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Resistance
The more I tried to fight, save, and live in the past caused me to be resistant to the here and now. I was killing myself slowly, thinking about all of the things that could have made this event preventable. Resisting puts a freeze on all of the amazing things that are unfolding for you because you can’t see it. You can’t see it because the more you hold on, the more everything that you don’t want exists. You can’t be the only one working on yourself, relationship, or whatever else it may be. When you resist, you also stay in a lowered state of being such as depression, anxiety, rumination. Often times, it takes more energy to keep holding on to something than it does to just let go. Resisting is just another way of getting in your own way. You’ll end up in denial if you continue to resist. Do the letting go. Resist Nothing. Be grateful. Don’t be afraid of losing people, be afraid of losing yourself trying to fit their mold. You’ll be happier when it’s all said and done that you remained authentic instead of losing yourself. When an event that you didn’t even see on your radar occurs, it can be torturous to go with the flow. Look inward. Lean in Heavy.
Trust
I don’t know what the future holds right now. Since I’m being honest, all of this change represents a temporary hold on a dream I have. If you’re going through, like myself, where it feels like the rug was snatched from underneath, ground yourself. You can do this via meditation. The stillness that meditation provides will give you clarity, boost your intuition and more. Protect your PEACE even when everything is up in the air. Learn the lessons. Embrace the new day. Go outside. Do the things that make you feel alive while everything is unfolding. Trust the timing of your life. Sometimes, things happen without your interference for your protection. Ask yourself: What did you learn? How did you grow? Those questions will get you to a state where you’re not stuck in the “what if” phase of unexpected events.
Pain
When everything is stripped away and you still have yourself, you’ve won. Pain shows up in our lives as an indicator that something needs to change. To lean in, and process the events, takes incredible BRAVERY. Shift. Breathe. Move. Do the next BEST thing for yourself. Pour your heart out to someone or multiple someone’s you trust. Reach out to life coaches or therapists. If you want a wound to stop festering, you must stop engaging with it for a time. Scars are proof you that you can go through the unimaginable and eventually THRIVE again.
Hope
Your yesterday doesn’t have to be your today. Wake up and be aware of yourself. Be gentle. Be kind. Let yourself receive love from all who are in your path. You get to create your new reality. Mind your thoughts. Treat yourself well. Love yourself. There is still Hope for you, no matter the darkness. Embrace your story. Let your light shine wherever you are. Lead with love. Do the healing work. You are worthy of your dreams. Even though things may really suck right now, the sun will rise. Lastly, let that be a comfort to you.
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