Guided imagery for relaxation and healing.
This is a guided imagery to promote relaxation and support healing.
This script is helpful for anyone preparing for surgery or recovering from surgery illness or injury.
Remember that you can pause or end this practice at any time for any reason by simply opening your eyes.
Now find a comfortable position,
Seated or lying down,
Ankles and legs uncrossed,
Arms resting at your sides or hands resting gently in your lap.
Allow your eyes to close softly.
Take in a slow gentle breath,
Inhaling through the nose,
Then exhaling through the nose or mouth.
Continue to breathe softly and slowly,
Allowing your breath to flow naturally and with ease.
Feel your body begin to soften,
Your soft belly rising and falling with each inhale and exhale.
With each breath,
Allow your body to soften a little more.
Feel your feet relax.
Feel your hands relax.
Allow your hands and feet to become warm and heavy.
Feel your shoulders ease and your jaw relax.
Relax your forehead.
Continue to breathe in and out of the belly button.
Now imagine yourself in a place of peace and comfort.
Maybe a beach at sunrise,
A quiet and peaceful room,
A beautiful forest clearing or a garden filled with light.
Notice the details of this place you've chosen.
What time of day is it?
What's the season?
Is it light or dark or something in between?
What objects do you see around you near or far?
Notice the shapes,
Colors and textures of anything you can see.
Notice the feel of your clothing or anything touching your skin,
The temperature of the air,
Any warmth or coolness that you may feel on your skin.
Notice any sounds you hear here.
Maybe it's silence,
That's okay.
Notice any smells you may smell in this place.
Imagine and name any smells you might find here.
Allow yourself to feel safe and supported in this space.
As you rest here,
Picture a warm,
Healing light surrounding you.
With each breath in,
This light fills your body,
Moving gently around and through every cell of your body.
With each breath out,
You release tension,
Worry,
Fear or discomfort.
Focus on the color and intensity of this healing light.
Allow the light to pulsate and flow in rhythm with your breath.
Now let the light settle wherever your body most needs healing.
Allow the light to soothe any areas of discomfort,
Release tension,
Calm your heart,
Relax your lungs and strengthen your immune system.
Trust that your body knows how and where to use this healing energy.
Repeat quietly to yourself,
I am calm and at peace.
I feel supported.
My body is healing.
Stay with this peaceful scene for as long as you wish.
When you're ready to emerge from this practice,
Gently bring your awareness back to your surroundings,
Taking one or two deep breaths.
Wiggle your fingers and toes and gently open your eyes.
Continue carrying this sense of healing with you.
