How To Begin A Bath Meditation

There are several different ways to meditate, and one of the most soothing is to do it during bath time. A bath meditation combines the benefits of meditation and a warm bath.

It allows you to relax tired muscles, provides a temporary feeling of escape, and creates a tranquil atmosphere you cannot always find in today's fast-paced world.

Here's how you can have a meditative bath:

1) Make Sure You Have Enough Time

You only need to spare around 15 to 20 minutes for the bath, but see to it that you will not be interrupted. That may mean tweaking your schedule, putting calls straight to voicemail, and telling others not to disturb you unless there is an emergency.

If possible, you may even want to set an alarm to guarantee you won’t be in the bathtub too long.

2) Use Aromatherapy Bath Salts

As you are running the bathwater, you may want to incorporate some of the benefits of aromatherapy. You can do this by using essential oils, bath bombs, or epsom salt blends, like our Deep Relaxation Bath Soak.

A few scents you should consider are lavender, peppermint, and sandalwood. Lavender is known for easing the senses and improving your quality of sleep.

However, both peppermint and sandalwood will make you more alert during your meditation. You can mix and match them to find the perfect combination for you.

3) Be Mindful Of Your Breathing

Allow your breathing to become slower and deeper and let your stomach rise and fall with each breath. This type of breathing is more natural and can help turn off your anxious thoughts.

If you find yourself having trouble with this exercise, try to focus on your breathing going into your mouth and nostrils, down into your lungs, and then back up again. Concentrate on the movement of air within your body and even on the rise and fall of your stomach as you do so.

4) Focus On The Sensations Around You

Once your mind is clear and this breathing becomes natural for you, focus on the sensations you feel in and around your body. Feel the warmth of the water on your skin, the pressure of the tub against your back, the aroma in the air, and let go of all other thoughts.

Try to keep your mind as quiet as you can and focus only on the present.

5) Stay In The Present

If you find thoughts of the past, future, or any other form of dialogue happening, gently redirect your thoughts to the present moment. Continue for several minutes and you should feel soothed and relaxed again.

If you are still having trouble keeping in the present, try repeating a mantra. You could try the traditional “Om” or one that better suits your desires and needs.

Do not feel bad if it seems hard at first. Like all things, a little practice can do wonders to improve your skills and ability to meditate. You may even want to modify this experience to better suit you.

For example, you may find that music puts you in the right frame of mind. Or perhaps you prefer using vanilla as your meditation aroma.

So, the next time you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed, consider taking a relaxing bath and incorporating meditation into your routine.

By following these simple steps, you can create a tranquil oasis right in your own bathroom and experience the soothing benefits of a meditative bath.