Welcome to this candlelight meditation designed to kindle your inner light,
Nurturing calm and clarity to carry with you throughout your day.
Begin seated in a comfortable position.
If you have a candle nearby,
Light it and place it in front of you.
If not,
Simply imagine the gentle glow of a flame.
Close your eyes or soften your gaze and take in a deep breath,
Feeling your chest expand.
Slowly exhale,
Letting your shoulders relax.
Continue breathing in this fashion,
Inhaling deeply through your nose and a slow,
Releasing exhale through your mouth.
Now turn your focus to the candlelight.
Watch its gentle flicker or visualize the steady glow in your mind.
Notice how the flame dances but never falters.
Imagine this flame as your inner light,
A quiet but constant source of warmth and energy within you.
With each inhale,
Feel the light of the flame glowing stronger in your chest.
With each exhale,
Let it expand throughout your body,
Filling you with calm and steadiness.
Take a moment to reflect.
What quality would you like to nurture within yourself today?
Patience?
Clarity?
Compassion?
Hold that quality in your mind as you breathe in.
On your exhale,
Imagine the warmth of the flame spreading this energy through every cell of your body.
When you're ready,
Bring your awareness back to your breath.
Imagine the light of the candle accompanying you into your day,
Quietly glowing within.
Gently open your eyes and take a deep breath in.
May your day be filled with light and warmth.