How to Coach Yourself and Others Better Coaching Through Visualisation | Page 27

hurt you and you feel secure, it will make you more receptive to other images. Once you feel comfortable in your favourite scene, gradually direct your mind toward the ailment you're concerned about. Use an image that is very pleasant for you or allow your mind to create a different one of its own. Let the image become more vivid and in focus. Don't worry if it seems to fade in and out. If several images come to mind, choose one and stick with it for that session. Beach Visualization: How to do it ( Simple Visualizations – Article From Paul B.) - Find quiet place where you can lay down or recline in a lounger. Close your eyes and take a relaxing breath. In your mind paint a picture of beach with blue skies and deep blue green water. A few more mental brush strokes and you'll discover yourself sitting under a palm tree. Imagine the sounds of the water and smells of the salty air along with your visuals. You know you're doing good when you can almost feel the sand between your toes. Shielding These "protective" visualizations are meant to shield you from negativity and unwanted attacks. Humans are meant to interact with one another. Why else would we choose to incarnate into a physical body and live together, work together, and play together? However, the merging of too many energies may at times feel overwhelming, even frightening. Forming protective imagery in your visualizations in your mind can assist you in learning how to deflect negativity and to create clear boundaries. 27