Welcome to this guided meditation specially created for anyone who loves and appreciates the joy that dogs bring to us.
Let's embark on a journey together,
A journey inward to a place of peace and tranquility,
A place where you are surrounded by unconditional love and unwavering loyalty,
A place where stress melts away and worries dissipate like clouds in the summer sky.
Let's begin by finding a comfortable position,
Either sitting or lying down.
Gently close your eyes and feel the weight of your body sink into the chair or bed or other support.
Roll your shoulders and let your arms fall naturally to your sides.
Take a deep breath in through your nose,
Filling your lungs with the energy of calm and quiet.
And as you exhale,
Release any tension or stress.
Once more,
Take a deep breath in through your nose,
And this time hold it and exhale fully through your mouth.
Now let's take advantage of the amazing energy from the ages that the Earth has to offer by imagining yourself standing barefoot on the ground.
Feel the cool,
Grounding energy of the majestic planet beneath your feet.
This energy is supporting you,
Holding you steady.
With each time you inhale,
Pull this grounding energy up from your feet,
Through your body,
Anchoring you to the present moment.
And as you exhale,
Release any thoughts or emotions that are keeping you from fully being here in this moment.
Continue to breathe naturally and comfortably,
And as thoughts enter your mind,
Allow them to gently pass through.
Try to focus on the tranquility of the rhythm of your breath.
Now picture a serene,
Idyllic meadow in summer.
The sun is shining warmly,
Casting dappled shadows through the trees.
A gentle breeze carries the sweet scents of wildflowers.
You can hear the pleasant chirping of birds as they fly past and nestle into the nearby trees.
And in the distance,
You hear the familiar,
Joyful barking of dogs,
Calling you toward them.
You make your way slowly and intentionally along the meadow,
And as you approach,
You see a gathering of dogs of all shapes,
Colors,
And sizes.
They are bounding across the grass and playing as though they are the best of friends,
Their tails wagging with excitement.
As you take in the moment,
You notice a majestic golden retriever,
Its clean,
Golden coat shimmering in the summer sunlight.
Its eyes are filled with warmth and kindness as it proudly carries a branch in its jaw for all to see and admire.
And as you draw nearer,
You see a playful black Labrador puppy,
And he bounces around your feet,
His tongue lolling out from side to side in a happy grin.
You notice the sleek iridescence of its tightly cropped fur as the puppy finds your wiggling toes more interesting than the rubber toy it dropped in the grass.
A dignified German Shepherd stands nearby,
Its gaze steady and protective.
The black and tan elder statesmen of the pack,
Keeping order and ensuring that everyone has a grand time together.
The black Labrador puppy suddenly has competition for your toes as a tiny white and beige Chihuahua curls up in a ball at your feet,
Purring and rumbling contentedly.
Take a moment to look around and feel the love and acceptance radiating from each and every one of these beautiful dogs.
They are here to greet you and welcome you to their pack,
To offer their companionship and affection.
Let go of any residual anxiety or insecurity or stress as you realize that these dogs see only the best in you,
Sometimes better than you can even see yourself,
And they love you unconditionally.
As you observe these dogs,
Notice how relaxed and carefree they are.
Their bodies are loose and fluid,
Their movements are effortless.
Learn from them and allow their serenity to wash over you.
As it does,
Feel the tension melting away from your muscles,
Your mind becoming calm and clear.
And with each breath that you take,
Imagine any leftover stress and anxiety leaving your body.
Picture it as dark clouds being released from your body each time you exhale,
Dissipating by the power of the bright sunlight.
Focus now on the present moment,
The warmth of the summer sun,
The soft breeze,
And the wonderfully joyful sounds of the dogs.
Breathe comfortably and naturally,
And let your breath be a gentle anchor,
Keeping you grounded and centered in that same Earth's energy we absorbed earlier.
With each inhalation,
Draw in peace and tranquility,
And with each exhalation,
Release any remaining tension or worry.
Now pay attention to the details of this wonderful scene.
What you see and smell and hear and feel.
Immerse yourself fully in the experience of the moment.
Feel the warmth of the sun on your skin,
The soft grass beneath your feet.
Listen to the birds chirping,
The gentle rustling of leaves in the trees.
Notice the playful,
Positive energy of the dogs,
Their joyful barks and excited tail wags.
Allow yourself to connect with these dogs on an emotional level.
Feel their love and affection,
Their unwavering loyalty.
Let their presence fill you with a sense of peace and belonging.
After all,
You are now part of the pack.
Sense and enjoy the energy of connectedness of the pack,
And imagine yourself joining the dogs in their play.
Feel the joy and excitement as you run through the meadow with them.
Let their fur,
Some silky soft,
Some coarse and strong,
Some feathered and airy,
Scratch behind their ears and shower them with praise,
And accept any dog kisses they are willing to give,
And feel their cool,
Moist noses against your cheek.
Let yourself be completely immersed in this moment of pure and unconditional happiness.
As you continue to interact with the dogs,
Notice how your body feels.
Your muscles are relaxed,
Your breathing is slow and steady,
Your heart rate has lessened,
And your mind is clear and focused.
Let this sense of deep relaxation permeate every part of your being.
Acknowledge and remember it.
This very special,
Loving,
Safe space is yours now,
For whenever you wish to return,
And for you to stay as long as you would like.
Take a few more moments to simply be present in this peaceful,
Joyful space with the rest of your new pack.
Enjoy the company of these loving animals,
And prepare to say goodbye for now.
Continue to breathe naturally and comfortably,
And slowly feel the weight of your body in the chair or bed or other support.
Make your way back to the room or physical surroundings,
And when you are ready,
Gently open your eyes,
Wiggle your fingers and toes,
And return to the present moment.
Remember the feelings of peace,
Relaxation,
And love that you have experienced with your new doggy family,
And know that you can carry these feelings with you wherever you go.
Thank you for joining me on this special journey of love,
And may you be blessed with peace,
Joy,
And unwavering love for and from our furry friends.
