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where we put down our worries from the day and pick up a good book.

I'm your host, Elizabeth.

It's great to see you and I hope you've had a good day.

Tonight we are continuing with the child woman's daughter.

But before that, let's take a moment to let go of the day.

Get comfortable where you are.

Feel rooted and safe.

Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose for one, two, three, four,

and out through your mouth for one, two, three, four.

Continue breathing at this slow pace, and as you inhale, imagine that you are breathing in calmness and strength.

As you exhale, imagine that you are breathing out, stress and worry.

Feel your anxiety slip away with each exhale.

And if your mind drifts to any thoughts of anxiety.

Acknowledge them and then bring your attention back to your breath.

You are strong and this too shall pass.

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