Self Hug: A Moment Of Calm, Regulate Nervous System Reset

Welcome to this self-hug meditation,

A moment to embrace yourself with love and kindness.

Find a comfortable position where you can sit or stand so that your arms and hands are free to move,

Closing your eyes if you feel comfortable to do so and taking a deep breath.

As you exhale through your mouth,

Imagine releasing all the tension,

All the judgment.

Let this moment to be about connection and care for yourself.

Now gently wrap your arms around yourself as if giving yourself a warm hug.

Notice any tension of your hands.

Notice the sensation of your hands resting on your arms or shoulders.

Feel the comfort and support of your own embrace.

Taking in another deep breath,

And this time as you exhale,

Softly say to yourself,

I am here for you,

I love you.

With each breath now,

Sending love and appreciation to every part of your body and your mind,

Every cell,

With love,

The vibration of love.

If your mind starts to wander,

That's ok,

Gently bring your attention back to the warmth of your hug and the rhythm of your breath.

Inhaling deeply,

Feeling the connection and exhaling,

Letting go of anything that no longer serves you and relaxing into your own embrace.

Perhaps beginning to sway,

Bringing in a little movement,

Staying here for a few more breaths,

Simply holding yourself.

Holding yourself with care,

Offering comfort,

Understanding and unconditional love,

Building a cocoon of love.

When you're ready,

Release your arms,

Letting them rest by your side or in your lap.

Taking one final deep inhale,

And as you exhale,

Affirming to yourself,

Gently opening your eyes,

And taking this feeling of self-compassion with you.

And as you exhale,

Letting go of anything that no longer serves you and welcoming you into your day.