Kestrel the Druid

I have always had problems with racing thoughts. Trying to meditate used to be torture. Recently during a meditation, a mantra came to me “Slow the breath, calm the mind, relax into peace”. I repeat this mantra whenever my thoughts race. My breath instinctively slows down. This causes my mind to let go of thought. My body relaxes in response to the slower breath and calmer mind. I feel peaceful. It has been the key that unlocked meditation for me. If you are having trouble relaxing or find yourself obsessing about things. Try repeating this phrase and see if it helps you as much as it helped me.