I'm Suzanne and this is a centering practice to help you find the courage you need to speak up.
I know you're here because you're a sensitive soul and you've been holding on to a truth that's in your heart.
You might be preparing to set a boundary,
Tell a difficult story,
Shine light on injustice.
Or maybe it's time for you to speak up and be heard where you've been silent before.
Whatever your situation,
Know that you're worthy and your voice is valuable.
What you have to say is worthwhile.
When we share from our hearts,
We honour our integrity and everyone learns.
Begin by finding a comfortable seated position in a place where you feel safe.
Sometimes putting your hand on your heart can help you feel safety from within.
Close your eyes if it feels safe to do so.
Otherwise,
Focus on a spot on the ground or floor in front of you.
Now take a great big breath in and let it out as slowly as you can.
Let's try that again.
A deep meaningful breath in and let it all out.
Breathing in courage and breathing out fear.
Breathing in confidence and breathing out nerves.
Breathing in calm and breathing out reactivity.
As you breathe,
Feel your feet rooted into the floor,
Grounded as strong as tree roots.
As you breathe,
Feel the weight of your worries ease off your shoulders.
As you breathe,
Go within to your deep inner knowing.
Now centered in your power,
Repeat these courage building affirmations either out loud or in your heart.
The first one is,
I know what's true.
The second one is,
I am in my integrity.
My integrity is a place of power.
I am willing to hold space for truth.
I am willing to share my wisdom.
Other people's reactions belong to them.
Other people's opinions are their responsibility to manage.
I am rooted in truth like a tall tree.
I am grateful for any nerves that tell me I'm doing something big and give me the energy to speak up.
I'm energized to speak up.
It's okay to feel uncomfortable.
Feeling uncomfortable can be a sign of growth.
I know my integrity is my strength and my refuge.
When I speak,
I can say the truth calmly and directly.
When I speak,
People can understand me.
When I speak,
Others listen.
I speak up because I have something to say.
When I raise my voice and speak up,
We all learn.
Sharing truth is a way to grow and create positive change.
I welcome positive change.
Now one more time,
Breathe in courage,
Confidence,
And calm.
You can repeat any of these affirmations as much as you need to.
It might help to write one or two down.
I'm proud of you for the courage it took to prepare to speak or write your truth.
That shows you have the courage,
Discernment,
And conviction to speak up.
You can do this.
