Words Have Power — LOVE

September 1, 2019July 7, 2022 Laura

LOVE

By Laura Palermo

Love is such a broad subject to discuss. It certainly cannot be contained in one short post. And I won’t even attempt to do so. This post isn’t about all the different kinds of love we can experience—many of which I have yet to discover for myself. I wish for us to take a look at the energy that emanates from our heart-space; the love that touches those around us, without us necessarily being aware of it.

Lately, I have been feeling—quite strongly—this swirling energy at my heart chakra. It manifests physically as a warmth. When I tune into it further, it is not only emanating out for the benefit of others; it is also subtly directed inwards. If I had tuned in to this energy a few years ago, I would not have come to the same realisation. Do we not need a little love for ourselves?

I have seen so many posts that discuss the necessity of self-love. And while it makes so much sense, it is not until you begin to embrace this for yourself that you understand its importance. That is not to say that I am fully there yet myself. I can, however, recognise the potential within just waiting to be activated. I wholeheartedly believe everyone has this potential. It may be difficult to wade through all the muck—the pain and discomfort. For some, the journey may be longer. But, as they say, “Love knows no bounds”. Imagine the good we could achieve if we truly believed we were capable. We are so much more than we yet know. Our hearts are at the centre of our experience. Those of us that tend to be ruled by our heart can attest to this.

I propose a little exercise to recognise or reconnect to the love that is inside YOU:

Sit for a moment, quietly, taking some deep breaths. If you can, breathe in through your nose, and out through your mouth. Breathe in peace and calm, and imagine you are absorbing soft, pink light. As you breathe out, release any tension and stress. Imagine letting go of all other conscious thought as you breathe out. Continue breathing in this gentle pink light.

Once you feel calm and light as a feather, draw your attention to your heart-space. Just observe what is there. You may feel some discomfort or sadness. Try not to linger too long on this. Breathe out what you can. What else do you feel? Keep focusing deep within the centre of your chest. Continue until you connect with the space that seems uplifting, makes you feel elated, excited even—that point of wonder that is inside of you.

Once you find that feeling, imagine it as a colour. You may see it as pink or green, or a combination of both. Visualise and feel this colour expanding throughout your entire chest and then filling your whole body with love. When you are overflowing with this energy, feel it radiating out through your skin, enveloping you like a warm hug. This energy seems to circle from within to without and back again. You are love, and you are loved.

Original Image is by stux on Pixabay.

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Words with Power

Words Have Power — CHANGE

August 1, 2019July 7, 2022 Laura

CHANGE

By Laura Palermo

Let’s talk about CHANGE.

Some of us say we need a change, we resist change, fear change, expect to get the right change, donate our spare change and make the change.

It seems such a simple thing, something we can—more often than not—have some sort of control over. But is this really the case? For we, ourselves, are the embodiment of change. At a physical level, we regenerate, degenerate, age, adapt, grow and evolve.

The emotions we experience day-to-day can change according to our physical environment, interpersonal relationships and subtle—or not so subtle—energy shifts. As we work through the trials and tribulations, the difficult and even the enjoyable lessons, we grow on a soul level; we acquire knowledge that we carry with us through life and through lifetimes.

And so, the cycle continues, a constant ride on the waves of change. Sometimes we stay on our feet and move onto the next one. Sometimes we fall down and need to start again. While we might not be able to control the changes and how they come about, we can choose to go with it. We can choose to accept the inevitability of change as evolution and strive to rise up to something more meaningful. Our ability to adapt, grow, and transition stays the same.

Original photo by George Keating from Pexels.

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Words with Power

Words Have Power — WORDS

July 1, 2019July 7, 2022 Laura

WORDS

By Laura Palermo

This month, I decided to focus on the power of words in general. I must admit that this is partly due to coming across one of my favourite quotes from the Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling (quote pictured above). I want to focus specifically on the way we use words.

We talk a lot about the words we say to ourselves and others. Positive internal and external talk has such a profound effect on so many aspects of our lives. I’m not talking about merely saying what others want to hear or using words to fulfil an agenda. By using them in this way, aren’t we doing ourselves a disservice? What about respecting the gift of language and meaning? What about the gift of voice? Words spoken with authenticity can hold magic, much more than those expressed for the sake of it.

As I am writing this, I remember one of my favourite movies starring Audrey Hepburn. Yes, I’m talking about My Fair Lady. There is one song, in particular, playing over and over in my head. Just a section of it: “Words! Words! Words. I’m so sick of words! I get words all day through; first from HIM now from YOU! Is that all you blighters can do?”

What got me about this song, wasn’t the fact that she has spent so much time reciting words to achieve the correct pronunciation. Or that she has a migraine. It was that a lot of the time, words are bandied about haphazardly. Words without action can be rendered meaningless. It’s the intent behind the words that is important. I, for one, can type and type and type some more when I am writing something about which I feel strongly. And also, because I love writing and working with words to entertain and elicit an emotional response from my audience. But, in conversations, if I don’t have something constructive or meaningful to say, I am happy to remain silent and listen.

Another point I would like to make is to do with listening. I have noticed—even more so as I have gotten a bit older—you can hear the truth about what a person is saying, even when they are using their words to mask it. There will be a contradiction and probably a lack of feeling behind what they are saying. Unless they are excellent method actors, of course. Listening is not just about discerning between truth and untruth; it is about respecting the value of others. It is about being compassionate and encouraging others to find their voice. We learn so much listening to others—about ourselves too.

We don’t need long fancy words to say something worth saying; we need authenticity and an open ear. Let’s use our words wisely, appreciate others’ voices and the gift (not awkwardness) of silence.

Image Credit: Original image by dOn niE from Pixabay.