Loving Yourself Back — A Self-Love Guided Meditation

In a world that often teaches us to measure and compare ourselves against impossible standards, it is easy to forget our inherent worth. In this episode, we step away from the to-do lists and the self-criticism to reconnect with a simple truth: you are more than enough exactly as you are. Join Martin, a former frontline paramedic and clinical hypnotherapist, for a gentle 10-minute journey into self-compassion.Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Releasing the habit of being hard on yourself.01:14 – Settling in and relaxing the body.01:34 – The Vagus Nerve breath (4-2-8 technique) to signal safety to your nervous system.02:58 – Visualization: The warm, golden room of rest.04:44 – Seeing yourself through the eyes of someone who loves you.05:50 – Self-love affirmations and internalizing your worth.08:24 – Three daily caring tips for a happier life.09:33 – Returning to the room and final reflections.Affirmations for Self-WorthRepeat these quietly to yourself to let them settle into your subconscious:I am worthy of love, simply because I exist.I release the habit of being unkind to myself.I am enough, right now, as I am.I treat myself with the same gentleness I would offer to a dear friend.I am deserving of rest, peace, and joy without having to earn it.3 Daily Caring TipsThe Kind Voice: When you notice your inner critic, pause and ask, "Would I say this to someone I love?".One Small Act of Self-Care: Do one thing today that is purely for you and not "productive"—like holding a warm cup of tea or taking a walk with no destination.Accept Your Worth: Even if you don't fully believe it yet, tell yourself you are enough; your subconscious is always listening.Connect & Go DeeperThe Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course: If you are ready to go deeper into your healing journey, the full course is waiting for you at calminganxiety.fm.Mindful Walks with Bess: For more moments of peace, join me and Bess for our mindful walks on my YouTube channel @exhalewithmartin.Remember: Be gentle with who you are, and in everything, be kind.👉 Click to subscribe and unlock ad-free episodes now!Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/supportBuy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxietyhttps://calminganxietypodcast.substack.com/?r=6zm0sc&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklistRate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/Backing Music: Chris Collins===================Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.=============================Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.