Hey everyone! I hope you’re having a great day! The weather here is beautiful and sunny- a break after a few days of clouds and rain with more rain on the way. I hope wherever you are, no matter the weather, that you are happy and healthy.
Welcome to today’s Surrender card. This is a good one because it asks us to listen to our bodies responses to our primal instincts. Have you ever met someone or been in a situation and you just knew something was off or wrong? Or maybe the opposite- you had this feeling like this is exactly right? Sometimes, we discount that gut reaction and often to our emotional and physical detriment. This card is telling us to listen to our bodies responses because the message we send ourselves is usually a warning or a confirmation of something important.
I have noticed that collectively, we have stopped listening to our inner voices and have become dismissive of our bodies instinctive responses. Society tells us what to do, how to feel and how we should respond, and many times we just blindly follow. To act and respond in a certain way in just about every imaginable circumstance, by the standard of the anonymous “they,” has been ingrained in us so deeply that when our bodies send us signals that may be contrary to conventional societal mores, behaviors and responses, we tend to dismiss them as irrational or emotional. Sometimes, yes, that can happen but most often our bodies are telling us something important. Often, we know when something just doesn’t make sense. Our intuition, the primal part of our brains that our bodies physically respond to when we don’t listen to it, is invaluable when it comes to assessing the people and situations in our lives. When something is wrong, our bodies will feel tense, our heads will ache, maybe we feel a little queasy and tired. It is wise to, at minimum, take a moment to reassess and reevaluate what is before us and maybe do a little research before we move forward. When our bodies produce negative responses to a person or situation it is important to take a step back and determine if we should listen before we get in over our heads. And remember, just because the people around us think it’s ok, the ubiquitous “they,” doesn’t mean that’s the truth. What is ok is to do what’s right for you.
This can work in the opposite way, as well. Sometimes, we find ourselves in a position where our gut tells us that we are EXACTLY where we are supposed to be. We feel lighter, happier, and often have more energy because the situation, or person, is right and good for us. If “they” disagree, they can go to hell. “They” don’t have the years of experience and knowledge about our lives and ourselves to make that call. We do. Our bodies know when we are in a good place and around good people. I know I’ve let many good opportunities and relationships fall to the wayside because they seemed wrong to other people even though everything in my body was telling me the opposite. In every case, when I didn’t heed my instincts and my bodies responses, I made choices that made my life harder and less fulfilling. I don’t regret anything because I have learned so many lessons but I can’t help but feel a pang over what I know are lost opportunities. Remember, again, it’s ok to do what’s best for you.
Our bodies work in tandem with our minds and souls. When we are surrounded by people, or are in situations, that cause us discomfort, depression, or distress, we become sick in body and mind. When we are surrounded by people, or are in situations, that create abundance, joy, and peace, our bodies and minds respond appropriately. It all boils down to appreciating the messages your body has to say about what’s happening. Don’t discount it just because other people do. This is your life, your body, your purpose. Pay attention and heed the message.
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