Those of us following a path of self-mastery will experience fear and related emotions as we proceed. Recognizing only the power of Source Energy, we want to give no power to fear. We all grew up in a culture abundant with others feeling fear and we humans will need to practice continually in the honoring of the One Power.

Therefore, our growth involves noticing and recognizing old hurts and fear. Return to the One again and again, we know this is the process required, and we accept it. We do experience uncomfortable feelings, make them ok, and then we release them.

We know we are on track. Learning how to steer ourselves, to support our own dear selves in our growth process, we align our perceptive lens with Goodness.

Lamay’s Story

At 3 am one-night Lamay realized she had awakened from a “bad dream,” one filled with dread. In the nightmare L was part of a family, where the tense interaction propelled her to leave the room and go hide. She felt frightened.

Our star could not get immediately to sleep. “Oh my,” said our heroine to herself, “My thoughts are filled with scary images. I feel adrenaline coursing through me. What to do to soothe myself now?”

In her study of building personal power, Lamay knew that pushing against this discomfort would not speed her recovery.

Instead, this dear woman rose to head downstairs to check her email. Her strategy at first: steep herself in her present time real life. This action would serve to put her mind on something off the topics which trigger the terror.

Then Lamay came back upstairs and sat in her contemplative corner, complete with candles, where she regularly focused on Faith, Forces of Good and Well Being abounding. Our protagonist read some supportive passages while telling herself what she was processing now was ok.

At this point L felt some relief and also still some impatience and irritation.

Lamay crawled back into bed and applied hands on herself (Jin Shin Jyutsu) to bring forth more experience of harmony and calm.

(Hook the right hand over the left shoulder, with the left hand point your fingers up under the left collar bone. Hang out in that position for 2 – 5 minutes. We feel tension drain away—not just an abstract thought.)

Despite the irritation and lingering jitters, this courageous soul called on Faith knowing her dear being is ok right now. L feels the confidence of knowing this brief event does not define her.

Each of us can find relief for ourselves, each with his or her own strategies. We can be ready to self soothe as we flow in abundant transformation.

How do you soothe yourself? Please comment and share what works for you.

About the Author

Janet Pearlman is a spiritual teacher, counselor, healer and artist. These posts demonstrate everyday applications of the path to greater self knowledge and mastery. Opportunities for greater empowerment abound in the moments of our lives. As we all go for operating from a centered and loving space, we are creating a world where peace can prevail. In her forty-seven year journey of self-discovery, Janet has deeply studied the teachings of Abraham-Hicks, Ernest Holmes, Inayat Khan and more. Janet offers individual sessions by phone and in person. Please contact her at jpearl555@earthink.net to arrange an appointment.