Welcome and thank you for taking this time to connect with yourself and the larger web of love that surrounds us all.
My name is Joel and it's a privilege to guide you in this heart opening meditation.
Today,
We'll explore the limitless essence of universal love,
A connection that's always within you,
Between you and beyond you.
This love is expansive,
Unconditional and supportive,
Providing you comfort and a deep sense of belonging.
Begin by settling into a comfortable position,
Allowing your body to find support.
Whether you're seated or lying down,
Take a moment to adjust until you feel at ease.
Rest your hands softly on your lap or at your sides,
Close your eyes gently or soften your gaze.
Now take a long,
Deep inhale through your nose,
Filling your lungs completely and slowly exhale through your mouth,
Releasing any tension you've been carrying.
Feel the weight of the day begin to melt away.
With each breath,
You are stepping into this sacred moment,
Open to connection and peace.
Now bring your awareness to your breath,
Notice the rhythm as it flows naturally in and out.
With each inhale,
Feel your body fill with ease and with each exhale,
Release any heaviness.
Begin to scan to your body,
Starting at the crown of your head.
Imagine a warm golden light gently touching your forehead,
Releasing any tension.
This light flows down your face,
Softening your eyes,
Your jaw and your neck.
It moves effortlessly,
Easing your shoulders,
Chest and heart.
The golden light spreads warmth through your arms and hands,
Releasing tension as it moves.
It travels down your back,
Into your abdomen,
Your hips,
Legs and finally to your feet.
With every breath,
Feel your body relax more deeply.
Picture yourself in a peaceful forest,
Bathed in this warm golden light.
Tall trees around you,
Sunlight filters through the leaves and you begin to feel as if you are held by the vibrant energy of life around you.
Now bring to mind a small glowing presence at the centre of your chest.
This light is warm and golden like the sun radiating from your heart.
With each inhale,
Feed this light,
Allowing it to grow brighter and stronger.
With each exhale,
Feel it expanding outward,
Filling your chest,
Shoulders,
Arms and hands.
With every breath,
The golden light spreads further to your stomach,
Legs and feet,
Until it flows beyond your body.
Like sunlight through trees,
This golden love extends outward,
Connecting with the world around you.
It blends with the forest,
The sky and the life surrounding you.
Now,
Sense this light connecting with others,
Their hearts glowing warmly in return.
It flows to those you hold dear,
Your family,
Your friends,
Even strangers you pass in life.
See these lights weaving together,
Forming a vast interconnected web of love that stretches beyond what the eye can see.
You're not separate from this love,
You're part of it.
It flows within you,
To you and all around you.
So rest here for a moment,
Basking in this golden glow.
Now take a deep breath in,
As you exhale,
Allow these affirmations to settle into your heart.
You may repeat them softly or silently within your mind.
The first one,
I am connected to the infinite love of the universe.
Second,
I belong just as I am in this web of life.
Third,
Love flows within me and through me effortlessly.
And fourth,
I am open to giving and receiving unconditional love.
And finally,
I am part of something greater and I trust in its support.
Feel these words rooting deep within you,
Like seeds planted in fertile soil.
They flourish in the light of love you've cultivated,
Growing stronger with each breath.
When you're ready,
Gently bring awareness back to your body.
Notice the steady rhythm of your breath.
Feel the earth beneath you,
Supportive and steady.
Begin to wiggle your fingers and toes and roll your shoulders.
Stretch if you need to.
Then slowly open your eyes,
Letting the world come gently back into focus.
Take a final moment to honor the love and connection you've cultivated,
So that you can carry this sense of belonging with you into the rest of your day.
Thank yourself for this practice and you walk forward feeling connected,
Comforted and embraced by love.
