I created this in-transit listening experience as a simple pre-retreat ritual—perfect for those of you who are travelling frazzled, jet-lagged, or still mentally at your desks.
1. The “In-Transit Ritual”
Whether you’re boarding a plane, waiting for a train, or stuck in line behind someone who’s arguing with the ticket machine in French—pause.
Take eight minutes for this gentle mindfulness practice:
- Put in your earbuds and press play on the recording above.
- Close your eyes (unless you’re driving—then maybe just… breathe mindfully).
- Place your hand over your heart and silently say:
“The journey has already begun. I am safe now. I am finally on my way.” - Notice your breath. Let each inhale be an inspiration. Each exhale, a letting go.
- When the recording ends, open your eyes and look around.
Find one beautiful or curious thing in your immediate surroundings. (Yes, the snack trolley counts.)
Remember: even the messiness, the delays, and the sardine incidents (don’t ask) are part of your retreat.
2. In case of unexpected delays, I’ve also created two journaling prompts for you, to complement the meditation:
Respond to one of these prompts after listening to the meditation.
“What am I carrying—physically, emotionally, mentally—that I might not need where I’m going?” or “What do I hope this journey reveals to me?”
If these are not inspiring, you ll find several more prompts here.
🕊️ 3. A blessing you can revisit
A Blessing for the Camino de Santiago
May your path be guided by the ancient stars that have led countless souls before you, And may their spirits walk beside you through meadow, mountain, and mist.
May your burden grow lighter with each step forward, As you shed what no longer serves you along The Way.
May the white-and-red arrows point you true when doubt clouds your vision, And may fellow pilgrims bring warmth when the journey grows cold.
May the rain cleanse not just your face but also your spirit, May the sun not just warm your skin but illuminate your purpose.
When your feet blister and your muscles ache, May you find the strength that resides in your deepest self.
In the quiet moments of solitude, may you hear the whispers of your heart, In the laughter shared with strangers-turned-friends, may you recognize home.
May the ancient stones of the path remind you of all who walked before, And may your footsteps join theirs in the endless pilgrimage of humanity.
May each church bell and scallop shell remind you of the sacred journey, Not just across France, but through the landscape of your own soul.
And when at last you come to the end of your walk, May you arrive not just as a traveller who has conquered distance, But as a walker who has discovered meaning.
Buen Camino!
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