04/18/2022
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I truly believe most humans have experienced some level of shut down in regards to expressing our authentic selves. Sometimes subtle, other times not at all subtle, messages are sent our way in order to silence our genuine expression. Reactions or responses to these messages vary greatly from person to person, of course. Depending on many factors, some personalities are more easily silenced than others. Yet, even those who seem to sparkle effortlessly, have aspects of self which have been flattened, distorted or muted in order to attempt harmonious living with the "powers that be," at any given time or place.
With gratitude, there inevitably comes a time in a person's life when the non stop, behind the scenes, efforts of soul align. The ideal space is created to allow these parts of ourselves to unravel, take original shape and breathe once again.
** As I stop right now in this moment, I focus on my lungs and I take a deep breath. I follow the route refreshing oxygen takes to fully fill my lungs and the journey has only begun. I keep my focus on my lungs and I hold the breath there for awhile. I become aware of a cleansing process taking place throughout my entire body. I'm not one to delve into scientific explanation and, thankfully, it's not needed here. I can feel the simply powerful process of refreshment happening, as the old and stale clears out, making room for the new and energizing. On my exhale, I thank the departing air and delight in knowing Mother Earth cleanses and rejuvenates it to cycle through infinitely.**
You can imagine in the busyness of everyday life, it's not possible to breathe every breath with this much conscious awareness. Yet, there is indescribable magic happening with every breath we take throughout our entire life.
But wait, there's more!! There is a fringe benefit to giving our authentic selves space and permission to breath deeply and express. Some of us have had to work hard in order to silence the strong emotions connected to oppressed aspects of ourselves. Once we are able to free ourselves fully, we no longer need the so called "crutches" or "vices" we have used in order to numb out our emotions. Well being no longer requires an excess of anything from outside ourselves.
As we breathe new life into flattened, crushed, stuffed, stifled and numbed out emotions, we bring sparkly treasures to the surface. Bringing to life and "releasing" emotions is a beautiful beginning to an endless journey of miraculous adventures.
As a life coach, I travel with you on the path of discovering hidden treasures. I provide the support you need while embracing the message that painful or scary emotions (at first) are here to reveal to you. I respect all spiritual and religious beliefs as they are a valuable part of your foundation, residing in your heart and soul, an ever present source of comfort and guidance.
