Prayer to the Body

Dear Body,

I am here to love you.

I dedicate this time to be in deeper communication with you.

I seek your friendship, even though you may not trust me because I have treated you unconsciously.

I have come here to be more attentive to you now.

I focus my attention again and again to the detailed sensations and feelings within.

I am here to listen to your messages, to breathe into your presence.

I want to understand you, to attune to the sensations by which you are always in communication with me.

This is my way of releasing dis-at-ease from my body and mind.

As I move into yoga, I bring the light of consciousness to the places where I may encounter discomfort or fear.

I am here to free the healing power of Prana, and allow it to do exactly what it must for my highest good.

I am open and receptive to any insights that I experience so I may integrate them into my daily life.

I respect and love you, and am grateful to you.

I intend to serve you—my life companion—as you have served me my whole life.

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