Hello,
I'm Ashley Radzat.
This short meditation is for parents of teens who may find themselves stuck in fear of the future or worry about the past.
Whether you're concerned about what lies ahead for your child or reflecting on how you were parented,
This meditation invites you to release those thoughts and focus on the present moment.
Let's begin by grounding ourselves in the now.
Take a deep breath in and exhale slowly.
Allow your body to settle into a comfortable position and close your eyes if that feels right for you.
Take a deep breath in through your nose and release it slowly through your mouth.
Feel the air entering your lungs and as you exhale,
Notice how your body softens with each breath.
Allow the outside world to fade away for these next few minutes.
This is your time to be present.
Breathe in deeply again and exhale,
Letting go of any tension in your shoulders,
Neck or jaw.
As you continue to breathe,
I invite you to bring awareness to any lingering thoughts about how you were parented or past experiences that shape how you feel today.
Maybe you're questioning your parenting choices or you find yourself replaying memories of your own childhood.
Whatever comes up,
Acknowledge it with kindness and gently release it.
You are not defined by the past.
Take a deep breath in and as you exhale,
Imagine these thoughts floating away like leaves in the wind.
Allow yourself to step out of the shadow of the past and into the light of the present moment.
Breathe in and breathe out,
Releasing the past with every exhale.
Now let's shift our focus to the future.
It's natural to worry about what's ahead for your teen,
Whether they'll be safe,
Happy or successful,
But the future isn't here yet.
The only moment you can truly influence is right now.
With your next breath,
Inhale deeply,
Filling yourself with calm and trust.
And as you exhale,
Let go of fear and anxiety about what's to come.
Realize that you are doing your best and that your teen is on their own path of growth.
Breathe in trust and exhale fear.
Breathe in peace and exhale worry.
Feel yourself becoming more present,
Grounded and connected to this moment right here,
Right now.
You are enough.
Bring your awareness back to your breath,
Noticing how it flows naturally in and out.
Feel the present moment supporting you.
There's no past to change and no future to control.
Just this moment of connection with yourself and with your teen.
Take one more deep breath in,
Filling yourself with a sense of calm and presence.
And as you exhale,
Let go of any remaining tension or worry.
When you are ready,
Gently open your eyes and return to the space around you.
Remember,
Parenting happens in the present.
By letting go of the past and releasing fear of the future,
You create room for connection,
Growth and peace with your teen right here,
Right now.
Thank you for joining me today.
Take this calm with you as you move forward.
