MEDITATION: Loving Kindness
- Laurie
- Nov 25, 2025
- 2 min read
Loving-kindness meditation is a radical act of love. This powerful heartscape practice helps us cultivate compassion, kindness, care, and acceptance for ourselves as well as others. A heart-opening practice that strengthens our connection to all living beings.
1. Begin by finding a comfortable seated position. Straighten your spine and gently close your eyes as you settle in with a few deep, relaxing breaths.
2. Once you settle, take a moment to embrace the fullness of who you are. Honor yourself for taking good care in this way.
3. Think of yourself, repeating the following affirmations three times:
May I be safe.
May I be happy.
May I be healthy.
May I be at peace.
4. Let your image fade. Ground with three full breaths. Now, think of a loved one, repeating the following affirmations three times:
May you be safe.
May you be happy.
May you be healthy.
May you be at peace.
5. Let your loved one's image fade. Ground with three full breaths. Now, think of an acquaintance, repeating the same affirmations three times:
May you be safe.
May you be happy.
May you be healthy.
May you be at peace.
6. Let your aquaintance's image fade. Ground with three full breaths. Now, think of someone who is difficult or challenging. If this is your first time practicing this meditation, choose someone who bugs you, but won't send you over the edge! Repeat the same affirmations three times:
May you be safe.
May you be happy.
May you be healthy.
May you be at peace.
7. Let your difficult person's image fade. Ground with three full breaths. Lastly, think of the entire world. Envisioning a spinning earth, thriving ecosystem, or sea of strangers. Repeat the following affirmations three times:
May all beings be safe.
May all beings be happy.
May all beings be healthy.
May ll beings at peace.
8. Let your image of the world fade as you refocus on the flow of your breath. Allow any sensations or thoughts to arise. No need to judge or dissect. Gently open your eyes and return to your space. Consider journaling about your experience. Return to this practice whenever you feel upset off kilter.
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