For healing, the body leads; the conduit of output as input.
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Felt in the far back molars of the jaw, stress saran wrap clings to the body.
While the body takes on the occupation as a stress manager, it is unlikely to be a good “secret keeper”.
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Instead of forever absorbing stress as requested, the body regularly expresses and reminds us of its’ finite threshold.
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If relief is denied, stress is re-absorbed and tension continues to swell.
It seems the threat of potential pain trains us to subdue nagging requests for release.
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Much like the relationship we have with holding a plank.
The body screams for relief when met at our growth edge.
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Our stressors and emotions are no different.
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Without intentional movement toward, there’s a tendency to shy away from pain at the very brink of the growth edge.
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For good reason though, avoidance serves as protection. It serves as protection from pain…but also from growth.
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Lean in.
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As engaging in a plank supports a stronger physical body so does engaging with the emotional self.
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Lean in.
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Slow down long enough to hear the requests from your body.
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Lean in.
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The mind then follows after the body, it releases and brings feelings of respect. We’ve been honest with ourselves. There’s no need to request a secret keeper, we’ve responded to the needs.
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Peace. Love. Gratitude.
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