methods of relaxation, and hope to further expand upon this topic in my future blog posts.