Prayer for Seeing with Kindness

Recovery Prayer for Self-Compassion & Perspective

This is a short prayer for seeing with kindness. You can use it in the morning, in the evening, or anytime judgment feels loud.

Today,
I am willing to pause
before I decide what things mean.

I notice the stories my mind creates.
I notice the judgments that arise.
I do not shame myself for them.

These stories once helped me survive.
They do not need to lead me now.

I ask for a kinder lens.

Not a dishonest one.
Not a naive one.
A kinder one.

I am willing to see myself
with more understanding.
I am willing to see others
with less certainty.

I release the need
to be right
in order to be safe.

If I feel triggered,
I remember:
this is information,
not a verdict.

I allow space
between what happens
and how I respond.

I choose curiosity
over condemnation.
Compassion
over control.

If I misinterpret,
I can pause.
If I react,
I can repair.

I remind myself:
perception can change
without the past being erased.

For this moment,
I soften my view.

I let kindness
lead the way.

And so it is.

DESCRIPTION:

This short recovery prayer supports self-compassion, perspective, and emotional regulation. It is inspired by trauma-informed healing, A Course in Miracles–style reframing, and mindful awareness.

Designed for people healing from CPTSD, emotional reactivity, or chronic self-judgment, this prayer gently creates space between trigger and response without forcing forgiveness or bypassing lived experience.

You can use this prayer in the morning, in the evening, or during moments of emotional activation or conflict.

This prayer may support you if you are exploring:

• CPTSD and trauma recovery
• Self-compassion and emotional regulation
• Trauma-informed prayer or meditation
• A Course in Miracles–inspired perception shifts
• Letting go of judgment and certainty
• Mindful response instead of reactivity
• Gentle spiritual recovery practices

Return to this prayer whenever you need to see yourself, others, or a situation with more clarity and kindness.

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More Recovery Support & Resources

Recovery is not something you have to do alone.

Alongside prayer and inner work, basic support matters.

Foundational recovery support may include:

• Professional support when needed (medical care, therapy, counselling)
• A nurturing support system (trusted people, community, safe connection)
• A safe place to rest at night (sleep, warmth, regular meals)
• Gentle nourishment (hydration, simple balanced food)
• Basic hygiene and daily care (washing, clean clothes, routine)
• Rest, pacing, and kindness toward yourself
• Small, consistent self-care rather than perfection

Healing happens best when safety, care, and support are present.

If you need immediate / URGENT emotional support in South Africa:

• SADAG Suicide Crisis Line (24/7, toll-free): 0800 567 567
• LIFELINE National Counselling Line (24/7): 0861 322 322

If you are in immediate danger, please seek emergency medical care or contact local emergency services.

You matter. Support is allowed. Rest is part of healing.

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The Serenity Prayer asks for three things: the composure to accept what cannot be changed, the strength to change what can be changed, and the discernment to know which is which.

Complete Serenity Prayer:

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
courage to change the things I can,
and wisdom to know the difference.