guided relaxation
with Mellisa Dormoy
of Shambala Kids
“Peaceful Butterfly”
A nighttime relaxation for your child is ideal
after an active day. Guided relaxation calms little bodies and minds. They’ll fall asleep easily
and sleep soundly. Simply read the following
words in a loving, soothing voice with a gentle pace, pausing often. Watch how your child
visibly relaxes and engages the imagination
in this meditative story. The more this script
is used, the easier your child will relax and be
able to concentrate.
to enjoy. You feel the wind blow against your
delicate wings. As the wind touches you, it
gently blows away any worries, any stress you
feel. Feel how wonderful it feels to be so free.
Your mind is clear and calm. You have left any
worries far behind now. You are completely
peaceful. You are beautiful as you allow your
true happiness to shine through.
The sun touches your body and warms you.
The big, puffy clouds floating in the sky reClose your eyes and take in a nice deep breath. mind you how relaxed and calm you can be
Allow your tummy to fill up like a balloon, and whenever you want, just by thinking about
then exhale slowly. Do this five times to really it. The earth is a patchwork of color and you
relax your whole body completely. (Pause for
enjoy each moment here, gliding along feeling
breathing.)
so joyful and peaceful. You spread your wings
far and stretch. It feels so good. Your body is
Your body begins to feel deeply relaxed and
calm and your mind is peaceful. You are ready
sinks down further and further into your nice, for wonderful peaceful sleep tonight.
soft bed. Your legs begin to feel very heavy.
Your arms begin to feel heavy and relaxed. You Take in a deep breath now and exhale slowly.
enjoy every moment as your body continues to When you are ready, give your body a big
relax with each word I say.
stretch. With a clear, calm mind, say these
words to yourself: I am peaceful and I am
Now as your body relaxes, imagine you’re a
calm, ready for a wonderful adventure in
beautiful butterfly fluttering high in the sky.
dreamland.
You see the lovely gree