by Tihch Nhat Hanh
Red light meditation works best if you are driving, late and in a hurry when the light turns red just as you approach.
If you feel frustrated and annoyed, smile to yourself. You have been given perhaps a whole minute to stop and do nothing. One whole minute to breathe softly. Let yourself sigh deeply, lingering on the out breath. Check your body for excess tension. How are you holding the steering wheel? Are your face and neck muscles tighter than they need to be? Settle back into the seat and let your belly soften. Breathe consciously. The exercise finishes as the light turns green. Now devote all your attention to the task at hand: driving safely. And look forward to the next red light.