This guided meditation exercise involves connecting with a protector part within oneself for self-exploration and understanding. The exercise includes the following steps:

1. Breathing: Deep breaths are suggested if comfortable.

2. Choosing a Protector: Select a protector part to focus on, one that you want to know better or change your relationship with.

3. Locating the Protector: Focus exclusively on the chosen protector and notice where it seems to be located in or around your body.

4. Emotional Connection: Observe your feelings toward this part, and identify qualities associated with those feelings.

5. Creating Space: If there are any negative feelings, create space by relaxing and separating from them. This might help in understanding the protector better.

6. Opening Up: If the protector is willing to step back, your mind and heart may open up more to it.

7. Getting to Know the Protector: Begin by asking the protector what it wants you to know. Wait for the answer to arise naturally.

8. Understanding Fears: Ask the protector what it's afraid would happen if it didn't perform its protective role.

9. Appreciation: Show appreciation for the protector's efforts and observe its response.

10. Exploring Alternatives: Ask the protector what it would do if it could heal or change its protective role, freeing it from its current responsibility.

11. Age Recognition: Ask the protector how old it believes you are. Update its perception if it thinks you're younger than you are.

12. Future Needs: Inquire about what the protector needs from you in the future.

13. Shift Focus: Gradually shift focus back to the present moment.

14. Closing: Thank the protector for its insights and come back to awareness.