Exploring the Power of Love

I'm going to ask you to do something you may never have done before. For one full minute, sit quietly, close your eyes, and compliment yourself unceasingly for any good quality, characteristic, or behavior you can think of. It's okay to repeat yourself if you can't think of a lot to say. With practice it gets easier.

If negative responses or self-criticisms arise spontaneously, don't give them any importance; just keep on complimenting (it's also okay to do this for more than a minute). When you've finished, be aware of your feelings and sensations. You will almost always feel a lot better.

Next, for one full minute, sit with your eyes open and compliment any good quality, characteristic, or behavior you can be aware of in your immediate environment. Again, don't pay attention to criticisms and go longer if you like. Isn't that a great way to feel?

~Serge Kahili King