Fear, Fuel for Freedom.
Dear Friend, freely take what resonates with you + recycle what doesn't.
What lies below, is an inspirational experience. Crafted with an open + untamed heart.
We stand as the architects of our own realities. Living in harmony with our Soul Purpose demands courage; we must be prepared to confront boldly the question: 'What am I most afraid of?'
Taking the time to delve into our deepest fears, unravel their origins, and create space for introspection is a transformative process.
It's a journey where we learn to liberate ourselves, discovering the magic within both the light and the dark, the masculine and the feminine, and everything in between when we shed the confines of outdated constructs.
The journey itself becomes a revelation, awakening our limitless potential.
When I find myself entangled in self-imposed limitations, I find solace in the wisdom of Louise Hay, as shared in her book 'You Can Heal Your Life.'
Her words, a source of inspiration, encourage me to approach my humanity with kindness and curiosity.
In her insightful analogy, she compares us to a budding rose, ever-changing and always perfect. As she beautifully expresses:
“Think of a rose from the time it is a tiny bud... We are always perfect, always beautiful, and ever-changing. We are doing the best we can with the understanding, awareness, and knowledge we have. As we gain more understanding, awareness, and knowledge, then we will do things differently.”
Navigating Self-Love is like dancing with our own reflection—it's messy, shifting between shadows and light.
Self-love flows like water, adapting to the vessel it finds. The universe whispers, "Feel the fear and do it anyway," urging us to groove with our potential.
How we handle jittery fear or embrace inner love is uniquely ours. No "good" or "bad" labels apply. Once we grasp this, it's like shedding unnecessary weight, co-creating, feeling lighter, and healing at our own pace.
Venturing further into the depths of my Inner Self, where I engage in truthful and open conversations with my fears, dreams, and all that resides in between, I've stumbled upon a transformative realization.
Breaking down my fears into bite-sized pieces has become a powerful approach.
This not only allows me to question them with greater ease but also facilitates a more compassionate and inquisitive connection, fostering a sense of camaraderie rather than judgment in my journey of self-discovery.
These 4 pillars are a framework but also hold the transformative power to guide us on a profound journey toward our authentic truth.
1. Fear of failure
2. Fear of not being good enough
3. Fear of what others think of you
4. Fear of loss
When was the last time you spent some quality time with your fears? Letting them rise without judgment or the need to try and fix or change them? Simply allowing yourself the sacred space of curiosity…Now, if you resonate with the idea that the universe is buzzing with energy (and if not, no biggie—wanna join me in a bit of curiosity?), here's the scoop: we're practically sculpting our opportunities within the confines of our minds. Thoughts are like these weightless, ethereal bursts of energy—effortlessly malleable and ready for a transformation.
We can either use our fearful thoughts as rocket fuel for deep heart healing or let them be roadblocks in our progress, leaving our hearts feeling stagnant. It's not about right or wrong; it's all about divine timing and staying open. No matter where you are on your self-love journey, fear is bound to knock on your door, sparking soul-searching conversations like a wildfire.
Might as well groove with it? Make friends with it? And turn it into your creative spark…Imagine looking at your fears as a tool for progress.
JOURNAL QUESTIONS TO BEFRIEND YOUR FEARS
Grab your journal or a piece of paper and your favorite pen—play some music in the background that you feel will support your introspection time. I have a suggested playlist for you here! If you need help focusing, put a timer on your phone—10-20mins should be plenty, and just begin writing. Try not to overthink it, just let your hand flow on the page. This is not meant to be super serious, it’s meant to be real and raw.
Question your truth until it brings you ease. If for any reason you find yourself triggered throughout the process—stop, regulate yourself, and then come back to this later when you feel ready. Trust yourself to find what feels good.
What are you most afraid of? (see if you can, tune into your heart and gut when exploring this )
What pillar of fear are you in right now? (a few can be true, explore it openly)
Where does your fear come from?
What else?
Where do you feel your fear in your body?
How can you transcend your fear into love?
What’s the lesson/pattern here? (pause, breathe, notice, connect the dots)
What is 1 thing you can do today to embody more love? (for ex: taking a 5 min mediation break, walking around the neighborhood, calling a friend to hold space, etc.
