Each of the four elements corresponds to an aspect of ourselves. Whereas Earth is associated with our physical and material well-being, Water connects to our emotions. Throughout my journey of observing and learning from the four elements, Water has taught me important lessons about flow and ease. Most importantly, by observing Water, I could understand emotional regulation more deeply. In this article, together we’ll explore how Water’s lessons can impact us personally and in the community.
I started meditating five years ago, beginning with free guided meditations and mindful colouring books. I probably wasn't the only one turning to these strategies in 2020. Over time, my meditation practice evolved. I needed less direction and could simply be present in my bedroom or outside. Eventually, I started recording and sharing my own guided meditations. Now, my journey with meditation is expanding again. Not only am I hosting regular guided meditation groups, but I am exploring how meditation and mindfulness can help foster community connection.
The recently released Marvel Thunderbolts was almost a really beautiful metaphor for shadow work… almost.
However, it made the fatal error of separating the shadow from self. It turned the shadow into something to attack – to destroy. And in doing so, destroyed the weight of its own transformative message.
Fear or anxiety is an important part of our evolutionary make-up. After all, it is the part of our brain that is wired to pick up patterns of potential danger. But what if the fear isn't helping our growth? What if the anxiety is distracting us from our intuition and ability to take unfamiliar paths that may lead us towards new successes?
As someone who has done a fair share of personal development and healing, I have my own perspective on how to approach that healing work. On the other hand, I also see vividly the wounds and fractures that exist within our communities. When healing is needed on an individual and collective level, how can we find balance between the two?