Telling myself I shouldn’t be feeling something is like telling myself I shouldn’t be breathing. It doesn’t matter what my mind thinks about my feelings. The best thing I can do is allow all of them, no matter what they are. This can be difficult with feelings I don’t understand or judge as “bad.” These are the feelings I need to make even more room and compassion for. Today I allow room.
Now, how did you knowI was having feelings I was trying to suppress today. They were like that pink elephant that you weren’t supposed to think about. I’d really rather it not be there. I don’t want to recognize that it’s there. But it’s hard to miss. I’ll try just accepting them and hopefully time will wash them away.
Hi Tani Rae,
In our experience, acceptance of uncomfortable feelings helps them move through more quickly. Sending you lots of love!
XOM+Z