Integrating the "dark" aspects of ourselves
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What a time to be alive! As the world goes through tremendous changes and transitions, there is no doubt the same happens to us humans. When there's chaos in the world, it can feel like our inner world can also be chaotic. Yet, our universe, our higher selves, angels, guides, spirit, love, whatever you want to call it, are pushing us to grow right now. We have no other choice. We all know change isn't easy and when change does occur, the "dark" aspects of ourselves shine to light to heal past traumas, experiences and energies that are holding us down. Our old way of dealing with internal pain, such as suppressing, numbing, running away, will just come back and bite us in the ass. The old way of doing and being doesn't belong to the new world we are slowly phasing into.
Which leads me to question? How do we handle the new energy that is coming to us? How do we stand on our own two feet when we're trying to still hold on to the past while life is trying to push us forward?
The answer I came to is acceptance. I have come to find that when we fight our darkness, our anxieties, fears, doubt, grief, and worries, we tire out our nervous system, which causes the pressures even to come back and fight us stronger. When we accept and surrender to any emotions we're experiencing; we integrate them into our bodies. Our thoughts create our feelings, and our feelings affect our bodies. So acceptance and surrendering is your way of telling your body that you are safe. You are safe to feel. Which then relaxes the nervous system and tunes down our fight or flight mode. It sounds so simple, but when you're experiencing intense emotions, it is the last thing you want to feel. After experiencing significant anxiety, fear and agoraphobia, I learned something special. That this collective anxiety can be your greatest gift when you learn how to listen to the message it's trying to tell you.
Our first reaction to dark or deep emotions is what can I do to get rid of this? or what is wrong with me? Why do I feel this way? Will I ever get past this sadness or this pain? We fall into a spiral of thoughts that digs us into an even deeper hole where we feel we have no other choice but to numb the pain. However, when we change the dialogue with ourselves instead of questioning what is wrong with me? And start asking, Hey, what are you trying to tell me? We can use our emotions and feelings to create positive changes in our lives. That is how we integrate the "dark" aspects of ourselves. It's an ongoing journey. And one day, we will see why we are going through what we are going through as a collective. Until then, become your own best friend. You are a resilient being and have so much power to create, build, learn, grow, share... You've been doing it this entire time! Be kind to yourself. Change the way you've been speaking to yourself.(something I'm trying to practice) and don't forget to breathe!
You have all the tools within. Just keep reminding yourself of that. That is integration, the dark moments leading you back to your very own light!
Since this is a platform all based on healing and crystals, I'd like to share a few crystals that I have enjoyed working with during this time.
Sodalite- to calm down our anxiety. Sodalite has such peaceful energy to it. If you carry it around in your left hand and meditate with you, you'll start to notice a shift.
Although people use Amethyst as a beginner stone, it's one of the most powerful stones I have worked with. It will allow you to feel and see which thoughts are honest and illusionary, bringing calming energy to your mind. It's also a great stone to use for headaches!
Mineral Azurite- The way to the heart! Mineral Azurite connects us to our throat and heart chakra, allowing a clear communication flow. So you can have a little assistance in confronting and expressing your greatest potential.
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May you always stand in your strength and feel the grace of the universe guide you in each step of your way. Check out our healer's page for extra support and guidance if needed!
With love,
Aiyah
