Hey Friends,
Let’s get real—life’s been throwing us some serious curveballs lately. I know you’ve felt it; we all have. The surgeon general’s 2023 report? It’s not just numbers on paper; it’s a snapshot of the struggles we face every day, and it’s the result of a long-standing pattern of forgetting who we are and how to love each other. But here’s the thing: amidst the chaos, there’s incredible potential for us to turn things around.
Feeling a Bit Lost?
According to David Abram in his magnificent book, Spell of the Sensuous, before the development of the modern alphabet, our lives used to be this beautiful tapestry, woven together with nature, human connections and a shared understanding of the interrelatedness of all things – the knowing that ‘I am the creator of my reality.’ But now, it feels like we’re all a bit adrift, pummeled by a daily dose of anxiety, uncertainty, and disconnection. The good news? In that chaos, there’s an untapped well of potential within each and every one of us waiting to be unleashed.
Let’s Take Charge
Wondering how to navigate this storm and come out stronger? It starts with reconnecting—with ourselves, each other, and the nature in the world around us. Think of it like a daily self-care routine, but highly customized to skirt your mind’s default defense mechanisms and with a bit more kick.
Your Daily Game Plan
- Forgive, Let Go:
- Metal: Make forgiveness a daily thing. Forgive yourself and forgive others. Trust me; it’s like releasing an anchor holding you back.
- Peace and Superpowers:
- Water: Find peace in simple practices. Pause. Notice the sun reflecting on glass. Feel the wind brushing your eyelashes. You’ve got superpowers within; it’s time to unlock them.
- Dream Big:
- Wood: Stop dwelling on what’s gone. Picture your ideal future and start making it happen. You’ve got the reins!
- Empathy as Your Secret Weapon:
- Fire and Earth: Ever tried healing with empathy? Next time you feel a strong emotional reaction to someone or something and you’re itching to blame or take things personally, flip the script with understanding. Discover what muscle you need to strengthen to not be so triggered by diverse perspectives. You have all the power in the world to change the energy in an interaction from low consciousness to high.
The Real Talk
The challenges we’re facing are tough, no doubt. But you? You’ve got resilience in your DNA. It’s about tapping into that resilience, acknowledging the messy, beautiful interdependence we share with our souls, bodies, planet, and each other. When you choose self-reflection instead of reacting to every thought, sensation and feeling that pops into your mind, you are taking the first steps down a heroic path. You become the transformative force of peace our world needs.
Let’s Make a Pact
So, here’s the deal: we’re in this together. As we navigate this storm, let’s turn our daily routines into a superpower—something that propels us toward a brighter, more connected tomorrow.
In solidarity and positivity,
Carey