7 Wonders of the Week: 2/13 - 2/19
I cannot tell you how much fun I have been having with paying attention to the daily wonders of my own life. If you’re enjoying reading these blogs, I want to encourage you to write down “a wonder a day” in your phone notes or journal. It’s such a fun way to document your experience!
Here are some of the insights that were given to me this week.
Monday, 2/13: You have complete & total agency over your body.
Some of you may remember this, but I started my original blog (Whole Body Glow) in April 2019 when I was deathly ill, unable to drive or walk and confined to my apartment in Texas on most days. I knew I needed to use my brain (I run a little hot), so I started teaching myself how to build a blog. The only experience I had was a notebook with handwritten descriptions of WordPress from a digital media course I had taken 4 years prior, but I was determined!
About four years, 2 cross-country moves, and many iterations later, I realized that this blog was the beginning of me completely healing and turning my world upside down. It set me on a new career path, it inspired me towards growth, and it helped me heal my body and life.
So on Monday when I went to visit a new primary care doctor in Colorado (because I haven’t had one since I left Texas, LOL) and they asked me all this shit about testing and blood panels, I felt completely comfortable saying “No.”
In the past I would have been so nervous. Our society has taught us that doctors know all, that we must listen to their advice, and that everyone else except us knows what is best for our bodies.
It is simply not true. You are the healer of your own life. Do your own research. Always. You cannot be the guru for anyone else and you cannot expect anyone else to be your guru.
You have complete and total agency over your body (and your life). Stop giving your power away.
Tuesday, 2/14: Dreams are your subconscious mind working things out.
I’ve been working lots of things out for myself and my mental health over the last few months, but I have still had dreams recently that feel a little haunting and confusing.
I woke up on Tuesday morning and heard this piece of guidance:
Don’t read into your dreams too much. Your subconscious mind is just working things out.
So my new practice is being more intentional before going to sleep and asking myself: What can I release tonight in my sleep?
This has helped me release the fear of having dreams that make me wake up feeling less than stellar. Now I know that if anything bizarre comes up, it’s just my subconscious working out its own shit.
Wednesday, 2/15: Everyone has their own brand of crazy and it’s beautiful.
I went to pottery on Tuesday night (my favorite night of the week!) and one of my new pottery friends mentioned the cat convention she went to. It made me smile.
She is the absolute sweetest, creative person and she happens to love her cat. And honestly, who am I to judge?
I love going to pottery because everyone is incredibly accepting. It is a supportive environment where everyone can be their full selves, with their own brand of ‘crazy’ (if you want to call it that).
I ask everyone when their birthday is to analyze their behavior based on astrology (LOL) and some people go to cat conventions.
One of my pots on Tuesday night got a little wonky (like most of them do) and my instructor said “Your individuality shines a light for others.”
I laughed and said it was a nice line, but on my drive home I thought, “Wow, that’s too good.”
Whatever your ‘crazy’ is, I hope you know that it is shining a light for someone else to step into their full, unique personal brand.
Thursday, 2/16: If you’re asking for a sign, that is the sign.
When I was beginning with my spiritual practice (back in 2019/2020), I learned how to ask for a sign. It was a way that I could connect with my Higher Self and ask for help.
“If I should do this, give me the sign of a rainbow.”
“If I should pursue this, show me 222.”
Whatever the sign or discussion, it was a very affirming way for me to build trust in the Divine. And honestly, some of the signs I would receive were truly jaw-dropping. I wrote them down in a small journal and still reread them occasionally to boost my faith. I recommend this step for anyone getting started with spirituality.
These days I have learned how to trust myself more and that is what I realized on Thursday. I was walking and about to ask for a sign, when I heard this guidance:
You asking for the sign is the sign. Trust yourself. If you want to do it, then do it.
In line with Monday’s wonder, it was just another reminder that you have complete agency over your body and your life. If you trust yourself, then even if something “does not work out” initially, it will become clear after the fact why it happened that way.
It is safe to trust yourself. It is safe to trust the desires in your heart. It is safe to move through life without requiring visual signs. Trust the Knowing that is within you. You will always be safe, no matter what happens.
Friday, 2/17: Expand your vision by looking at how much you have grown.
I had many pinch-me moments this week (I think spurred on by the doctor visit on Monday) about how far I have come in a very short amount of time. From my death bed at the age of 27 to owning my own business today, I am so proud of myself and all that I have walked through.
I thought about where I was a year ago, creatively stifled and dreaming of the day that I could go out on my own.
I thought about where I was two months ago, at an emotional rock bottom (more on that another time).
And I thought about where I am today. How much can change in a short time when you stay committed to yourself.
I want you to know that you are strong, you are resilient, you are courageous. Anything you desire to change is possible. And it does not require years of therapy or struggle or heartache.
You are own expansive vision. Look at where you have come, what you have walked through, and give yourself some G-damn credit.
Saturday, 2/18: Where do I go to see a movie?
On Saturday I went to a movie theater. If you’re like me and forgot that this was an activity you could do with friends (thank you, COVID-19), I am here to report that it was a whole experience!
What are these comfy recliners?
Wait, there are heated seats?!
Wow, did the popcorn butter get an upgrade since 2020?
Just want to throw out that you should probably get on the Google and check out your local theater. I felt like a kid in a candy shop.
Sunday, 2/19: What if today was the best day of your entire life?
I started asking myself this question when I wake up every morning. You know, around the time that I really do not want to get out of my deliciously comfortable, warm bed.
It changes my perspective.
What if today was the best day of your life?
In traditions that teach presence, today is the best day of your life because it is the only one that you have. I think most of us forget this though.
What new possibilities await you today?
What wonders will you be open to receiving?
If today is seemingly ‘normal,’ can you still find peace and gratitude with the fact that you got to live today?
Sending you so much love.
Xoxo,
Em
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