Blessing someone and ourselves costs nothing and gives a great return. You will feel better, more open and compassionate.Give this gift to yourself or someone else who needs it.

Below are some phrases I put together for you.

Pick 3 to start and say them silently. Start with saying the phrase to yourself, such as, “May I be happy and peaceful.” Next think of someone you love and think “May ____ be happy and peaceful.” Next, think of someone you know casually, such as the cashier you see every week, and say to yourself, “May________ be happy and peaceful.” If you want to stretch yourself, choose someone you have a grudge toward or don’t like and ask that they be happy and peaceful, too.

Move on to your next phrase and repeat the exercise.

Start with 3 phrases, and either build to more or switch to another three phrases as you continue your practice.

• May I be happy and peaceful.
• May I be safe and protected.
• May I be healthy and strong.
• May I have ease of mind and heart.
• May I be free from suffering.
• May I be kind to myself.
• May I trust my goodness.
• May I love and accept myself just as I am.
• May I live with ease and good health.
• And be filled with loving-kindness.