Finding Peace Through Acceptance Meditation
Episode Overview
Heather guides through a calming acceptance meditation. Focus on breathwork to release tension. Encourages self-compassion with affirmations. Visualisation of inner strength and resilience. A tool for parents to find peace and clarity.
Acceptance isn't about surrendering to what you don't like. It's about releasing the fight against reality.
Ever feel like you're at your wit's end trying to help your child through addiction? Heather Ross understands. In 'EP103 Acceptance Meditation', Heather guides you through a calming practice designed to help you embrace acceptance. The episode pairs beautifully with episode 102, offering a practical tool for parents navigating the stormy waters of addiction. Heather's soothing voice invites you to find a comfortable place, close your eyes, and focus on your breath.
She gently leads you to notice any tension in your body and encourages you to let it go with each exhale. This meditation isn't about giving up; it's about releasing the fight against reality and finding peace in the present moment. Heather's approach is compassionate and non-judgmental, reminding you that it's okay to accept things as they are, even if you don't like them.
She encourages you to place a hand over your heart, breathe deeply, and affirm, 'I am doing my best'. This simple yet powerful phrase helps to instil a sense of self-compassion and resilience. The meditation ends with a visualisation of light filling your body, representing your inner strength and capacity for acceptance. Heather assures you that no matter what happens, you have the resilience to face it.
This episode is a gentle reminder that acceptance is a practice and that it's okay to return to this meditation whenever you need a moment of stillness and clarity. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed and need a tool to help you process and reset, this episode is a must-listen. Take a deep breath, find your centre, and let Heather guide you to a place of peace and acceptance.