Guided Meditation for Healing after the Loss of a Loved One. This week spirit channeled through me a lovely guided meditation for healing while working with a client.
A Client Story Using Guided Meditation for Healing
This client had lost her husband over five years ago, however, she was still having difficulty healing. She knew this because she felt guilt when she tried to move forward to a new future and enjoy her life.
“Guilt may be a form of self-criticism for not meeting your own expectations and standards, and it may arise when you’re grieving a significant loss.” This was taken from PsychCentral.
At first spirit relayed to her that living in the past was like trying to live in a reality that no longer existed.
Then spirit clairvoyantly showed me an image of her energy body being dragged out of her physical form, as it strained to enter her memories of the past.
Painful!
This inspired me to create a guided meditation to begin her healing. Here it is.
Guided Meditation for Healing
“Imagine you are alone in a beautiful forest. There is a path ahead of you, but you cannot walk forward as your right leg is writhing in pain.
You look down at it. Your right calf is stuck in a bear trap, bleeding with a bone exposed. You almost faint at this feeling the pain and realizing the depth of this injury.
You realize now is the time to release this trap or stay wreathing in pain unable to move forward on the path before you in the forest.
You say a prayer, asking your higher power to help you.
On the ground before you appears a key. You grab it with great alacrity moving towards the lock on the bear trap.
It snaps open.
You look at your leg. It is somehow rapidly healing, the wounds completely closing and becoming whole again.
You are pain free!
You get up and take a step forward. Then another step.
You begin to move forward into the current reality and space. You are healed!”
Results After the Guided Meditation for Healing
After we did this meditation I looked at her face. Her skin appeared brighter and lifted. Her eyes were sparkling. She had a light smile of realization on her lips.
I could see something had shifted.
She immediately told me she realized she was unable to put the loss behind her because she did not want to enjoy something her loved one could no longer enjoy.
She had felt guilty.
I reminded her
- Those in spirit are living on, having their own joy, happiness and new life.
- She could share her joy with her loved one in spirit by sending this joy to this person when she felt it.
- She needed to enjoy her life because if she did not her sadness would be felt by her loved one in spirit, dragging this person down.
She was able to see how her guilt was a problem, not a solution.
She was able to release her guilt!
This was a wonderful, cathartic session, we both enjoyed completely. When it was over we both knew something healing indeed had occurred.
We both felt complete.
Here are some additional ideas of how to use guided and other types of meditation to heal your own grief, loss and sadness.
Other Ways to Use Meditation to Heal
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most profound challenges, bringing with it a cascade of emotions that can be difficult to navigate. Grief, sadness, and sometimes even anger can overshadow our daily lives, making it hard to find peace and acceptance.
Meditation, an ancient practice that cultivates mindfulness and inner calm, offers a powerful tool for healing and coping during such a tumultuous time.
Understanding Grief and Meditation
Grief is a natural response to loss, characterized by a range of emotions from deep sadness to numbness. It is a process that varies greatly among individuals, with no right or wrong way to grieve.
Meditation helps by providing a safe space to process these emotions, allowing for the gentle unfolding of grief and the fostering of resilience.
Meditation does not erase the pain of loss, but it helps to manage and understand it. By creating a mindful space, individuals can observe their thoughts and emotions without judgment, fostering a sense of acceptance and peace.
This acceptance is crucial in the grieving process, as it allows one to honor their feelings and the memory of their loved one.
Techniques for Meditative Healing
Mindfulness Meditation: This technique requires focusing on the present moment. Sit in a comfortable position, close your eyes, and pay attention to your breath. Notice the sensation of air entering and leaving your body. When your mind wanders, gently bring your focus back to your breath.
Loving-Kindness Meditation: Also known as Metta meditation, this practice focuses on cultivating compassion and love towards oneself and others. Begin by focusing on yourself, silently repeating phrases like “May I be happy, may I be peaceful, may I be free from suffering.” Gradually extend these wishes to your loved one who has passed, and eventually to all beings. This technique helps in developing a sense of connection and unconditional love, easing feelings of loneliness and sorrow.
Guided Imagery: In this practice, you visualize a serene place or imagine yourself with your loved one in a happy memory. Guided imagery can be done through pre-recorded sessions available online or through meditation apps. This technique helps in creating a safe mental space where you can find comfort and solace, facilitating emotional healing.
Body Scan Meditation: This involves focusing attention sequentially on different parts of the body, promoting relaxation and awareness. Lie down in a comfortable position and slowly bring your attention to each part of your body, starting from your toes and moving up to your head. This practice helps release physical tension and encourages a connection between mind and body, fostering a holistic healing process.
Benefits of Meditation in Grief
Meditation offers numerous benefits that are particularly useful during times of grief. It enhances emotional regulation, allowing individuals to process and express their feelings healthily. Regular practice reduces stress and anxiety, promoting a sense of calm and stability. Additionally, meditation improves sleep quality, which is often disrupted during periods of intense grief.
By fostering a mindful approach to living, meditation helps individuals develop resilience. It encourages a compassionate perspective towards oneself, acknowledging the pain of loss while gradually moving towards acceptance and healing. This mindful approach creates a space for personal growth and the reintegration of joy and purpose into life.
Conclusion – Guided Meditation for Healing
Healing after the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal journey. Meditation serves as a compassionate companion on this path, offering tools to navigate the complex emotions of grief. Through mindfulness, loving-kindness, guided imagery, and body scan techniques, individuals can find solace and resilience. By integrating meditation into the grieving process, one can honor their emotions, cherish the memory of their loved one, and ultimately, find a renewed sense of peace and hope.
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