06/15/2026
Today marks the last new moon for the first half of 2026! ๐ Today in class, we practiced moon salutations and mantra meditation as we prepare to welcome in the second half of the year with intention. ๐๐ป
To set an intention, you could ask yourself, โWhat do I want to lean into most for the second half of 2026?โ
This could be a goal that is physical (doing) or an energy that you want to embody (being). Which do you need most right now? What do you want to lean into most for the second half of 2026?
For mantra meditation, keep your phrase positive, swapping out any โI donโt/wonโt/am notโ statements for the opposite, other side of the coin. For example, instead of โI donโt have negative self-talk,โ Iโm going to swap out that negative phrasing for the positive opposite, โI speak kindly to myself.โ
Always phrase your intention in the present tense. Instead of stating, โI willโ (future tense), state โI amโ or another present tense (this is true right now) statement. Instead of stating, โI will be brave,โ say, โI am brave.โ This will help to rewire the brain as you believe your mantra.
Whether your intention or mantra is for your inner world or outer world, make sure that it resonates with YOU in this season and will be a seed of positive intention that you plant for yourself within the mind. Repeat your mantra daily in meditation for 1-3 minutes to help it sink in, and remember to believe it with your whole heart! ๐
Want more positive practices in your life? Check out our yoga classes from 9-10am on Mondays and Fridays at Winterset Public Library. Schedule and class descriptions are pinned on my page.
Well wishes to you for the rest of the year! ๐ซถ๐ผ ~ Keri