8 Things I've learnt to Let Go
Letting Go Is Freedom
For me, letting go is freedom itself. It's a life infused with peace and love, where everything settles into serene harmony.
In 2023, I learned to let go of…
Pretending to be okay: Suppressing my feelings kept me trapped in old patterns, running from fear. Now, I find freedom in simply acknowledging my emotions, whatever they may be. Allowing myself to feel, just as I am, liberates me from suffering.
The mask of strength: I'm exhausted from playing tough. I allow myself to cry when needed, to feel the highs and lows. Vulnerability isn't weakness; it's the strength to be authentic. I rest when drained, taking the time I need to heal. Kindness and gentleness towards myself are the truest forms of empowerment.
The chase for hollow dreams: Money and fame no longer entice me. My path leads towards love, not fleeting validation.
Comfort zones, however tempting: New challenges hold a thrilling beauty. I find the courage to step outside my comfort zone, embracing the risk of failure. It's the key to pursuing my true passions, the things that ignite my soul.
Arrogance and the fight: The very foundation of conflict feels wrong. Why battle in vain? I choose peace, allowing truth to reveal itself naturally.
The pursuit of perfection: Mistakes are lessons, valuable opportunities to learn and evolve. I improvise, adapting day by day.
Suffering at its root: By shedding light on the shadows, I face the source of my pain. Love becomes the medicine for my soul, healing from within.
Controlling everything: I used to be a control freak. Controlling people and situations brought me a false sense of security, but it also consumed me with stress and anxiety. Everything had to go according to my meticulously planned steps, based on past experiences and meticulous planning. I'd lie awake all night meticulously plotting each move, and then wake up trembling, compulsively checking emails and bracing myself for conversations with people I disliked. My life was one long, tense rehearsal. Then I realized: things happen for a reason, and trying to control everything, especially people, is futile. This revelation struck me even deeper after reading a preview of a book, where a single sentence resonated like a haunting refrain: "People are not objects. You cannot take them for granted or wish them into being."
It's never too late to let go and change yourself for the better. When you are ready, contemplate on these prompts below and start working on your magic.
Sending Love to you,
Parinama
[REFLECTION PROMPTS]
What should I let go of in my life that brings me more peace?
What are the things that trouble me at night and keep me awake?
Who should I let go the most to earn my inner peace?
How can I learn to let go of things that don’t serve me anymore?
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