Hello and welcome to this sacred space on Soulful Sunday.
Today we're exploring a journey inwards,
Focusing on cultivating a deep spiritual connection through the practice of Atma Vichara.
This session is an opportunity to realign with your inner self,
That timeless essence where wisdom,
Peace and love reside.
Here you're encouraged to let go of the outer world and immerse yourself in the purity of your own being.
Allow the vibrations of each breath,
Each word to awaken the divine energy within you,
Guiding you towards your truest self.
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position where your body feels supported yet relaxed.
Close your eyes gently and draw your awareness inwards,
Softening your shoulders and releasing any tension that may be lingering.
Take a deep,
Cleansing breath,
Inhaling through your nose and feel the cool,
Soothing air fill your lungs.
Exhale slowly,
Releasing any energy that feels heavy or burdensome.
Breathe deeply and slowly,
Allowing each breath to take you deeper into a state of calm.
With each breath,
Let your awareness settle into the present moment.
Begin to feel the space between your breaths,
The gentle pause,
The gateway to a deeper state of awareness.
Rest,
To be still,
To re-journey into a place where you may connect more intimately with the essence of your own soul.
As you continue to breathe deeply and evenly,
Become aware of the stillness that surrounds you.
This stillness is not only outside you,
But also within.
Imagine it as a gentle stream flowing through your entire being,
From the top of your head to the tips of your toes.
This is the beginning of your journey within,
The gateway to a deeper spiritual connection.
Now visualise a radiant light in the centre of your chest,
A warm and comforting glow in the area of your heart.
This light represents your soul,
The core of your true self.
With each inhale,
Feel this light expanding,
Growing warmer,
Brighter and more vivid.
With each exhale,
Feel it becoming purer,
Shredding any limitations or doubts.
Allow yourself to be immersed in this light,
As though it's enveloping every cell in your body.
And as this light fills you,
Imagine it gently guiding you downwards to the deepest parts of yourself.
Feel a sense of descent,
As if you're moving past the superficial layers of thoughts,
Past the daily concerns and judgements,
Entering a space of profound peace.
This is your inner sanctuary,
A place untouched by the outer world.
Here you are safe,
Here you are whole.
In this sacred space,
Focus on the presence of your soul.
Sense its timeless wisdom and compassion,
Its infinite love.
This is the part of you that's connected to something greater,
Something beyond the mind and body.
You're not alone on this journey,
This connection is your link to the divine,
To universal energy,
To a presence that's been with you since the beginning of time.
Now,
Silently ask this part of yourself a question,
Or seek guidance.
What do you need most in this moment?
What is your soul yearning to express?
Trust the answer will come,
Either as a feeling,
A word or perhaps a sensation in your body.
Be open to whatever arises and allow this guidance to resonate within you.
As you sit with this awareness,
Feel your heart filling with gratitude for the connection you've just rekindled.
Know that this connection is always within reach,
And you can return to this space of peace,
Wisdom and love whenever you need to.
Remember that the essence of this experience is within you,
Waiting to guide,
Support and uplift you through life's journey.
Take a moment to bask in this profound sense of unity and love,
Knowing that by connecting deeply with your soul,
You're also connecting with the divine essence in all beings.
Embrace this feeling and let it expand beyond you,
Radiating outwards to those you love,
To the world and to all of life itself.
In this way,
You're part of something vast and beautiful,
A dance of energy,
Spirit and love that binds us all.
Now,
As our meditation begins to draw to a close,
Allow yourself to slowly come back to the present.
Feel the surface beneath you,
The air around you,
Gently bringing you back.
May with you the warmth and insight from this session,
Knowing that the connection you experience today is a gift,
Always accessible to you.
Gently bring some small movement to your fingers and toes,
Feeling yourself back in your physical body.
And when you're ready,
Slowly open your eyes,
Bringing with you a sense of peace,
Grounding and inner light.
Thank you for joining this journey on Soulful Sunday.
Today you've touched the deepest parts of your being,
Connecting with the radiant soul within you.
Take this light with you into your day,
Letting it illuminate your path and deepen your relationships.
May this practice continue to unfold in your life,
Reminding you that you're always connected to something greater.
And until next time,
Stay grounded,
Stay present and may peace fill your heart.
