“Always remember you are braver than you believe,
stronger than you seem,
and smarter than you think”
-A. A. Milne
While growing up [in a DV environment], I was always told how dumb I was and how I would never amount to anything (anybody). I learned how to be fearful, and my belief system became distorted. In my mind however, I thought I was a Princess Warrior (Xena style of course) - brave and strong in every way possible. Manifesting this bravery only occurred however when I was alone in nature, or immersing myself in my music, both of which were my saving grace.
Mother Nature became my teacher. The plants shared their healing properties, the animals guided me to safety, and taught me how to laugh and play. Father Sun warmed me, while Grandmother Moon embraced me with her light, showing me how to let go and allow the light fill me - removing the sorrow and darkness within.
Music became my emotional release, where unspoken feelings were sung in melody. My voice emerged, growing stronger, eventually filling me with the power to invoke my warrior self. I became brave and started standing up for myself and for those who had yet to find their voice and power.
I no longer don the Warrior persona, however I know she’s near by should a need arise for her protection. Sometimes as an Adult, I hear the ‘past’ voices telling me that I’m not good enough, or strong enough, or smart enough …
At these times, I remind myself to shift my focus from a mindset of failing, to a state of succeeding. Every time, the outcome is positively manifested, and I find that I am brave, strong & smart.
Namaste,
WS
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