Hello beloved
I’ve been moving in and out of grieving this week and wanted to share the root of humanities path back to peace through a reflection.
May this be a mirror for us all.
As we navigate through this dynamic and seemingly world we live in, there's a prevalent sense of division we often feel around us.
However, the objectivity isn't in rectifying the world's divisive nature but in understanding our own individual identity and personal worth.
It all starts with us. and I'm going to share a deep insight through teh etymology of the word, "STANDARDS."
Take a moment, connect with your emotional system, your sense of personal power. What do you feel?
Anger?
Fear?
Anxiety?
Maybe paralysis, shame, a sense of powerlessness?
Your emotional system is incredibly intelligent and at the core - you'll find issues of esteem, power, control, and even survival.
But what are you really trying to survive?
It's "power threats."
Power threats are threats to your value.
What's under threat is your sense of power as defined by your value.
These threats can manifest as shame, humiliation, a feeling of losing value in the eyes of others.
Think about it: how do you get value in the world? How have you been taught to be valuable?
Which brings me to the illusion of standards.
Isn’t it intriguing how "standard" signifies standing firm, much like a flag rooted to a pole, standing upright against the blowing wind?
This brings forth an important question - are we standing firm for our own truth, or blindly adhering to a pre-decided set of rules and norms?
Throughout our lives, we unconsciously adopt a sense of separateness - distinguishing between 'I' and 'you', 'us' and 'them'.
However, this very notion of separation is a self-created illusion. It bifurcates the world, creating an antagonistic environment that ultimately benefits no one.
Instead, this illusion generates a hierarchy, a power structure that magnifies disparities among us.
Here's a liberating truth:
We are all equal, complete, and perfect just as we are.
Each of us is unique, with our own narratives, spurred by our own versions of truth.
How liberating would it be if we stopped seeking validation or acceptance from outside and started accepting our own sense of wholeness and balance within?
In a world with billions of people, each holding a different opinion, it's crucial to respect, honor, and uphold our own truths.
The new 'standard' I suggest today, is standing firm in our beliefs. It's an inside-out stance, reframing the concept of 'standards' from an externally imposed entrapment to a self-driven embodiment of our unique truth.
Ask yourself today:
Am I divided or am I whole?
The first step towards achieving personal unity is refusing to see ourselves as divided entities.
We need to rise above this illusion of separateness and embrace the beauty of our wholesomeness.
An often unacknowledged truth is this: We don't have to be in control of everything.
The moment we stop attempting to control situations or people is when we start experiencing true internal freedom.
The habit of passing judgement, especially on ourselves, is deeply wired within us.
Recognizing this as a habit and consciously working to break it is a fascinating stance towards self-growth and self-discovery.
Imagine a world where we all mattered, where our own unique voices echoed louder than the rigid societal norms.
Just picture a world resonating with a medley of vibrant voices, each contributing its unique rhythm to the symphony of life.
Wouldn't that world be a lot more inclusive and harmonious? Here's my challenge to you: Redefine your 'standard'. Stand firm in your truth.
Be at peace with others in their truth.
You do not need to be a guardian at the gate.
Notice when you make decisions based on trying to figure out how to self protect, or prove a point.
Embrace the journey of transforming the world, starting from within.
Sending you love.
Kassandra.
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