![]() If you feel some openness, some tenderness, this can be when you shift your attention to the other person.And if not, if you feel stuck in some way, it’s fine to keep offering that compassion to whatever is here. Take some moments to notice the increased presence that’s here in whatever way it shows up for you, maybe some more space or clarity, you might feel more connected at home in your own being.Whatever begins to soften and open, let it in. Trust your goodness, trust you’re loved, you belong. For some, it helps to whisper out loud to themselves, even using your name. It’s going right to the part of you that feels vulnerable. ![]() Again, having your hand perhaps on your heart, and sending whatever message of care would be most healing. Begin, as you sense whatever the need is that’s the strongest, to really call on yourself, the most awake part of your heart, and offer compassion to yourself.What’s the unmet need here? Ask yourself, what were you hoping for? What were you wanting to experience that didn’t happen? What needs can you identify that are unfulfilled? Is that the need to be seen? To be understood? To be safe, respected, cared for, or loved? ![]() I find it helpful to put my hand on my heart or wherever the feelings are strongest to keep the attention on the body and also begin to offer some care. What most wants your attention? Feel your body, your throat, your chest, your belly. And you might just ask yourself: What’s the feeling that’s most difficult to feel, or that I’m most unwilling to feel, but that’s really here and wants attention. You might have anger and dislike, but there may also be hurt or despair or shame or just a sense of powerlessness.
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