Find yourself a comfortable place to sit or lie down and take a deep breath in and slowly let it out.
Breathing in filling the lungs with air and letting go,
Feel the air coming in and gently leaving your body.
Breathing in calmness,
Breathing out letting go.
Breathing in relaxation and out letting go.
Imagine your feet are placed firmly on the floor.
Feel the solid support beneath your feet connecting you to the earth.
You notice how the grain holds you up strong and steady.
Imagine roots growing from the soles of your feet reaching deep into the earth anchoring you firmly and safely.
Breath in and away and with each breath feel these roots grounding you,
Giving you a sense of stability and strength.
Noticing what you can hear now,
Listen to the sounds around you.
Notice if you can hear your breath coming in and out.
Imagine what you can feel,
The temperature of the air,
The clothes against your skin.
Feel the contact between your body and the grain.
Let this awareness deepen your sense of connection and safety.
Notice any smells in the air.
Let this sensory awareness bring you more into this present moment,
Grounding you firmly in the here and now.
With each breath becoming more and more relaxed.
Imagine yourself now or just know that you are stepping into a cozy seaside cottage,
Your perfect safe haven.
The air is filled with the fresh salty scent of the ocean.
You can hear the gentle lapping of waves against the shore.
The cottage is warm and welcoming with soft,
Comfortable furniture.
The windows are large,
Are letting the golden sunlight.
As you step inside,
Feel the wooden floor beneath your feet,
Warm and smooth.
Notice the soft rub that tiggles your toes,
Inviting you to relax and feel at ease.
You take a seat on the plush armchair by the window,
Feeling its comforting embrace as you settle in.
Outside,
You see the vast ocean stretching out to meet the horizon.
The rhythmic sound of the waves is soothing,
Like a gentle lullaby just for you.
Imagine a soft,
Warm blanket around your shoulders,
Giving you a sense of security.
You are safe here,
The world outside is calm,
And inside this cottage,
You are wrapped in a bubble of peace and tranquility.
As you breathe in,
Take in the serenity and calm of this place,
And with each breath out,
Releasing any worries or tension you might be carrying,
Allow them to drift away like clouds on a clear blue sky.
Listening now to these affirmations,
I choose to respond calmly to challenges that come my way.
I choose to prioritize self-care and nurture my mental well-being every day.
I choose to acknowledge my emotions without judgment.
I choose to communicate my need to others.
I choose to seek support from others when I need it.
I choose to let go of what I cannot control.
I choose to find joy and gratitude in small moments each day.
I choose to believe in my ability to overcome obstacles.
Allow these affirmations to be felt within your body and your mind.
And when you're ready,
Gently opening your eyes.
