Opening the heart to joy.
Begin by finding a quiet and comfortable space where you can relax and let go of any distractions.
Lie down and just be for a moment.
If that's not possible,
Sit as comfortably as you can.
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths.
Allow your body to settle into a state of relaxation.
Allow your body to settle into a state of relaxation.
We instead dissolve the obstacles that prevent its flow.
As Rumi said in one of his beautiful poems,
Your essence is gold hidden in dust.
So let's rub away at the dust and reveal the pure gold that we really are.
Now bring your attention to your heart centre,
Located in the middle of your chest.
Visualise a warm,
Radiant light emanating from your heart,
Filling your entire being with love and warmth.
With each breath,
Imagine this light growing brighter and more expansive,
Radiating outward.
As you continue to breathe deeply,
Begin to focus on the idea of joy.
Visualise joy as a vibrant and glowing energy,
Swirling around you like a beautiful golden mist.
With each breath,
Invite this joyful energy to enter your heart centre,
Allowing it to open and expand.
As the joyful energy enters your heart,
Feel any tightness or resistance melting away.
Imagine any barriers or walls around your heart dissolving,
Allowing joy to move freely in and out.
With each breath,
Feel your heart expanding and becoming more receptive to joy.
Now bring to mind a moment or experience in your life that brought you pure joy.
It could be a memory,
An accomplishment or even a simple moment of connection with another person.
As you immerse yourself in this joyful memory,
Notice how it feels in your body.
Pay attention to any sensations,
Whether it's a lightness in your chest,
A warm glow or a sense of openness.
Allow these feelings to amplify and spread throughout your entire being.
Now imagine yourself surrounded by loved ones,
Friends or even imaginary beings who radiate joy.
Picture them smiling,
Laughing and sharing their happiness with you.
Feel their joyful energy merging with your own,
Amplifying your sense of joy and opening your heart even further.
Take a moment to reflect on the things in your life that bring you joy.
It could be simple pleasures like nature,
Music,
Art or acts of kindness.
Embrace these sources of joy and let them fill your heart with gratitude and appreciation.
As you bask in this joyful state,
Affirm to yourself,
I am open to receiving joy in my life.
I choose to embrace joy and allow it to flow freely through me.
I am open to receiving joy in my life.
I choose to embrace joy and allow it to flow freely through me.
Allow this affirmation,
Whether you repeat it or just listen to it,
To sink deep into your conscious mind,
Into your heart.
Now take a few moments to simply sit with your heart open to joy.
Allow the feelings of joy to wash over you,
Filling you with warmth,
Love and contentment.
Know that you have the power to invite joy into your life and to experience it fully.
When you are ready,
Gently bring your awareness back to your surroundings.
Take a deep breath,
Wiggle your fingers and toes and slowly open your eyes.
Carry this sense of joy and openness with you as you continue your day,
Knowing that your heart is open to receive the blessings of joy.
