RELAXATION FOR POSITIVE SELF-IMAGE This guided relaxation is designed to help you develop a positive self-image,
Strengthen confidence and cultivate self-acceptance.
Let go of self-doubt and allow yourself to feel comfortable in your own skin.
Find a quiet place where you can sit or lie down comfortably.
Close your eyes,
Take a deep breath in and gently exhale.
Breathe in deeply and slowly breathe out.
Continue breathing,
Allowing each inhale to bring in calm and each exhale to release tension.
Now let's begin a countdown from 10 to 1.
With each number,
Feel yourself becoming more relaxed,
More at peace.
10.
Your body begins to soften.
9.
A warm sensation spreads through your hands and feet.
8.
Your muscles grow loose and heavy.
7.
Your thoughts drift,
Bringing you deeper into relaxation.
6.
Your breath slows,
Steady and natural.
5.
A pleasant wave of calm flows through you.
4.
Releasing all tension.
3.
Your body and mind feel completely at ease.
2.
Sinking deeper into relaxation.
1.
You are now deeply relaxed and at peace.
In this peaceful state,
Take a moment to reflect on self-image.
Imagine what it means to truly accept yourself,
To see yourself with kindness and appreciation.
What does self-acceptance feel like?
Self-image is the way we see ourselves.
A positive self-image allows us to feel confident while embracing both our strengths and areas for growth.
It's about respecting who you are while continuing to evolve.
Negative thoughts can sometimes cloud our perception,
But they are just thoughts,
Not truths.
Consider how you talk to yourself.
If a critical thought arises,
Pause and ask,
Is this based on fact or is it an assumption?
Try reframing those thoughts with kindness and realism.
For example,
Imagine walking down the street and noticing someone glancing in your direction.
A negative self-image might tell you,
They must think I look strange.
But a positive mindset might respond,
I don't know what they're thinking,
Maybe they're just looking around.
Your thoughts shape your reality.
So why not try choosing to see yourself with kindness?
Now,
Picture a jar filled with a soothing liquid.
This is a pure relaxation.
The colour is warm and inviting,
Like a golden light.
You hold the softest,
Silkiest brush in your hand.
Dip it into the relaxation and gently paint a stroke across the back of your hand.
Feel the relaxation absorb into your skin,
Melting away any tension.
Continue brushing this relaxation over your fingers,
Your palm,
Your wrist.
And as the liquid absorbs,
Your hand feels warm,
Calm and deeply at ease.
Now move up your arm,
Painting relaxation along your forearm,
To your elbow,
Up to your shoulder.
Feel the relaxation sinking in,
Your arm becoming heavier,
Looser,
Completely at peace.
Imagine brushing this relaxation across your neck,
Smoothing it over your forehead,
Your cheeks,
Your jaw.
Any tension just melts away.
Let the relaxation flow down your spine,
Spreading warmth through your back,
Chest and stomach.
Feel it moving through your hips,
Down your legs,
All the way to your feet.
Your entire body is now bathed in relaxation,
Sinking deeply into comfort and calm.
Take a moment to simply rest,
Enjoying this peaceful state.
As your body relaxes,
Your mind follows.
Imagine embracing a strong,
Positive self-image.
Picture yourself standing tall,
Feeling secure in who you are.
You are confident.
You are capable.
You are worthy of kindness,
Especially from yourself.
Mistakes are part of growth,
And you welcome learning from them.
You respect yourself and treat yourself with compassion.
You do not need to be different to stand out,
Nor do you need to blend in.
You are enough just as you are.
You are a person of value.
You deserve respect,
Happiness and fulfillment.
Allow the sense of confidence to settle deep within you.
Let it become part of you,
Something you carry forward in every moment of your life.
When you are ready,
I will count from one to three.
With each number,
You will return to full awareness,
Bringing this confidence and self-acceptance with you.
1.
Feeling refreshed and strong.
2.
Becoming aware of your surroundings.
3.
Fully awake,
Calm and filled with positivity.
Carry this self-assurance with you today,
Knowing you are worthy of happiness,
Respect and love.
Always.
