Sense of Self

 

"Do not give away your capacity to set the arc of your hope and heart."

Mitch Davidowitz

Get outside and walk towards the sun. Feel the multi-colored leaves crunch beneath your feet. Breathe in the fragrance of fall and feel your inner being glow. Ask your lovely self what you need right now in this moment and how you can obtain it. With longer vision, see what you are wanting to obtain.

You cannot help how you feel, and your emotions need to be recognized. The key is not to be overwhelmed which happens when you do not accept how you feel in the moment. It is healthy to acknowledge you are angry or disillusioned, but what action will you take to move beyond how you feel.

Be aware of the stories you are telling your vulnerable self. Ego has a way of clouding reality and you can find thoughts sliding farther astray. Remind yourself of who you are and how you want to live, as then strength begins to return. In this moment, experience the true sense of yourself and let it beam.

Speculation ...

  

"I honor myself with presence as I know that I matter."

Mitch Davidowitz

Speculating, I am certain we have never seen two snowmen exactly alike.  They may have a scarf, hat, and a carrot nose, but each are unique in subtle ways.  The same can be said for humans.

With humans, however, we tend to strive to duplicate, rather than expound with joy over uniqueness.  We worry about whether or not our hats and scarves match or if our buttons are made out of walnuts or coal.  And, oh my, when we begin to melt!

'Tis the season to strive to see beyond our self-doubt and to embrace our mishaps with compassion.  Open the heart and truly hear the sound of carols and reflect the glowing lights with each stride.  Believe in holiday magic and welcome our inner spirit home.