Opening Up to Love: A Recovery Meditation with Ashlie Pappas
You, like the flower, contain divine beauty and you have the right to feel the warmth of the love around you. You are loved, you are cared for, and as each one of the flower's petals unfold, you too become more open to accepting and receiving this love that already exists, allowing it to nurture you, allowing yourself to truly feel it.
Feeling loved can be a tough journey, especially when you're battling addiction or in the early stages of recovery. In this episode of 'Naturally Recovered', Ashlie Pappas offers a soothing guided meditation to help you open your heart and embrace the love that surrounds you. Many people in recovery struggle with the belief that they are unworthy of love, often holding onto old, damaging thoughts.
Ashlie's meditation aims to gently dismantle these beliefs and replace them with a sense of self-worth and acceptance. She begins by inviting you to find a quiet, comfortable space, free from distractions. As you settle in, she leads you through a visualization exercise where you imagine yourself as a flower bud slowly opening up to the world. With each deep breath, you release tension and negative thoughts, allowing yourself to feel the warmth and beauty of love.
The imagery of the flower is powerful and transformative, symbolizing your own journey towards openness and acceptance. By picturing yourself as this flower, you start to believe in your own inherent beauty and worthiness of love. Ashlie's calming voice and gentle guidance make this meditation a nurturing experience, perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their spiritual journey and sobriety. Regular meditation can significantly reduce stress, improve focus, and promote inner peace.
By incorporating these practices into your daily routine, you can enhance your recovery journey and deepen your connection with your higher power. Tune in to this episode for a few minutes of tranquility and self-discovery.