What's Going Well - Focusing On The Good

This is a short meditation to help you focus on what's going well.

You might use this when you find yourself in a negative place or if you are preparing for an event,

Such as a talk or interview.

So find a comfortable position,

Sitting or lying down,

Close your eyes if that feels right,

And just let your body soften.

Take a slow,

Deep breath into your belly and let it go.

Again,

Inhale,

Calm,

And exhale,

Fully,

And one more time,

Inhale,

And exhaling any tension.

And now bring your attention to what is going well in your life.

Maybe it's the basics.

You have a place to live,

Food on the table,

Clothes that keep you warm or cool,

A bed that gives you rest.

Noticing how these basics quietly support you.

Perhaps think of small comforts,

A favorite chair,

A cozy blanket,

A warm cup of tea,

Sunlight through a window.

Letting yourself notice how some of these small comforts bring ease and nourishment.

And now invite the presence of someone you love.

Perhaps it's a beloved pet or a good friend.

Feel their warmth,

Their care,

And the comfort they bring.

Allow that feeling to spread throughout your body.

If you have an event or situation ahead of you,

Perhaps an interview,

Meeting,

Or conversation,

Now let yourself see it unfolding smoothly.

Imagine yourself calm,

Steady,

And confident.

Picture others responding with openness and encouragement.

Breathe into this feeling.

Let gratitude and confidence anchor in your body.

The more you practice this focus on what's going well,

The easier it becomes.

Each time you pause and notice what's going well,

You build momentum,

Resilience,

And a steady confidence.

Take one last deep breath in and let it go.

When you're ready,

Gently open your eyes,

Carrying this sense of what's going well with you into the rest of your day.

Wishing you well.