Welcome to this self-acceptance meditation.
This time is for you to let go of any self-criticism and embrace who you are.
Fully and without judgment.
Find a comfortable seated position or lie down whichever feels most relaxing.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in.
And slowly exhale.
Let go of the tension in your body and allow yourself to relax completely.
Begin by bringing your attention to your breath.
Notice the gentle rise and fall of your chest.
With each inhale and exhale.
Breathe deeply but naturally.
Let your breath anchor you to this present moment.
Feel the surface beneath you supporting your body.
Let any remaining tension melt away.
Beginning from your feet.
Slowly moving up to your legs.
Hips.
And into your torso.
Feel your arms relax.
Your shoulders release.
And your neck soften.
Allow your jaw to unclench.
And relax the muscles around your eyes.
Let your whole body sink deeper into comfort.
Gently bring your awareness to your heart center.
This is where your feelings of self-acceptance.
Of love.
And compassion reside.
Take a deep breath in.
And as you breathe out.
Imagine a warm glowing light expanding from your heart.
Enveloping your entire body.
This light represents your unconditional acceptance of yourself.
It is soft.
Kind.
And gentle.
With each breath.
Let this light grow brighter and more radiant.
Feel it soothing any areas of discomfort.
Both physically.
And emotionally.
As you sit in this glowing light.
I invite you to observe any negative thoughts or self judgments that may arise.
Maybe they come as whispers or louder voices.
Whatever they are.
Acknowledge them without resistance or judgment.
Allow them to simply be.
Now.
Imagine each of these thoughts as clouds passing through your mind.
Watch them float by.
And gently dissolve into the sky.
With each exhale.
Let go of any negative beliefs about yourself.
Let go of the need for perfection.
The need for validation from others.
The harsh standards you may set for yourself.
In this moment.
As you release judgment.
Embrace the truth of who you are.
Silently repeat the following affirmations.
Allowing each one to sink in deeply.
I am worthy just as I am.
I accept myself fully.
With all my strengths and imperfections.
I release the need to be perfect and choose to be at peace with who I am.
I honour my journey and trust that I am exactly where I need to be.
I am enough.
Feel the truth of these words resonate within you.
Let them replace any lingering doubts or insecurities.
Let these affirmations flow through you grounding you in self-acceptance.
Take a moment to acknowledge all that you are.
Every experience.
Every flaw.
Every strength.
These make up your unique and beautiful self.
Imagine embracing all parts of yourself without hesitation or criticism.
Visualize yourself standing tall.
Bathed in the warm light of your own acceptance.
Feel the weight of self-doubt lifting from your shoulders.
Know that you are whole exactly as you are.
As we near the end of this meditation.
Take a deep breath in.
Filling your lungs with the light of self-love and acceptance.
And as you exhale feel grounded in this truth.
You are enough.
Gently begin to bring your awareness back to your surroundings.
Wiggle your fingers and toes.
Gently stretch your body.
And when you're ready.
Open your eyes.
Carry this feeling of self-acceptance with you throughout your day.
Remember no matter what happens you are worthy of love and kindness.
Especially from yourself.
Thank you for joining me today in this practice.
