To follow the calling of your heart is no easy feat sometimes. Have you ever had a vague feeling that you should be doing something else? Perhaps it’s a feeling that your partner is not the right person for you, or that the job is not actually satisfying you in the same way anymore. I get it, I’ve been there too.
Subtle feelings of unease
These subtle feelings tend to grow and grow, until we can’t ignore them anymore. The problem is, we end up feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed. We feel stuck between a rock and a hard place – we know things are not really working the way they are, yet pulling the plug or making a change is terrifying. The fear of the unknown keeps us stuck, but being stuck starts to eat away at us too. It’s a vicious cycle.
Inner resistance
This is so common, because the fear of change is ingrained on all levels. We don’t know what to expect, and letting go of what is familiar can create a big stress response. Our ego-mind hates change, and will do everything it can to convince you to stay in the same place, in order to stay safe in what is familiar. It will procrastinate, distract, and convince you through negative self-talk. Our bodies feel it physically – increased heart rate, tension and tightness in the body. When on edge, we also tend to snap easily, get frustrated and angry, or even just plain exhausted with no energy.
First step – awareness
The good news is being aware of what is really happening is the first step. Becoming aware of your inner resistance and the reasons why can shine a light on what is really going on. Now, your inner stress response and fear of change is no longer in the subconscious driving seat. Once you become consciously aware of what is happening, you can slowly start to shift that fear into the backseat of the car, rather than behind the wheel.
Second step – ask for spiritual support
The second step is to remind yourself that you are not alone. You always have the support of your spirit team around you. You are always co-creating with the Universe. Whatever you focus on grows bigger, both in your mind, emotions and energy. Refocus your mind on what you do want, rather than what you don’t. And if you’re not sure what you want yet, this is the time to use Reiki! This is something we teach in our Reiki Courses – how to allow Reiki to clear blocks, and receive guidance from your Higher Self. If you haven’t done a Reiki Course yet, sit in meditation and clear your mind. The answers will come.
Third step – follow the calling of your heart
The third step is to drop into your heart. Become aware of your heart beat, and the breath in your chest. You are part of a greater energy force (Source), and the easiest way to connect to this is through your heart. Get out of your head, and feel into what feels right for you. What does your heart secretly desire? Get brutally honest with yourself. Put aside society and family expectations, let go of money concerns and other worries for a moment. Give yourself permission to follow the calling of your heart, and listen carefully to what your inner guidance system is telling you.
Fourth step – give it to God
If you are still not sure, give it to God. Wrap up the problem or the feeling of stickiness and give it to your higher power. Say ‘Dear God/Universe/Spirit, please help me with this problem! I release this problem to you, and I ask for your support in making clear what I am meant to be doing. Please reveal to me the first step forward! Thank you!’.
Fifth step – trust in yourself to manifest
You are always manifesting, this is not something you need to sit down for 5 minutes a day and ‘do’. Manifesting is simply the external world reflecting back at you what you most deeply desire. Most of the time your deepest desires lie in your subconscious mind. However, when you can drop into your heart, ask for spiritual support, and focus on what you DO want to call in, the world will reflect that back to you.
Need more support?
Learning Reiki is an incredible tool for self empowerment, and understanding your intuition. Reiki helps to unlock intuitive insights, and through the process of channelling Reiki, you’ll learn to trust your intuitive guidance more and more. Start with Reiki Level 1, and learn the basis of Reiki and energetics. Reiki Level 2 teaches you not only how to Reiki yourself and others, but how to use Reiki to heal your past, bring clarity to current situations, and raise your vibration. In our upcoming Reiki Level 3a (on Saturday 21st June!), you’ll learn how to use Reiki to manifest your future, by aligning your energy, receiving intuitive guidance, and taking aligned action.
It’s not always easy!
The process of change and letting go of fear is not an easy one! However, staying stuck isn’t going to feel any better either. Imagine 1, 2 or 5 years down the track. Would you still be happy doing what you’re doing now? If not, something needs to change. Book in for a Reiki + Coaching session, or check out our upcoming Reiki Courses here.
