Letting Go - 3 Simple Steps to Peace of Mind

We frequently encounter the phrase "letting go." But what does it truly mean? You might hear a friend or family member advise, "Oh, you just gotta let that shit go, man." It sounds straightforward when said like that. Recently, I've been aware of anxious thoughts and intense emotions regarding some personal issues in my life. I can feel all of this physically, as if these sensations are indicating something is unbalanced within me. For me, the theme revolves around a loss of control, particularly over my schedule, my time, and my autonomy. These elements don't benefit me, manifesting as feelings in my body, though they originate as thoughts.

The first step in the process of letting go is to acknowledge that these thoughts and feelings exist within me. This awareness can be difficult, as these thoughts and feelings sometimes slip in unnoticed, like thieves in the night, making them hard to detect. Other times, they appear suddenly, as if crashing through a roof and leaving a large hole. I've discovered a way to make this process enjoyable—yes, life can be fun!—by seeing how quickly I can catch these intrusive thoughts and stop them at the gate. I also note which thoughts are most frequent, helping me identify the recurring "stories" in my mind. Often, these stories are unhelpful and originate from conditioning from many years ago. In ancient spiritual traditions, these stories are often referred to as "veils." This is why some places around the world are said to have a "thin veil," allowing reality to be experienced with minimal filtering and storytelling. Amazing!

The second step involves deciding to let go of these thoughts. Although this decision is challenging, it is crucial in the process. Choosing to release these negative thoughts and emotions allows me to regain control over my life. While there are few aspects of life we can control, our reactions are one of them. One of my life goals is to love myself unconditionally. To achieve this, I must be very diligent and consistently release thoughts and feelings that don't benefit me daily. It's a significant effort since some of these thoughts and feelings have been with me since childhood. These can include limiting beliefs like "I can't handle what life is throwing at me right now" or "I feel really out of control with what's happening around me."

The final step of letting go involves acceptance and being at peace with that decision, allowing you to return to the present moment and live genuinely in a state of peace, which is our natural state. We all deserve this peace and to be as free from suffering as possible throughout our lives. This step focuses on loving yourself unconditionally and providing yourself with the best care and attention, much like you would support a good friend experiencing negative thoughts and stories. Always be your own best friend. Strive for this goal, as it is a lifelong journey, and the benefits improve each day.

I wish you Happiness, Health, Safety, and Freedom from suffering.

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