The body scan

I explore within with the warm light of a torch.

Warm light?

A brash high contrast clash is counterproductive.

The warm white light emits a glow. A glow more gentle and conducive.

Self compassion is fostered as racing thoughts are labelled and spoken out loud: thinking, sorrow, fear, terror, anger, despair, and anxiety.

I visualise them floating away though my bedroom window.

Now fleeting my mind becomes quiet so I can return to focus.

In the present moment I delve into my body spaces.

I identify areas and sit quietly there without question.

I then transition to the identification of tension and muscle distress.

I acknowledge without judgement.

I breathe into the isolated.

“Let” - On my in breath.

“Go” - as it is released.

My perception, spirit and body sated.

I heal ...

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One of the many guided body scans I use daily is provided below.

https://youtu.be/OS_iqfGjL78

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