This body scan relaxation focuses attention on your pulse. We start by cultivating an even breath, which increases the elasticity of your blood vessels and amplifies your pulse wave. As the blood vessel walls become more elastic they expand out a little more with each pulse, becoming a little more palpable. 

This awareness takes practice. So if you find it difficult to discern a pulse in the different parts of the body we rotate through, don't worry about. Just direct your attention to the different parts of your body even if the pulse isn't discernible. 

The act of directing your attention enhances the relaxing effect of the scan.

When you are ready, lie down and make yourself comfortable.

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