If you'd like to join me for the next few minutes in a guided visualization of Embracing the Mystery,
Find a comfortable seat and close your eyes or softly gaze downward.
And bring some awareness to your breath,
Letting go of everything that doesn't concern you right now.
It'll be back after the meditation,
But for now,
Just be here.
Shifting your awareness into that place of unconditional love in the center of your heart,
That space where you feel love and feel loved no matter what.
Breathe into this space and visualize a white light filling your heart.
And see and feel that light growing brighter and bigger with each breath.
See and feel the light fill your heart,
Your chest and back,
Your shoulders,
Hands and fingers.
See and feel that light growing upward into your neck and head,
Downward into your hips,
Legs,
Until your entire body is filled with and surrounded by loving white light.
As this being of light,
Imagine you're standing at the edge of a beautiful,
Mysterious forest dark and thick with trees.
Deep within the forest lies an unknown space that's waiting to be discovered by you.
This space feels like love,
Like home,
Like the answers your heart has been seeking.
And knowing your heart light illuminates the path in front of you,
See yourself take a step forward until you find yourself in a peaceful clearing of colorful flowers,
Textured pebbles and maybe a trickling stream.
Take in this awe-inspiring view.
What else might you notice here?
And look down at your feet,
You see a small treasure chest with your name on it.
Inside is a message of love just for you.
Open it and see your message.
Try not to force or judge this message,
Just notice what it is.
And notice how you feel when you take in this message.
You can take this message with you or put it back in the chest whenever you decide.
Maybe one last look at this beauty.
And once you're ready,
Find your way back to the edge of the forest,
Giving thanks to your guiding light and even the doubt that helps you to proceed.
Remember walking your spiritual path,
Although sometimes dark,
Awaits your warm embrace and will always lead you to the light.
Begin to deepen your breath,
Slowly become aware of your surroundings in this present moment.
And when you're ready,
Open your eyes.
If you feel inclined,
Take a moment to jot down anything you'd like to remember.
