How do you support yourself? How do you create more ease in your body? We have reflexive responses in our body, like our shoulders coming up to our ears and tightness in the back of our neck. When we really pay attention to our experience, we notice the habitual patterns in our body, breath and thoughts. Hug your younger self: bring up an image of yourself at an age where you really needed comfort and connection, and visualize giving your younger self a warm, supportive hug. Remember a time you were hugged by someone who was safe and connected with you. Bring yourself back into nature to a time when you felt safe and warm. A beach. In the forest. Your own back yard. Even if there are tight or painful spots in your body or thoughts in your mind, can you sense into a larger good-will? Put a hand on your heart or wrap your arms around yourself. Accept that warmth and comfort. Allow yourself to take this into your day.