Boundary Visualization
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To Support Feeling:
Victimized
How to Do It
Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Imagine a strong, protective barrier surrounding you—this could be a wall of light, a force field, or anything that feels solid and secure. Visualize this boundary keeping out any negative energy or harmful influence while allowing in only positive, supportive energy. Spend a few minutes reinforcing this boundary in your mind.
Why It Works
Visualization of strong boundaries can help you regain a sense of control and safety, which is often lost when feeling victimized. This exercise empowers you to mentally and emotionally protect yourself.
Guided Practice
Sit or stand in a position that feels steady and secure. Close your eyes and begin to notice the feeling of your body in space—the weight of your feet on the ground, the sensation of your breath moving in and out. Imagine a sense of space around you, sensing where your body ends and the space begins.
Imagine a soft, glowing light surrounding your body, forming a protective bubble or shield. This light represents your personal boundaries, a safe space where only positive energy can enter. Notice the color and quality of this light—perhaps it is a warm gold, a soothing blue, or a bright white. As you continue to visualize this boundary, imagine it gently expanding and contracting with each breath. Feel the energy of this protective light strengthening your sense of self and creating a clear distinction between you and the external world. You might notice images of familiar places or memories where you felt safe and secure, or perhaps new insights about your own boundaries and how they are maintained. Allow yourself to explore these sensations fully, staying present with the visualization. Visualize this boundary as flexible yet strong, able to expand to include loved ones or contract to protect you from negative influences. Notice how it feels to have control over this boundary—perhaps a sense of empowerment, clarity, or calm. Allow any beliefs or patterns about boundaries to arise, letting them inform your awareness. Stay with these sensations, using the visualization to deepen your sense of personal space and protection. When you feel ready, gently bring your awareness back to your breath and the feeling of the protective light around you. Notice how your body feels now—whether there is a sense of calm, strength, or perhaps a deeper understanding of your own boundaries. Allow yourself to stay with this feeling for a few more moments, enjoying the sensation of being safely protected. When you are ready, gently open your eyes, carrying this sense of boundary and personal space with you into your day.