If you had a rough day at work, your inner critic was overactive, or you’re just feeling a little down, try this loving kindness meditation. It can be difficult to cultivate self-love, but it is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. The very peacefulness you create with this ritual can also be sent to another with your intention. Begin by sitting quietly, taking relaxed, slow, deep breaths and wishing yourself happiness. After sitting quietly, begin to speak this mantra aloud:
May I be happy.
May I be well.
May I be safe.
May I be peaceful.
May I be at ease.
May I be content.
Continue this practice until you feel “full” of self-love and compassion. When you are ready to move to the next phase, begin to think of another person to whom you would like to give happiness and unconditional love. Send the love through your meditation and by saying these words:
May you be happy.
May you be well.
May you be safe.
May you be peaceful.
May you be filled with contentment.
This post is an excerpt from Prayers for Calm by Becca Anderson, which can be found at Amazon.
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