I invite you to find a comfortable position,
Either sitting or laying down,
Knowing that this moment was created just for you.
Close your eyes or soften your gaze.
Take a moment to settle into the space you've created for yourself.
Begin by taking a slow,
Deep breath in through your nose and exhale gently through your mouth.
With each breath,
Allow your body to relax a little more.
Peel your shoulders,
Dropping away from your ears.
Soften your jaw.
Relax your fingers.
Breathe in to relaxation.
This moment is about releasing any tension you have been carrying in your body today.
I encourage you to come back to this meditation daily for a secure practice to relax and honor your body.
This path you're walking isn't one you chose,
Yet here you are.
Showing up with courage and hope.
There is no need to judge your feelings or experiences.
Simply acknowledge them with compassion.
If difficult emotions arise,
Sadness,
Frustration,
Fear or grief,
Let them be present without trying to push them away.
These feelings are valid and part of your human experience.
Bring your attention to your body with kindness.
This body has carried you through so much.
Gently placing one hand on your heart and one hand on your belly,
Feel the warmth of your own touch.
Send gratitude to your body for all it does for you each day.
Your heart beats,
Your lungs breathe,
Your body works tirelessly to support you.
You don't have to earn this appreciation,
It's already yours.
Now imagine speaking to yourself the way you would speak to a dear friend going through the same experience.
What kind of words of kindness would you offer?
What support would you give?
I invite you to repeat these phrases quietly in your head or aloud.
I am doing the best I can with what I have right now.
I am worthy of love and support exactly as I am.
My worth is not determined by my ability to conceive.
I trust in my resilience and strength.
Imagine yourself in a place that feels safe and nurturing.
This might be a peaceful garden,
A quiet beach,
A cosy room or anywhere that brings you comfort.
Take time to notice the details,
The colors,
Sounds and sensations of this place.
In this place you are completely accepted and loved.
Here you can rest from the weight of expectations and timelines.
You can simply be present with yourself.
Here,
In this peaceful place,
I invite you to connect with the part of you that still holds hope.
This hope does not need to be about a specific outcome,
It can be hope for peace,
For strength,
For connection,
Or for whatever feels right for you right now.
Let this hope be a gentle light within you,
Not demanding or urgent,
But rather steady and warm.
This light has carried you this far and it will continue to guide you.
With each affirmation,
I invite you to breathe in,
Settling them into your heart.
I am more than this struggle.
I can hold both hope and uncertainty.
I am surrounded by love even when I can't feel it.
Each day I choose to move forward with grace.
I trust in the unfolding of my life.
If you feel ready,
You might extend loving thoughts to others who are walking a similar path.
Send them the same compassion you are cultivating for yourself.
You are not alone in this experience.
Take a few,
Small,
Deep breaths,
Feeling your body supported and held.
Know that you can return to this place of peace and self-compassion whenever you need it.
As you prepare to return to your day,
Carry with you the reminder that you are enough,
Exactly as you are.
You have everything within you to navigate this journey with grace and strength.
And when you are ready,
Sweet friend,
Gently open your eyes,
Returning to this present moment.
Be gentle with yourself and remember that healing isn't linear.
Some days will feel easier than others and that is perfectly normal.
Take a nice deep breath in and come into your day.
