Your Body Is Begging You To Pause, Breathe, And Listen
How much longer can you afford to ignore its whispers?
Many of us have normalized the chaotic pace of today’s world. We think we need to do it all, fulfill every responsibility, and be everywhere all the time. I know I certainly did.
Over the past couple of years, I found myself caught in a whirlwind of busyness. In the pursuit of keeping up, I neglected self-care and put aside my meditation routine. It was as if taking a breather had become a luxury, and slowing down was synonymous with falling behind.
Yet, as this year unfolded, it became evident that life had other plans for me. Challenges arose that I hadn’t anticipated, and suddenly, the pace I had grown accustomed to became unsustainable.
I was completely drained. Mentally, physically, and spiritually. However, my ego didn’t want me to acknowledge that reality. This had happened before, and at the time, I had no idea it was my ego talking... But this time, I knew better.
The Ego Wants Us To Stay Stuck In Our Patterns And Protection Mechanisms
The ego wants us to stick to the same old things, even if they make us unhappy. It doesn’t care about our happiness — it cares about our safety.