Seeing my own goodness

The following meditation is paraphrased from Marian Williamson’s book A Year of Miracles. We all have days when the inner critic drives us remorselessly reminding us of our guilt and limitations and shame . On those days we need to remember we are not seeing ourselves as we truly are nor loving our selves unconditionally. This meditation/prayer is a gift for those kind of days to antidote the critic’ tendency to paint everything black :

As I remember my own innocence and have faith in my goodness.. I will dwell in the light. I cleave to God today, that I may see myself as He sees me. May His view of me, and His guidance, be the beacon that I follow. Though I may be convinced of my guilt (or shame) may I remember my innocence and that I was created in your light. Please remind me who I really am.

Today guide all my thoughts towards love.

Let my feet travel on the path of love.

Remind me that I am whole as I am even on the days I feel broken.