In this meditation, I continue our reflection on the Canticle of the Creatures by St. Francis, turning to Brother Air and all forms of weather.
This is Part 3 of the series, following earlier reflections on the elements of creation and what they can teach us about life, awareness and connection.
We begin by settling into the breath, recognising it as a living connection to the air around us. From here, the meditation opens into a reflection on both external and internal weather, the changing conditions of the world around us and the emotional states within us.
Rather than judging these experiences as good or bad, you are invited to observe them with openness and gratitude, recognising their place in the wider rhythm of life.
Through this practice, the breath becomes a bridge between inner and outer experience, helping you rest more fully in the present moment.
This meditation offers a moment of calm, whether you are pausing during the day or winding down before sleep, helping you cultivate awareness, acceptance and connection.
This meditation supports emotional awareness, presence and connection to nature.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
00:02 – Brother Air and the Canticle
00:47 – The bell
00:57 – Settling into posture
01:32 – Awareness of the breath
02:02 – Breathing through the body
02:32 – The song of creation
03:02 – Reflecting on weather
03:32 – Rethinking “good” and “bad”
04:02 – The role of storms
04:42 – External and internal weather
05:12 – Checking in with yourself
05:32 – Letting go of judgement
06:32 – Gratitude for all states
07:22 – Breath as connection to air
08:42 – Resting in the breath
09:07 – Remembering the elements
09:42 – Bringing awareness into the day
10:12 – Gratitude
10:48 – Closing bell