Brief: Embrace the promise of 'A New Day: Rise and Shine Meditation'. This transformative practice invites you to awaken gently, harness your innate confidence, and set intentions for a productive day, all while cultivating a deep sense of gratitude.Call to Action: Support the show or download Steven's "5 Simple Practices for Inner Peace" at thankyousteven.com. Also, please leave a review. Your feedback is deeply appreciated and helps us improve the show.Long Description:Welcome to 'A New Day: Rise and Shine Meditation', an experience designed to help you start each day with tranquility and empowerment. This meditation seeks to gently rouse you from sleep, instill a robust sense of self-assurance, and inspire you to meet the day ahead with an open heart and clear mind.The session begins with deep, calming breaths, helping to dispel any lingering sleepiness and establish a state of serene awareness. You're then guided through a thorough body scan, promoting recognition and release of any tension that may have built up overnight.Imagine a warm, inviting light flooding your being, from the crown of your head to the soles of your feet. This light represents your inner brilliance, your untapped potential waiting to unfurl with the new day. As you visualize this light, you are guided to affirm your self-confidence, passion, and purpose.You are then invited to set a positive intention for the day. As you do so, you'll affirm to yourself that you are focused, productive, and energized, equipped with everything you need to accomplish your goals. Following this, you will visualize your day unfolding with ease and success, affirming your capabilities and strengths.Finally, you'll acknowledge and express gratitude for something in your life today. It may be a simple pleasure, or a larger blessing. This gratitude practice encourages a positive outlook and fosters appreciation for the everyday.As we conclude, you'll come back gently into the physical realm, carrying your inner light and the positive energies cultivated during the session. Upon opening your eyes, you'll find yourself invigorated, ready to meet 'A New Day'. Experience the benefits of starting your day mindfully, feeling more focused, confident, and ready for whatever lies ahead. AndMindful Awakening: The meditation encourages a gentle transition from sleep to wakefulness, promoting a calm and focused start to your day.Stress Release: Deep breathing and body scan techniques help to release tension and stress, leaving you feeling relaxed and refreshed.Inner Strength: Visualization of your inner light encourages self-confidence, passion, and purpose, strengthening your belief in your abilities.Positive Intentions: Setting intentions for the day enhances focus and productivity, allowing you to accomplish your goals with greater ease.Enhanced Visualization: Visualizing your day unfolding successfully strengthens your mindset and promotes positive outcomes.Gratitude Practice: Acknowledging and appreciating the simple joys in life fosters a positive attitude, boosts happiness levels, and encourages a wider perspective on life.Overall Wellbeing: Regular practice can contribute to improved mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall wellbeing.Improved Sleep Quality: By establishing a calming morning routine, you can indirectly improve sleep quality over time. A relaxed start can help ensure a peaceful end to the day, leading to better sleep.Increased Energy Levels: Guided morning meditation can help increase energy levels by reducing stress and tension, leaving you feeling revitalized and ready to tackle the day.I