Judging, worrying, fear, anger, trying, regret, avoiding etc all contribute to the hardening of our hearts, minds and bodies. Allowing your belly to become soft and spacious as you breathe helps to dissolve our fears and pain - opening our hearts and calming our minds.
Letting go with each inhalation and letting be with each exhalation. Let it all float in soft belly. In soft belly there is room for it all.
Soft Belly Meditation: Stephen Levine