Come into a comfortable position, sitting or lying down, and place your hands on your heart.

Breathe deeply in to a count of five, and out to a count of five, while repeating the mantra of your choice, either silently or out loud. I breathe in saying, "right here," and breathe out saying, "right now." Repeat this for several cycles.

Return to normal breathing, and focus on your hands; become aware of the tingling life force energy flowing through them.

Check in with your body. I ask myself, "what is happening in my body right now?" Become aware of any sensations you are feeling physically.

Then check in with your mind and heart. I ask myself, "what thoughts are coming up, what feelings are coming up for me right now?" Observe these thoughts and feelings without judgment.

Next, check in with any areas of struggle. I ask myself, "what's hard right now?" Offer yourself compassion for where you are in this moment, then wrap your arms around yourself and give yourself a hug! I like to rock gently back and forth, comforting myself.

Lastly, open to gratitude: celebrate the things you're grateful for in your life.