ARC Cancer Support Retreat Toolkit
The Covenant:
"I will stay.
I intend you all good will.
I will hold all you share in confidence."
Yoga & Meditation
Box Breathing
Inhale, hold, exhale and hold for the same time.
E.g., inhale count to 4, hold your breath count to 4, exhale count to 4, hold your breath count to 4
Exhale longer than inhale
Allow your inhale to be normal, try to extend your exhale
Loving Kindness Meditation
May I be safe and protected from all harm.
May I be healthy and strong.
May I be happy and at peace.
May I take care of myself easily.
Repeat for your self, for loved ones, for all beings.
Finger holds (from Capacitar)
When experiencing strong emotions hold each finger for many breaths until you feel a pulse in that finger
Thumb-grief, tears
Pointer- fear, terror
Middle finger- anger, rage
Ring finger – anxiety, worry
Pinky finger- lack of self esteem
Boomwackers
Make music with friends.
Brahmari Breath
Inhale and exhale making a humming sound.
Continue inhaling and exhale making humming sounds for at least 12 breaths.