This exercise, moving from "should" to "could" is very helpful for softening the resistance and counter will of the inner rebel - the part of us that wants to go against the things we want to do for ourselves.

It comes from Abby Seixas' book, Finding the Deep River Within. You can learn more about Abby and her gentle, nourishing work here.

She offers 'gentle wisdom for women in a hurried world.'