A Meditation on Setting Boundaries, Taking Rest, and Giving Self-Love

In this second episode of the Goddess Journey Meditation Series the focus is on reconnecting with oneself amidst the busyness of life.

Join host, Mary as she explores the importance of setting boundaries and practicing self-love, using meditation as a tool to nurture and protect one's energy. Inspired by the Archangel Fire Oracle cards and the divine feminine energy of Shekinah, the Archangel know as the Divine Mother, listeners are guided through a soothing meditation to release burdens, affirm their self-worth, and establish meaningful boundaries. 

The meditation includes powerful affirmations to reinforce inner strength and prioritizing personal well-being, and learning to say yes to your soul and no to the external noise that does not serve you.

00:01 Welcome and Introduction

00:33 The Importance of Self-Care

01:21 Setting Boundaries

01:52 Oracle Cards and Divine Feminine Energy

03:10 Guided Meditation

06:17 Affirmations for Empowerment

09:35 Closing and Final Thoughts

Thank Mia J., for being my Shekinah this week. Your divine timing was impeccable and your message so apropos 💫

Resource:

• Archangle Alchemy Healing: The Celestial Science in the Vibration of the Universe, Alexandra Wenman (not an affiliate link)

Transcript

Welcome back, my beautiful goddesses. Today’s episode is a heartfelt reminder for all of us to reconnect with ourselves amidst the busyness of life, especially during these vibrant summer months. I’ve just risen with the most exquisite sunrise, indulged in my favorite morning meditation—something that used to be non-negotiable for me, yet has slipped lately in the whirlwind of summer’s demands. 

We often get caught up in the endless to-do lists, the commitments, the “busyness” that consumes us. In doing so, we forget to prioritize ourselves—our sacred space for renewal, reflection, and self-love. Whether it’s meditation, a warm bath, journaling, or simply some time alone—we have to remember to set boundaries, to say no to what doesn’t serve us, and yes to what nourishes our soul.

As menopausal women, we often give so much of ourselves to others—favors, children, partners, colleagues—so much so that we forget our own inner harmony. Today’s meditation is dedicated to establishing boundaries. I’ll share a bit of my personal story: I’ve been terrible at setting boundaries for a long time. Why? Because I was a people pleaser. It’s a common response when we’re caught in the sympathetic nervous system—fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Many women tend to fawn, trying to maintain peace at the expense of our own peace.

In preparing for this episode, I pulled out my Archangel Fire Oracle. I’ve always been curious about oracle cards, and after listening to Alexandra Wenmans’ “Archangel Alchemy,” I decided to explore them more. I pulled a special card—Shekhinah, the Divine mother. This felt so fitting—her energy embodies unconditional love, creation, nurturing, and divine feminine power. 

Shekhinah (SHEKINA) represents the universal feminine energy that exists within each of us—regardless of gender. Her name in Hebrew signifies “presence of God” and “glory of God.” She is the great mother, the original goddess, the epitome of unconditional love. To me, she’s the energy of coming home to ourselves—that nurturing, commanding love our mothers and inner wisdom offer.

So today, we will meditate with her energy in mind. You don’t need to call upon her specifically, but if you wish, you may do so. I invite you to close your eyes, ground yourself into the Earth, and take deep, nourishing breaths. Feel the weight of your body melting into the surface beneath you.

Visualize a spiraling vortex of sparkling diamond light around you, moving through your aura, blending into your energy field. See this divine light flowing into you, filling every cell, awakening your divine feminine energy. Feel yourself becoming one with her, embraced by unconditional love and nurturing power. 

As you breathe, release any heaviness you carry—those burdens of busyness, obligation, and external demands—into her loving embrace. Let her take on your gifts of overextending, so you can feel lighter and more centered. 

Now, begin to affirm your boundaries. Repeat silently or aloud:

• I am enough.
• I am making choices that honor my soul.
• I stand in my power and protect my energy.
• I speak my truth.
• I honor my need for rest.
• I discern what requests I accept.
• I say yes to myself first.
• I serve others best when I serve my needs first.

We will anchor in these affirmations by repeating them One more time. Inhale.

• I am enough.
•  I am making choices that honor my soul.
• I stand in my power and protect my energy.
• I speak my truth.
• I honor my need for rest.
• I discern what requests I accept.
• I say yes to myself first.
•  I serve others best when I serve my needs first.

 Continue to soak in these affirmations with each breath and feel the divine mother's energy infusing these affirmations, sealing them into your aura. With each inhale, breathe in strength, and with each exhale, let go of the guilts and the shame about saying no.

Visualize Shekhinah's love and protection around you, creating a shield within your energetic vortex. 

And when you're ready, slowly bring your awareness back, move your fingers and toes, and reconnect with your body, taking in a few deep breaths and imagine the divine light swirling out from your body and returning to the earth. And carrying with it all, heaviness that no longer serves you, the heaviness that's no longer needed, the heaviness that carried so many burdens. Release them now.

And remember, always remember, it's okay to prioritize yourself, to honor your space, and to create boundaries that safeguard your energy. These boundaries are not barriers, but sacred shields that allow your divine feminine power to flourish and your authentic self to shine.

Stay as long as you need. Releasing burdens and bringing in this new light of energy.

Thank you for participating in this meditation with me today. It's an honor to journey with you. Remember that your peace, your rest, and your boundaries are acts of divine love. 

Until we meet again on Our Goddess Journey series, Namaste.