Hello—
…and the practice continues…
How many times have we all found Our Selves hearing something from someone we wanted no part of? —someone we don't like, respect, and clearly judge unworthy of our time? We can all invoke them in a flash, can't we? "Those" people / "They", who haven't a clue about us.
And yet…
When we’re willing to truly listen, unload the moment, and set aside our pinched hearts, there is so often a gift. Mind you, it's not always obvious, beautifully wrapped or even lovely.
The irony is when we’re willing to separate the message from "The Messenger" (2:20), there is invariably a teaching—a deeper healing— that supports our process and our ongoing practice. Facebook or YouTube.
Remember, when we dare to listen to The Messenger it's just another example of "Lessons and Teachers"(2:25)—situations and people in our lives with valuable "lesson plans”. We can choose to “cut class”, yet keep in mind that there are required courses that are mandatory. Best to take them and get on with
it.
Also, when we come right down to it, it's all just "Moments of Practice" (2:19), isn't it? Moments when we’ve chosen to meet the challenge at hand—or not. When we approach the process as just that—a series of moments—it can be much less daunting and overwhelming.
How is your practice going? Are you able to separate the message from The Messenger? Are encounters just lessons and teachers? Do you approach your life as moments of practice or does it all seem overwhelming? Share your take by commenting. I'd love to know how this all lands for you.
"…I love your un-method."
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In the meantime, may you listen to The Messenger—whose just a teacher with a lesson—as you move through your moments of practice.
Here's to You and your continued healing.
Stay safe and well.
Carry on—gently.
Until next time—
Thanks much.
Cheers,
Steph
Stephanie Swafford, BCPP, BFRP
"When It’s Time to Listen To Your Self"
