Welcome to your ✨Monday Moment✨

Take a deep breath in. Hold it. Exhale.

Pick a colour 🔴 🟠 🟡 🟢 🔵 🟣

Find the moment below with that same colour, then go to the closing moment at the end.

🔴 Take a moment to ponder that according to the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) lions often hunt during storms. This is because it makes it harder for their prey to hear them approaching during storms of wind and/or rain. The animal kingdom’s version of “work smarter not harder” it would seem.

🟠 Take a moment to think if you or any of the people in your life have a Leo birthday according to astrology (July 23- August 23). Leos are said to be natural leaders with traits that include being courageous, ambitious, generous and fiercely protective of their nearest and dearest. Would you say that was true of any Leos you know?

🟡 Take a moment to take a few lion breaths. Said to be good for clearing emotions, boosting energy and engaging the lungs. It may feel a little weird at first but its benefits are worth giving it a try. (Go into the bathroom if you feel more comfortable.) Sit up straight and then lean forward slightly. Place your hands on your knees and spread your fingers widely and grip firmly. Open your eyes wide and take a deep breath in through your nose with your mouth closed. Now open your mouth as wide as you can, stick out your tongue and breathe out making a ‘haaaaaa’ sound for the full exhale. Relax the face and then repeat a few times. Feel the breath come from deep within and up through your throat. Do this any time you are feeling a little overwhelmed with emotion or needing a boost.

🟢 Take a moment to look around the room. What can you see that resembles a lion’s mane? If you had to make a lion costume, what would you use?

🔵 Take a moment to think about three brands that use at least one lion as part of their logo or brand identity.

🟣 Take a moment to listen to an original 1939 song by Solomon Linda known as 👉 “Mbube” (in Zulu meaning “the lion”). Maybe you will recognise it? As you listen, perhaps try taking a few of the lion breaths mentioned above in the 🟡 moment.

Take another deep breath. Hold it. Exhale. Smile. When we think of lions we often think of their strength and majesty. The way they calmly walk with their heads held high, surveying the land and challenges around them with such unwavering prowess. Embrace your inner lion this week and show the world your roar. 🦁

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