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 Chapters 00:00 – 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 Tips The 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 Deeper The 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

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Loving Yourself Back — A Self-Love Guided Meditation is an episode from Calming Anxiety by Calming Anxiety.

This episode is 10:51 long.

This episode was published on Apr 20, 2026.

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