Physical body Quote by Sylvia Boorstein

“May I feel contented and safe. May I feel protected and pleased. May my physical body support me with strength. May my life unfold smoothly with ease. [p. 71]” quote by Sylvia Boorstein — Download Open image

““ May I feel contented and safe. May I feel protected and pleased. May my physical body support me with strength. May my life unfold smoothly with ease. [p. 71]””

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