Little Deaths towards Truth

"The Crone shows us that this phase involves a truth telling, and for that, a kind of death is required. It requires a letting go, a leave-taking of the aspects of our life that we thought of as permanent: ways of living; modes of communicating; the choices that we make; our relationship to ourselves and others; how we act on the things that matter most to us; how we relate to our bodies – both in health and in illness; how we pursue our life’s purpose. Facing these truths – and acting on them – requires a deconstruction of the old ways of doing and being. It requires both subtle and radical change. It requires a million little deaths."

Kristen Roderick © www.spiritmoving.org | Artwork by by Jeanie Tomanek

To move forward, a person usually has to let go of something to make room for the new.  We can think of it as shedding parts of our selves we no longer use or are no longer an accurate  reflection.  As we evolve, we alter our thoughts, words and actions to be more in alignment with our present day truth.  This release of old ways may involve friends, clothing, habits, or anything we have been associated.  

If we live by the truth and not the fantasy stories we tell our gullible selves, we will be in harmony with our existence.  Maintaining an awareness of our personal truth, it becomes easier to move forward.  It is important not to get emotionally stuck in what we are leaving behind.  We must place our focus on the steps awaiting us, leading us into a better perception of our selves and our purpose.  

When we are diligently paying attention, we will recognize opportunities awaiting us.  Each moment offers an insight and we decide whether to carry it or not.  With the newly provided space within us, we are not interested in just filling it up.  We want to be thoughtful, wise, and intentional in our choices.

It is important to give our selves permission to change.  When we fully embrace the creative space to grow more authentic, we have plenty of room for new growth.  We can stretch into our full truth with more energy and integrity we have ever had!