What Happens in a Compassionate Inquiry-Based Witnessing Session?
Walking you through the process so you know what to expect
“What exactly happens in a Compassionate Inquiry session?”
It’s a question I hear often — and it’s natural to wonder.
Trying a new healing approach can bring up curiosity, hesitation, or even fear:
“Will I have to talk about my past?”
“Is this like therapy or meditation?”
“What if I get emotional?”
Let me walk you through what a session looks like — so you can step in with ease and clarity.
1. We Begin with Safety & Presence
Before anything else, we create a safe, grounding space.
- We start with a few minutes of stillness or gentle breathwork to settle your body.
- You are invited to share how you are arriving today — physically, emotionally, mentally.
- There is no rush, no pressure — you lead the pace.
2. Gentle, Guided Exploration
The heart of Compassionate Inquiry is curiosity, not judgment.
Through open-ended, compassionate questions, I guide you to explore:
- What emotions are alive in you right now.
- Where they may be felt in the body.
- What thoughts or memories arise around them.
This isn’t about analyzing or fixing — it’s about witnessing what shows up with kindness.
3. Listening to the Body
We pay special attention to the body’s wisdom:
- Where do you feel tension, heaviness, or numbness?
- What sensations come up as you talk?
- What might your body be trying to communicate?
This often leads to insights you didn’t even know you were holding.
4. Meeting Emotions with Compassion
If emotions surface (tears, anger, sadness), it’s completely okay.
- We welcome them gently — emotions are messages, not problems.
- I may guide you in simple grounding practices if things feel overwhelming.
- The goal isn’t to “get rid” of emotions, but to give them space to be seen and understood.
5. Integration & Closing
- Reflect on any insights you gained.
- Practice a short grounding exercise so you leave feeling calm and safe.
- If helpful, I may suggest simple at-home practices for continued reflection.
What You WON’T Find in a Session
- No judgment. This is a safe space — all of you is welcome.
- No forced sharing. You share only what you feel ready to.
- No “fixing.” We don’t rush to solutions — we trust that awareness brings its own healing.
Why This Matters
Many people tell me after their first session:
“I didn’t realize how deeply I needed to be truly seen and heard — without anyone trying to fix me.”
This is the essence of Compassionate Inquiry:
A space where you can witness yourself fully — and begin to transform gently, from the inside out.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been curious about trying Compassionate Inquiry but felt unsure, I hope this gives you a clearer picture.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence.
It’s about meeting yourself with compassion — one moment at a time.
If this resonates, I invite you to experience:
The Art of Witnessing using Compassionate Inquiry & Yogic Practices — a safe space for self-discovery, emotional healing, and deep inner connection.
With care,
Amulya Parmesh
Join Glitz Arogya and begin a journey of authentic living — through the Art of Witnessing.
About the Author :
Amulya Parmesh, MSc Psychology (BPS), YCB-certified Yoga Teacher & Evaluator, and Holistic Therapist (CI, PRT, CBT), is the founder of the Glitz Arogya Mind-Body Program. She brings a unique blend of scientific understanding and yogic wisdom to her practice. Glitz Arogya is dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve holistic well-being through integrated mind-body therapies.
