Letting Go...



It has been a while! I have thought of many subjects on which to comment these past few weeks. One common theme I have come across has been the idea of "letting go"...

I believe that sometimes letting go of the old narratives and life suffering can be difficult...for many reasons. But, I would like to propose one good reason for letting go... and that is 'because it facilitates our ability to move forward'! Getting stuck in the negative narrative can keep us from authentic happiness and can create an armor of fear. I have found that the media has the tendency to reinforce this notion by presenting lots of negative news with countless spins revolving around the same story. Exasperating!

It is true that bad things happen and for some reason they tend to stick harder to the psyche than the good things that happen. Some events can shake anyone at their very core... the loss of a loved one or a crippling diagnosis. These are difficult indeed. I do not propose to pour pink paint over life's challenges or bad news. But I can say that over time, the idea of acceptance and letting go will allow for a new way to think, live, and BE. Developing resilience and courage to create a new narrative for life after the suffering, is key to living authentically. I can say that most times, getting stuck in the 'why?' will block movement toward the 'what now?'

Knowing that finding a new way of thinking and consequently a new way of being can lead to greater satisfaction. To accomplish this, it is important to make and effort to bring awareness to the tendency to stay stuck...through conscious awareness and countering the negative narratives. Developing the courage to move forward even in the most trying moments.  That may include the option to seek professional assistance.
If we teach ourselves to understand and accept that "shift" happens in life, then we are better equipped to meet with life's challenges and let go...Share your good news and work toward making a difference wherever you are!

Peace and Well Being,
Evelyn


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