Feeling Safe and Calm: You Are Not Alone
Dear Child, It’s Okay to Feel Worried Sometimes
Life can sometimes feel big and a little bit scary, can’t it? Maybe your heart beats fast when you have to try something new, or you feel a twist in your tummy when you’re away from your family. Maybe loud noises, shadows, or even just a long day at school can make you feel uneasy. If you sometimes feel this way, you are not alone. Lots of children (and even adults!) feel worried or scared sometimes, and that’s perfectly okay.
You might wish you could feel peaceful and safe all the time. And guess what? You have a wonderful power inside you to help yourself feel calm. This power is inside everyone. Even when things around you are noisy, busy, or new, you can use your thoughts and your breath to make your heart feel lighter and more peaceful.
Understanding the Affirmation: “I am safe and peaceful. With each gentle breath, calmness fills my heart and helps me feel okay.”
What does this affirmation mean? Let’s look at the words together:
“I am safe and peaceful.” This means telling yourself that, right now, you are okay. You are in a safe place. You are protected by people who care about you. Even if you feel worried, you can remind yourself that you are safe. Saying these words to yourself is like giving your heart a gentle hug.
“With each gentle breath, calmness fills my heart and helps me feel okay.” When you take slow, soft breaths, something amazing happens inside your body. Your heart slows down, your muscles relax, and your mind feels less crowded. Breathing gently tells your body that everything is all right. It’s like sending a message to yourself: “You can feel calm now.”
An affirmation is a kind and helpful message you say to yourself. It’s like planting a seed of peace in your mind. The more you say it, the more it grows, and the stronger and calmer you feel. When you repeat, “I am safe and peaceful. With each gentle breath, calmness fills my heart and helps me feel okay,” you are teaching your mind and body how to relax, even when things are tough.
Practical Tip: Try the “Calmness Breathing” Exercise Every Day
You can use this affirmation anytime you need to feel calm and safe. Here’s a simple way to practice:
How to Do Calmness Breathing:
1. Find a quiet and comfy spot. You can sit or lie down, whatever feels best.
2. Put one hand on your heart. Feel how it moves with your breath.
3. Close your eyes gently (if you like). Or just look at something nice in your room.
4. Breathe in slowly through your nose, like you’re smelling a flower. Feel your belly get a little bigger.
5. Breathe out gently through your mouth, like you’re blowing out a bubble. Feel your body relax.
6. With every breath, whisper to yourself:
“I am safe and peaceful. With each gentle breath, calmness fills my heart and helps me feel okay.”
7. Do this for five slow breaths, or as long as you like. Notice how you feel more peaceful and strong inside.
You can do Calmness Breathing anytime—before school, after a busy day, or even when you climb into bed. The more you practice, the easier it gets. Soon, you’ll notice it’s much easier to feel calm and safe, even when something feels scary or new.
Remember: You Have the Power to Feel Calm Every Day
Feeling safe and peaceful is something you can practice, just like riding a bike or drawing a picture. And you don’t have to do it alone. There are tools and friends out there to help you along the way.
Make Daily Affirmations a Fun Habit with the EXINSPIREA App!
If you want some help remembering your daily affirmations and learning new ones, you can ask a grown-up to help you install the EXINSPIREA app on your device. EXINSPIREA sends you gentle, kind affirmations every day—just like the one you learned today.
Start today: Practice saying, “I am safe and peaceful. With each gentle breath, calmness fills my heart and helps me feel okay.” Then, with the help of EXINSPIREA, fill each day with peaceful words and gentle breaths. You are stronger than you know—and you are never alone in your feelings.
