2. Ritual of Joyful Release – Letting Go of Guilt for Being Alive

Sometimes, joy arrives and we hesitate.

Not because it is wrong, but because we were once told:

“You must suffer to be worthy.”

But that is no longer your truth.

Your joy is sacred.

Your laughter is healing.

Your lightness is not an escape – it is your return.

🌿 Mini-Ritual of Self-Forgiveness:

• Sit comfortably. Breathe deeply.
• Place one hand on your heart, the other on your belly.
• Whisper slowly:

“I forgive myself for thinking I must suffer to matter.
I release the guilt of feeling joy.
I allow happiness to be my prayer.
I allow ease to be my truth.
I allow my laughter to be my light.”

• Stay for a few breaths. Smile, even slightly.
• Close by saying:

“I am safe to enjoy life.”

🌟 Affirmation:

“My joy is not guilt. My lightness is not escape. My happiness is sacred.”

Let this ritual meet you any time the past echoes.

You are free now.

— For YOU, who now dances with light