Somewhere Over The Rainbow Bridge: Pet Loss Grief Meditation

Welcome to Meditation Tides with Michelle's Sanctuary.

Let the tides of this practice wash over you with compassion and self-care.

You are listening to Somewhere Over the Rainbow Bridge,

A guided meditation for the loss of a pet.

As this is a sensitive subject,

Only you can decide if you are ready to listen.

And find a bit of healing.

There is no easy way to ever reconcile a loss like this,

But if you feel willing to try,

Find a safe place to get comfortable and settle.

You may listen during the day,

Or use this to fall asleep and guide you to good dreams of your dear pet companion.

I am Michelle,

And as you listen,

Think of my voice as that of a long-time trusted friend who understands the deep love you felt and shared with your pet.

The relationship with your dear animal friend was unique,

Formed by unbreakable bonds of loyalty and trust.

And as you flow through the waves of grief,

We are going to take this time to focus on the beauty in the love you shared.

If you find yourself grappling with guilt,

Know you are not alone.

It's a natural part of saying goodbye.

Every pet owner may experience this at some point.

And when it creeps in,

Remind yourself that this kind of guilt is a shade in the full spectrum of love.

Feel a shift within you as you change the way you approach these feelings,

Imagining a band of light representing guilt,

As it becomes a vibrant rainbow of love,

Wrapping around you with empathy.

When you find yourself stuck on recurring thoughts that don't feel good,

Be kind to yourself,

As you remember that this loss cuts so deep because that is how deep the wells of love you carry are.

Pour into yourself all the compassion that you poured into your beloved pet.

Whenever you listen and give yourself time for this practice,

I aim to help you find peace and focus on all that you share together as you reconnect again,

Somewhere beyond the rainbow bridge.

Let's begin by taking a moment to ground ourselves as you come to stillness,

Either comfortably sitting or lying down,

Your eyes closed on the outside world,

So you may draw within.

Take a deep breath through your nose,

Filling your lungs to their capacity,

And exhale slowly through your mouth.

Feel tension beginning to leave your body.

With each breath out,

Sometimes loss causes our bodies to tense as we hold our breath without even realizing it.

But now we are going to enjoy three more conscious breaths together,

And I invite you to flow through every feeling that arises.

It will be different each time you listen.

It's okay to cry.

It's okay to laugh or smile when a beautiful memory returns.

But as you experience this connection,

Set your intention to focus on the brilliance of your love.

Keep seeing that bond appearing as vibrant and alluring as a rainbow on the stormiest of days.

As you breathe in,

Remember the positive feelings of safety and warmth you felt when you were with your beloved pet.

Let the love you shared return and offer solace.

Feel that sense of comfort and companionship wash over you,

Soothing the ache in your heart.

Exhale and let go of any pain,

Guilt,

Or heaviness.

Pets have a natural way of comforting us,

Of just knowing when we need to be reassured.

Imagine your pet is here,

Encouraging you to heal,

Wanting you to feel comfort.

Inhale again,

Focusing on lightness,

Softness,

And peace.

And exhale,

Grounding yourself in this moment that is reserved for you to experience without judgment,

Without criticism.

Simply flow and feel.

One more time,

Inhale the deepest breath you may have taken so far,

And then exhale with a sigh.

Make a sound without needing permission.

Animals naturally know when to stretch,

Yawn,

And sigh,

And they do so freely,

Whenever they like.

And now,

You may too.

When you are ready,

Let your breath assume its natural rhythm.

Imagine a shimmering rainbow bridge before you.

It's a bridge that connects this world to a beautiful,

Ethereal realm where your pet awaits.

As we cross this bridge,

Each step you take is filled with the memories of joy,

Laughter,

And love that you shared with your pet.

Step onto the bridge,

And with each step,

Feel a wave of peace and healing wash over you.

The colors of the rainbow surround you,

Creating a bone-deep sense of tranquility and serenity.

As you make your way across the bridge,

You begin to notice the shimmering hues merging and swirling,

Enveloping you in an orb of love.

