A METTA BHAVANA PRAYER

Metta refers to an unconditional, inclusive and wise love that exists without expectations of anything in return. This is the love that is cultivated through practices such as metta bhavana and using the metta prayer of loving kindness. (YogaPedia, Metta Prayer of Loving Kindness)

Bhāvanā (Pali;[1] Sanskrit: भावना, also bhāvana[2]) literally means "development"[3] or "cultivating"[4] or "producing"[1][2] in the sense of "calling into existence".[5] It is an important concept in Buddhist practice (Patipatti). The word bhavana normally appears in conjunction with another word forming a compound phrase such as citta-bhavana (the development or cultivation of the heart/mind) or metta-bhavana (the development/cultivation of loving kindness). When used on its own, bhavana signifies contemplation and 'spiritual cultivation' generally. (WikiPedia, Bhavana)

There are many versions of the Metta Bhavana Prayer; they all impart happiness, health, and being free of suffering.

Suggested Practice: It is customary to say this prayer when you wake up in the morning and before you go to sleep at night. This may be included in your personal spiritual and religious practices. Focus on the words and think of yourself, a person or group of persons or any life form including animals. Finally when reciting the final refrain, include all life, to include you and send positive energy to all. It may be repeated several times or recited once. go with whatever is in your heart at that moment.

May I be happy

May I be healthy

May I be free from suffering

May I be free of mental anxiety

May I live in peace

May my life be blessed with ease.

May you be happy

May you be healthy

May you be free from suffering

May you be free of mental anxiety

May you live in peace

May your life be blessed with ease.

May we be happy

May we be healthy

May we be free from suffering

May we be free of mental anxiety

May we live in peace

May our lives be blessed with ease.