Hi,
This is Teresa Conte,
And today's podcast is about developing a deeper level of honesty and intimacy with ourselves.
Developing honesty and intimacy with ourselves is of primary importance if we truly want to feel alive and experience life to the fullest.
When we're honest with ourselves about how we feel and what our intentions and desires are,
We allow the infinite source within us to support our expression and fulfill our deepest yearnings.
Being intimate with ourselves is not about blaming or judging others for what they may or may not have done.
Rather,
It's about taking personal responsibility for our wants and desires and communicating them without judgment,
Blame,
Or expectancy when appropriate.
Being vulnerable and honest can be frightening.
We may wonder what other people may say,
Think,
Or do if they know how we really feel.
We may be afraid of losing the love,
Support,
And approval of those we care about,
And or may be afraid of having to make difficult choices and enact change in our personal affairs.
Our minds conjure up the worst possible scenarios filled with versions of dramatic episodes good for any afternoon TV show rather than positive change.
The fearful part of us would have us think that quotes hiding the truth,
Quotes our truth,
Will keep us safe.
However,
Doing so affects our mental,
Emotional,
Physical,
And spiritual well-being and the degree of life energy and experience we express.
While we may think we are protecting ourselves,
We are in fact blocking the very things we desire from manifesting in our lives.
To change the situation,
We must begin turning within and honoring how we feel and who we are.
This means developing a deeper level of honesty and intimacy with ourselves first and foremost getting clear about our wants and desires and allowing ourselves to feel the pain of any pent-up emotions as well as the joy that lies beneath them.
In doing so,
We awaken to a greater expression of love,
Health,
And vitality.
Here are a few questions to ponder.
How are your heart and soul beckoning you to grow?
What do you want to say and to whom?
What changes do you want to make but have felt too frightened to do?
What hidden beliefs and thoughts are keeping you from experiencing and expressing the greatness of who you are and who you're meant to be?
If you'd like to get more clarity,
You can try this journaling exercise.
I've outlined five steps.
First,
For maximum benefit,
Turn off your devices,
Have a journal and pen nearby,
And do the exercise when you have a minimum of 15 to 20 minutes.
If you like,
You can light a candle and or put on soft music to create a relaxing atmosphere.
Second,
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths,
Allowing yourself to relax.
Notice the rise and fall of your belly or the feeling of air as it moves in and out of your nostrils with each breath.
Third,
Bring to mind a challenging situation or relationship.
Know that this situation or person is here for a reason,
To help you heal and grow.
Fourth,
When ready,
Open your eyes and write the following question across the top page of your journal.
What does my higher self want to communicate to me about this situation or relationship?
How am I being called to grow?
Of course,
You can replace the word higher self with whatever phrase you're most comfortable with,
Inner being,
Source,
Intuition,
Whatever you resonate with most.
If nothing comes after writing the question,
Repeat the following helper statements.
I am willing to listen.
I hear only the truth.
Then close your eyes and take a breath and allow whatever message is there to surface.
The guidance you receive will feel peaceful and clear and may come as a word,
A phrase,
Or a longer writing.
Trust the process.
We all have access to an inner voice,
The intuitive part of us that is always available and ready to guide us.
We simply need to be willing and ready to listen,
And the more we do,
The more will be revealed.
I'm wishing you many blessings as you embark on the road to loving and developing a greater level of intimacy with yourself.
