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Loving Walking Meditation

by Dana Retzlaff

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Integrate a deep sense of self-love in your walk. This walking meditation will help you to cultivate gratitude, forgive yourself, and feel the warmth and light within and the world around you. Take your walk with intention as you have the power to nourish your mind with self-love, always.

Self LoveGroundingSelf CompassionForgivenessGratitudeHeartLight VisualizationsPositive AffirmationsVisualizationsWalking Meditations

Transcript

Welcome to this walking meditation.

Today we're going to embark on a journey of self-love,

Exploring the depth of your heart and soul as you move with intention and grace.

Find a quiet place where you can walk comfortably,

Whether it's a peaceful park,

A quiet street,

Or even your own home.

Before we begin,

Take a moment to stand still.

Feel the ground beneath your feet,

Solid and supportive.

Close your eyes if it feels right and take a deep breath in.

Hold it for a moment and then gently release it.

With each breath,

Feel yourself becoming more grounded,

More present.

Feel the warmth and the strength of the earth beneath you.

Breathe in the earth energy.

Feel your whole body and when you exhale,

Release all stagnant energy that no longer serves you out into the earth to close this cycle.

And now slowly start to walk.

With each step,

Feel the connection between your feet and the earth.

Notice the sensations,

Perhaps the softness of the grass,

The firmness of the pavement,

Or the coolness of the ground.

As you walk,

Let your breath find a natural rhythm in sync with your steps.

As you continue walking,

Bring your attention to your heart.

Feel it's steady beat,

A constant reminder of your aliveness,

Your presence.

With each beat,

Silently repeat to yourself,

I am worthy of love.

I am worthy of love.

I am worthy of love.

I am worthy of love.

Now imagine a warm,

Glowing light in the center of your chest.

This light represents your self-love,

Your inner warmth.

With each step,

See this light growing brighter and warmer,

Spreading throughout your body.

Feel it fill your chest,

Radiating out to your arms,

Your legs,

Your entire being.

As you walk,

Think about the qualities that make you unique,

The traits that you love about yourself.

Maybe it's your kindness,

Your creativity,

Your strength.

Acknowledge these qualities with gratitude.

You are a unique and wonderful person,

Deserving of your own love and respect.

If your mind starts to wander to self-criticism or doubt,

Gently bring it back to this moment.

Remember the glowing light within you,

And repeat to yourself,

I am enough.

I am enough.

I am enough.

I am enough.

Think of a time when you showed yourself compassion and kindness.

Maybe it was a small act,

Like taking a moment to rest when you were tired,

Or something bigger,

Like pursuing a dream despite of fear.

Celebrate these moments of self-love.

You have the power to nurture and care for yourself,

Always.

As you continue walking,

Let's shift our focus to forgiveness.

We all have moments when we feel we've fallen short or made mistakes.

As you walk,

Imagine those moments as small stones you've been carrying in the back.

And with each step,

Feel yourself letting go of these stones,

One by one.

Each release brings a sense of lightness and freedom.

Forgive yourself for any perceived shortcomings.

Your human and imperfection is part of the beautiful tapestry of life.

As you let go of these stones,

Repeat to yourself,

I forgive myself.

I am free.

I forgive myself.

I am free.

I forgive myself.

I am free.

Let's focus on gratitude.

Think about the things in your life that you're grateful for,

No matter how big or how small.

It could be the warmth of the sign you feel on your face,

The support you receive by a loved one,

Or the simple joy of a good meal.

It could be the fact that you woke up grateful,

That you woke up healthy today.

It could be the fact that you woke up today,

That you are alive,

That you received this gift of life.

As you walk,

Let these thoughts fill you with a deep sense of appreciation and love.

Feel this gratitude intertwining with your self-love,

Creating a powerful energy within you.

With each step,

Let this energy grow,

Filling you with a profound sense of peace and contentment.

You are surrounded by love,

Both from within and from the world around you.

Both from within and from the world around you.

As you near the end of this walking meditation,

Take a moment to acknowledge the journey you've just taken.

You've walked with intention,

Embraced your self-love,

Forgiven yourself,

And cultivated gratitude.

This journey is a testament to your strength and your commitment to nurturing your heart.

Slowly bring your walk to a gentle stop.

Stand still for a moment,

Feeling the ground beneath your feet once more.

Take a deep breath in,

Filling your lungs with fresh,

Invigorating air.

Hold it for a moment,

And then exhale slowly,

Releasing any remaining tension.

Place your hand over your heart,

Feeling its steady beat.

Whisper to yourself,

I am loved.

I am worthy.

I am enough.

Let these words resonate within you,

Filling you with a deep sense of self-love and acceptance.

Thank you for sharing this journey with me.

Remember,

You can return to this practice whenever you need to reconnect with your self-love.

You are a beautiful,

Unique,

And valuable person.

Embrace your worth,

Nurture your heart,

And walk forward with love and confidence.

Until next time,

Take care and walk in love.

Meet your Teacher

Dana RetzlaffKarlsruhe, Germany

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