Micro-Odyssey · 4 min

Footsteps on the Shore

Walk with the rhythm of the waves. This 4-minute journey guides you one gentle line at a time, with ocean waves playing softly in the background. Read it below, or press start to follow along with a timer and an optional spoken voice.

The full script

1. Picture a quiet beach at the end of the day.
2. Cool sand under your feet. A soft breeze on your face.
3. Listen to the waves arrive and roll away.
4. Breathe in as a wave comes in. Breathe out as it pulls back.
5. With each step, your footprints sink into the damp sand.
6. The water smooths them away. Nothing needs to be held onto.
7. Notice the colours of the sky reflected on the water.
8. Let the ocean breathe for you for a little while.
9. Stop and face the horizon. Feel how big and calm it is.
10. Take one more wave-breath, then slowly come back.

Helpful when you feel

Background sound

• Ocean WavesSlow waves rolling onto the shore

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