Meditation for Peace and Serenity

In this crazy, hectic world we live in, peace and serenity may be more precious than gold and rarer than the most exotic gemstone. Most of us start running from the moment we get up, fueling ourselves with caffeine so we can keep going when we’re exhausted, racing from the demands of work to the demands of home with very little downtime. When we do relax, we often do it in front of some kind of electronic screen—television or computer or phone. Eventually, this constant stimulation begins to wear us down, like water on a stone, unless we purposely allow ourselves the occasional break for true peace and serenity.

Meditation is a great way to achieve peace and serenity, but if you’re not a fan, you can go for a walk (by the ocean or a stream if you are lucky enough to live near one), listen to ocean sounds on a recording while sitting quietly, or even sit by an indoor fountain and simply breathe while listening to the soothing rhythm of the water. However you choose to do it, giving yourself even fifteen minutes a day to simply do nothing can help you find the energy to do everything life demands of you the rest of the time.

The card is probably an indication that you are in serious need of some peace and serenity. And maybe a nap. If you have been feeling particularly frazzled and pushed to your limits lately, this card is a reminder to stop for a moment and connect with Water in some way that will help you to relax. You can use some of the suggestions above, do the magical work below, or just stand outside in the rain and let it wash away your troubles. But it is definitely time to make an effort to chill out and take a break.

Sometimes we forget that we can use water in the simplest of ways—by drinking it. If you are in need of some peace and serenity, try making some magical water. Start with a glass of water (the purer the better). You can use a glass jar if you have pets who might get into it and then pour it in a glass later. If you want, you can put a (clean) quartz or amethyst crystal in the bottom and/or a sprig of fresh rosemary or lavender. Leave it out overnight where the moon will shine on it. If you’re going to put it outside, definitely use a jar. As you do the preparations, keep in your mind the intention of creating water for use in peace and serenity work. Then, when you use the water the next day, hold it up to the sky and say, 'God and goddess, power of Water, please bless and consecrate this water for positive use, that it may bring me peace and serenity with every drop I drink.' Then sip it slowly, feeling the calm filling you with every sip.