This practice is a guided traditional contemplative prayer, particularly in the style of Thomas Keating. It clarifies the concepts of "releasing" and "letting go," highlighting their significance in this kind of prayer. Use a sacred word or phrase, such as "peace" or "love," to be reminded of the intention to be open and receptive to God's presence and action. The instructions lay a significant emphasis on returning to the sacred text whenever one's awareness becomes focused on a particular concept, emotion, or object, viewing distractions as opportunities to re-establish contact with the divine.

Relax physically and mentally while actively choosing to accept God's presence. Understand how close God is to us despite being subtle and outside the realm of human perception; even closer than our own breath or consciousness. We have to carefully hold onto this intention during the practice and use the sacred phrase as a reminder, allowing thoughts, images, and interpretations to arise and gently bringing oneself back to the divine presence.