THE POWER OF LANGUAGE
As a note before we begin uncovering our magnetic self, it's important to have an idea of what's separating us from embodying that place naturally. The idea of our ‘magnetic self’ alludes to a version of ourselves above or beyond where we are now.
That's not true.
Rather, it's the self that we are without the self sabotage, doubt and limiting self beliefs. It’s the version of ourselves at our very core, the purest expression of who we are. SO much of what feels out of reach is really just our most natural state but we are blocked by some story or belief we have about ourselves.
Our words are tremendously important. Particularly when we use the statement “I” as it refers to our self image and identity. Whatever follows “I” is creation in motion.
For the next four weeks, let's try to be mindful of the way we talk -- internally and externally. We speak to ourselves more than anyone else on the planet so it’s important to be mindful of what we are saying. It’s not about punishing yourself for when you say something bad about yourself or another -- just acknowledge it, rephrase it with something empowering or forgiving and move forward.
The more we become aware of the language we use towards ourselves and others, the easier it will become to slow down and choose differently. A peaceful mind is one that is in harmony with its own health and wellbeing. More broadly, it's when we choose to speak from love instead of fear. When we speak positively to ourselves -- even though it has become unnatural at present, it is well and truly our most natural state -- to remain in love. See if you can be aware of your words today (those towards yourself and others).
There’s a few words and phrases that we use in our daily life that indicate that our blocks are at play, which I’d like to highlight early in this course so you can be aware when they inevitably pop up along the workshop.
“I SHOULD”: This is the phrase of the world's values, not your own. Whenever you find yourself saying or feeling like “I should”, take a moment to reflect why. Is it something you intrinsically value or want to do? Or is it something you feel like you need to do for others (perhaps to fit in with a social norm or expectation). When we let ‘shoulds’ control our actions, we end up feeling like we have no autonomy or freedom over our lives.
This workshop requires you to prioritize what’s important to YOU, which may directly conflict what you ‘should’ do.
If you tend to say “I should” a lot, try to replace it with ‘I choose to’, or ‘I get to’. The reframe of these statements leave us with the power of choice. Recognising that we are able to make free choices.
“I CAN’T”: This is the phrase of the self imposed glass ceilings. Sometimes we literally can not physically, intellectually or emotionally perform the task at hand. Even still, “I can’t -- yet” is a more empowering statement to use. When you find yourself saying I can’t, ask yourself: Do I know that as certain? Is it possible at all? If not now, in the future? What would it look like if I could?
Empowering questions always lead to empowering answers.