You've made it to the other side of the rainbow bridge.

Before you lies a lush and technicolor landscape filled with emerald knolls and rolling hills.

Puffy white clouds drift across a crystal blue sky,

Guided by a gentle breeze,

As sunlight pours over the meadows in opulent gold.

Pets of all kinds are running with the vigor of endless youth,

Their eyes sparkling with happiness.

Many have reunited with their human companions,

And engage in activities with a heartfelt energy inspired by a perfect weather day.

You stand for a moment,

Taking it all in,

And then see your pet,

Waiting for you,

And then charging at you,

Vibrant and full of life.

Feeling better than they ever felt before.

They want you to see how much better they are,

Soothing you of all worry.

They nuzzle their face against you,

Imploring you to stroke it and glance into their eyes.

Without words,

They convey to you,

Okay,

And I want you to be okay,

Too.

Together,

You begin to explore and walk through this enchanting land.

As you do,

You see your pet by your side,

Moving gracefully and confidently through the scenery.

The air is filled with a sense of joy and playfulness.

It's a dreamscape,

Really,

A place where you and your pet can enjoy new adventures together.

It's a place where vitality is cherished as you revisit some of the things you most enjoyed doing together.

You find a quiet spot amidst the beauty of this realm and sit down in the tall grass with your pet.

As you hold them close,

You see your favorite memories playing out.

You take the time to revel in each one,

Remembering the adventures you embarked upon,

And feeling the undying,

Loving connection you formed.

You lose yourself in the soft touch of their fur,

The warmth of their presence,

And the pure happiness that radiated from their gaze.

As you remember these moments,

You feel the release of oxytocin,

The bonding hormone,

Flooding your body with comfort and contentment.

This is the power of the love you shared,

A love that transcends time and space.

As you are together,

As connected to your pet's energy as you have ever been,

You realize that you are always free to reunite in your dreams.

It is a sacred playground where your pet will always be eager to recreate the best moments together and experience new adventures in the safe promises that come in dreams.

As you sit with your pet in this serene realm,

Physical sensations are amplified.

You appreciate the gentle touch beneath your fingertips,

Feel their warmth and the unique texture that was theirs alone.

As you do,

You might even sense a faint memory of their scent,

The comforting,

Familiar aroma that once filled your home and your heart.

Let these sensory experiences wash over you,

Bringing your pet's presence vividly to life.

As you bask in the realness of connection,

Feel the energetic bond that warms your heart.

This connection goes beyond the physical,

Beyond time and space.

It is a love that transcends the limitations of our earthly existence.

With every beat of your heart,

With every thought of your pet,

You strengthen this bond.

Allow yourself to fully embrace this love as it permeates every part of your being.

The peace that surrounds you in this realm beyond the rainbow bridge is deep and undeniable.

It wraps you in a warm hug,

Soothing away any lingering stress or sorrow.

It's a peace that reassures you that everything will be okay,

That this love you shared goes on and on.

As you look around at the vibrant landscape,

The running animals,

And the endless beauty,

You understand that this is a place of eternal serenity.

It's a reminder that love is timeless,

And that the connection you forged with your pet is everlasting.

With a contented sigh,

Feel the radiance of this moment,

Knowing that your pet is here with you in spirit.

Allow yourself to feel the weight of grief lifting,

Replaced by a sense of gratitude for the love you've shared and your ability to reconnect with those feelings.

Whenever you like,

The vitality and beauty of this realm are accessible to you at any point of the day or night.

And whenever you need to,

You may return and connect with your pet,

Sensing their peace.

And you take this feeling of peace and love with you as it guides you through your days of healing,

Knowing that the bond you have is unbreakable and enduring.

And may you feel all the love you poured into them returning to you as they wish for it to do.

They spent their entire lives loving you,

And now you may spend yours honoring that love.

Thank you for listening to this meditation.

May love and gratitude continue to help you heal whenever you return from somewhere over the Rainbow Bridge.