“You must structure your world so that you are constantly reminded of who you are.”
-Na’im Akbar
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here for a moment and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
Interesting question the author of the quote poses.
How is your world structured? Think about that for a moment...
In the book, Acts of Faith, Iyanla Vanzant speaks about how one's mind creates the environment we live in. The environment we live in is the mirror reflection of what we see:
Your subconscious mind is a 24 hour photographer, recording every item you see.
It is important to your mental, emotional, and spiritual health that the things you see create images in your mind of who you are or what you want to be.
How can you make sure what you see does not keep you in a place you do not want to be? Reread the question... Dig deep... Be creative... what can you do...?
Are there any individuals in your daily environment you would like to release to better reflect who you are and how you want to feel? Spend some time here... Who's in your circle... Birds of a feather flock together...
On this journey, self-awareness is key. As we continue to evolve, things change including one’s perspective. From the book Until Today. Iyanla Vanzant shares:
I am now receptive to the idea that what I see in others represents the fears I have about myself.
How can you view those in your environment with the compassion, support, and love it will take to inspire them to want to do better?
Our culture tends to glorify suffering. We wear pain like a badge of honor a rite of passage. The more we can endure the better, the more deserving and worthy we deem ourself and others to be.
Psychologist, writer, and teacher in the field of personal growth and relationships , Gay Hendricks challenges the reader to include committing to joy, as a part of ones self-development: from the book, A Year of Living Consciously
It’s time to let go of the judging voices and let yourself feel the joy and humor that was silenced within you but wants to break free.
Affirmation: I commit to having a good time in my close relationships.
Today’s Challenge: Committing to Joy
from Gay Hendricks, A Year of Living Consciously
In each instance when you feel frustrated:
Let yourself find humor in the situation
Sit back, breathe deeply, and feel laughter in your belly replace tightness and tension.
How will you see the world differently today and create an environment reflective of the one you want to be in? Honor yourself, you matter, how can you make it happen..?
What are you willing to do? Your choice...
Don’t miss your opportunity! Be intentional, encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
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References:
Hendricks, Gay; A year of Living Consciously: 365 Daily Inspirations for Creating a Life of Passion and Purpose. Harper One, New York, NY 1998.
Vanzant, Iyanla; Acts of Faith: Daily Meditations for People of Color. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
Vanzant, Iyanla; Until Today: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of Mind. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
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