Day 231 - A Year of Spiritual Awakening - After You Have Been Through...

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Lesson 231: After You Have Been Through...

We are moving through four passages of the heart. So far we have been through pain, compassion and currently going through connection. As we pass through the passages, you will find that even though you might slip into pain, you might not actually stay there for long. You might see that you move into compassion and connection easily from pain. Today we are to slip back into pain and see how long you remain there before you move to compassion and then connection.

I actually had a depressive moment on the weekend. I felt a bit lonely and that about how I’m never going to find someone I truly connect with for a long term partner. You know that same old gem that can pop up from time to time. I was thinking about all the things I didn’t have rather than looking at all the abundance I had in my life. I think what triggered all of this, is that I went on some dating apps online and realise that there aren’t many men wanting a serious relationship. They see me as someone just to sleep with and move onto the next. I think that in itself is quite sad, but I’m not judging people’s lifestyles, it’s more that it’s sad trying to find someone that wants genuine connection. Anyway, I was talking to a friend who tried to cheer me up and I eventually got out of my funk. I went to have dinner with friends and came back home to rest. I think it’s that need of wanting more than what’s in my life, which is fed by ego and not really looking at what’s good in it.

My slump lasted just an afternoon and it was something I pulled myself out of. Just reminding myself that I am blessed and it will happen in time was what I needed to do. I reassured myself that I was making an effort and that’s a positive thing. I think I just forgave myself for having downward thoughts of myself and told myself that I can do anything and things will happen. Just being around friends was a good way to be reminded of good things in life. I am going to be fine.

I think it’s important to note that we will fall down at times, but it doesn’t mean we’re going to stay there. It’s more like a passing and going… just let it flow, though also let it pass. If it’s going to come, just let it. It’s how you let the wave pass which makes all the difference.

Day 231 - A Year to Clear - Check In WEEK 33 - Nourishing Mind and Spirit

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Lesson 231: Check In WEEK 33 - Nourishing Mind and Spirit

The week has been a good lesson on self-care. We are not our optimal selves if we are doing everything for everyone else. If we take a moment to just nourish our minds, body and spirit, then it allows us to be whole towards others. There is no point running on empty and feeling like we’re stretched thin, if we are not taking rest and care to do things that lights our souls.

I thought it funny that this week’s lessons coincided with my leave I took off from work. I just didn’t want to be at work because morale was low and I felt like it was impacting me. I feel better for doing nothing. I spent most of the time just watching TV shows or movies I’d been wanting to watch but never got around to. I hung out with friends and slept a lot. I think that’s all I wanted to not think and do simple things so my body and mind was rested. It was the best thing I did for myself. I feel like once I get final stages of declutter done, then I will be able to be free and feel comfortable in my own living space. Just a few more things to do before the end of year (that’s my goal) and I’ll feel lifted.

So remember self-care is important and to place yourself first sometimes. It’s not selfish if you’re being run down to the ground, feeling exhausted all the time. Hit the refresh button so that you’re at your best and then help others.