We often extend compassion freely to others while withholding it from ourselves. Today’s meditation explores the gentle strength of self-kindness — softening harsh inner dialogue and inviting in warmth, patience, and care. When you speak to yourself tenderly, you create a deeper sense of safety and steadiness within.

Your Morning Mantra: I offer myself kindness

Jennifer Cray is a life coach, meditation teacher and yoga teacher for Living Lit Up, based in Brisbane. You can deepen your meditation practices with her on Insight Timer.

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