Guided Meditations/Body Appreciation Meditation

This resource provides instructions for a guided body appreciation meditation:

Begin by finding a comfortable seated position with your spine straight and your hands resting on your lap. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth.

Now, bring your attention to your body. Visualize a warm, golden light flowing through your body, starting at the top of your head and flowing down to your toes.

As you focus on your body, begin to appreciate all that it does for you. Think about how your body carries you through your day, allowing you to experience the world around you.

Think about all the different parts of your body, from your hands and feet to your eyes and ears. Appreciate each part of your body for its unique function and purpose.

Now, focus on any areas of your body that you may have been critical of in the past. Imagine a warm, healing light flowing to these areas, releasing any negative thoughts or emotions.

Allow yourself to fully embrace your body as it is in this moment, accepting and appreciating all of its imperfections and unique qualities.

Take a few deep breaths and continue to appreciate your body. Allow yourself to fully immerse in this feeling of gratitude and appreciation.

When you're ready, slowly bring your attention back to your breath. Take a few deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth.

When you feel ready, gently open your eyes and take a moment to notice any changes in how you feel. Allow yourself to carry this sense of appreciation and gratitude with you throughout the rest of your day.