This is a meditation called Embracing Compassion with Kuan Yin.
So find a quiet and comfortable place to either sit or lie down.
Make sure you won't be disturbed for the duration of this meditation.
And gently close your eyes.
Begin by taking a deep,
Soothing breath in.
And slowly exhale.
And another one.
Breathe in.
And exhale.
Letting all tension meld away.
Continue breathing like this a few more times.
Allow your body to relax completely,
Feeling supported and at ease.
Now bring your awareness to your heart center.
Visualize a soft,
Warm light glowing in your heart.
A light that represents compassion,
Love,
And kindness.
As you focus on this light,
Feel it expanding with each breath.
Filling your entire being with warmth and peace.
In this space of calm and love,
Invite the presence of Kuan Yin,
The goddess of compassion and mercy.
Kuan Yin is a sacred divinity in Eastern spiritual traditions.
Known for her boundless compassion and her deep commitment to soothing the suffering of all beings.
Imagine Kuan Yin appearing before you.
Breathe in a gentle,
Radiant light.
Her presence is soft yet powerful.
And her eyes are filled with unconditional love.
As she approaches,
You feel her compassion surrounding you.
Like a warm and comforting embrace.
Invite Kuan Yin into your heart.
Welcoming her wisdom and loving energy.
As she enters your heart,
Feel her compassion merging with the light in your heart.
Amplifying it with her divine presence.
This light is now infused with her boundless love.
A love that is both gentle and rejuvenating.
Breathe in this energy,
This light,
This love.
Breathe it in through your heart.
Now focus on the light of compassion within you.
And allow it to be for you.
Often we are quick to offer compassion to others.
And forget to extend the same kindness to ourselves.
Kuan Yin teaches us that true compassion begins within.
Take a moment to reflect on any areas of your life where you may be harsh or critical towards yourself.
As you do,
Imagine Kuan Yin's gentle hands placing her compassionate light directly on those areas.
Feel the warmth and healing energy as it melds away any self-judgement,
Self-doubt or pain.
Allow yourself to receive this compassion fully.
Knowing that you are deserving of the same love and kindness that you offer to others.
With each breath,
Feel the compassion growing stronger in your heart.
Soothing and healing any wounds.
As you embrace this self-compassion,
Notice how it creates space for even greater peace.
Understanding and love within you.
Kuan Yin reminds you that by nurturing yourself with compassion,
You strengthen your ability to be compassionate towards others.
The more love and kindness you give to yourself,
The more you have to share with the world.
As you continue to breathe,
Let this compassionate light expand beyond your heart,
Radiating throughout your entire body.
Feel it touching every cell.
Bringing a profound sense of peace,
Wholeness and healing.
Stay in this space for as long as you need.
Feeling the deep connection with Kuan Yin and the powerful presence of self-compassion within you.
When you are ready,
Thank Kuan Yin for her presence,
Her guidance and her love.
Know that you can call upon her at any time to remind you of the importance of compassion for yourself.
Gently bring your awareness back to your surroundings.
Carrying with you the peaceful energy of Kuan Yin and the deep sense of self-compassion you've cultivated.
And when you are ready,
Slowly open your eyes.
Feeling refreshed,
Loved and deeply connected to the energy of compassion.
