As you sit or lie down now.
Allowing yourself to get comfortable.
Perhaps resting your hands loosely in your lap.
Or by your sides.
Notice the surface supporting you.
How it feels to be held here safely.
With nothing else to do.
And maybe you become aware of your breathing.
Not needing to change it,
Simply following the gentle rhythm in and out.
And out.
Each breath a reminder that you are here now.
With every exhale,
Perhaps a little softening in your shoulders,
Your face,
Your hands.
And for these next few minutes,
This is your time.
A gift for yourself.
If you'd like,
Imagine with each in-breath.
You are drawing in a sense of calm.
And with each out breath letting go of anything you don't need at the moment.
Inhale,
Calm.
Exhale,
Release.
A soft wave of relaxation flowing gently through your body from the top of your head.
Down your shoulders.
Arms,
Chest,
Down your back.
Legs,
All the way to the tips of your toes.
It's as if a warm light or a gentle breeze is soothing every part of you and your whole body can rest into ease.
Now imagine a peaceful place.
Perhaps a garden filled with blossoms,
Or a quiet beach where the waves touch the shore,
Or maybe a forest with light dancing through the trees.
Whatever comes to you is just right.
Notice the colors here,
The sounds,
The feeling of the ground beneath your feet.
And as you breathe here,
You may notice a gentle light nearby,
Soft,
Glowing.
Inviting.
This light holds the essence of your radiant self.
The part of you that remembers strength.
Calm,
Clarity and worth.
Allow yourself to step towards this light.
And as you do,
Feel it welcoming you.
Perhaps warm like sunlight.
Or soft like the glow of a candle.
And when you are ready,
Step into this light.
Feel it surround you.
Filling you with calm,
Clarity and appreciation.
Notice how your body responds,
How your heart feels,
Connecting with this radiance.
Perhaps a word.
An image.
Or a feeling arises here.
Something you can carry with you as a gentle reminder of your strength and beauty.
Stay with this light for a few breaths,
Knowing it is always here,
Waiting to be remembered.
And now slowly bringing this spark of renewal back with you,
Keeping that word or feeling close by.
Like a companion through your day.
Or through your night.
Breathing in calm.
Breathing out appreciation.
Notice once more the surface beneath you,
The space around you.
If this is mourning.
You might choose to return.
Refreshed.
Clear,
Ready for the day.
If this is evening,
You might drift into peaceful rest carried by this calm.
Wiggle your fingers.
Your toes.
And when you are ready,
Open your eyes,
Bringing with you a spark of renewal.
Already shining within.