Sit or lie comfortably.

Make sure you are absolutely comfy and your body is totally supported so you can relax completely.

Have a blanket and some pillow handy in case you'll need them.

Compassion meditation (sometimes known as loving-kindness meditation) is the process of sitting with self while maintaining a connection to our emotional heart. As we sit with ourselves, we relax into the breath and body and connect and work with emotions as they arise. From this connected state, we set the intention of cultivating compassion and kindness then extend it to self and others.

If self-compassion, or compassion for others, is challenging or uncomfortable for you, know that with practice and intention, you can cultivate these traits.