Outward Journey To Inward Journey
It Takes a Calm Nervous System
Aloha friend, I’m back.
Whew! Being gone for a whole month is a long time to be gone, especially with mixed purposes to accomplish and emotions to contend with.
Has there ever been sweeter words than home sweet home?
My Journey
Although it started as an outward journey, my monthly sojourn soon became as much of an inward journey as an outward journey.
It all started with a 15-hour flight to an Energy Expo in Miami, FL.
Adaptability became my number one priority: the extremely hot climate, the Spanish-speaking culture, people, and noise everywhere, not to mention the needed preparatory work for the expo.
Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t all doom; there was fun mixed in… meeting the expo folks and seeing the newest in energy and water, the celebratory dance, hanging out with our wonderful associate, Cyndi, and laying eyes on Iguanas. ‘My first time.’
From Florida, we journeyed via a road trip through Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri.
Outwardly, our journey was about presenting my husband’s energy invention, visiting with loved ones, scouting out a possible new home location, and having my brother, Buddy’s, celebration of life.
As I said, mixed purposes…
Journeys Can Look Messy
With my brother’s passing just ten days before our departure date, along with the family drama that occurred, I was already on edge.
The 15-hour flight didn’t help any.
Plus, after getting there, we find that there are issues with the paperwork of my husband’s invention.
Oh, and there were more hiccups along the way, some bigger than others, but I won’t rehash.
Suffice it to say that journeys can look messy.
Outward to Inward
We all have to deal with our outward journey, with the world and people, with the five senses, with the physical. It can be daunting.
Then there’s our inward journey, dealing with ourselves, our thoughts, our emotions, our spirit, and our soul.
Sometimes the two can clash.
When we find the two clashing, it’s important to hold onto the truth that it won’t last.
It’s important to remind ourselves that we will find our way back to ourselves.
An Exit Plan-Please
Although I like to think that I’m fully committed to both the "inner journey" and the "outer journey" and I can simultaneously do both, I was ready for a new motto: Retreat!
Ever been there? Yearning for an exit plan?
Between traveling on the mainland’s highways, staying in a different hotel each night for two weeks, and dealing with family drama, along with my feelings of loss and betrayal, all I wanted to do was click my heels three times, and say, “There’s no place like home.”
I tried to ground myself and process my emotions along the way, but the way had so many twists and turns.
If only I had Dorothy’s ruby slippers.
Calm Nervous System
If you’re like I was caught up in the throes of the physical yet yearning to go inward, gently yet firmly remind yourself that you’re committed to your goodwill, and it may take time but you will get back to you.
To move forward inwardly, we must first calm ourselves.
Friend, as soon as you can, do what you can to calm your nervous system. Your nervous system plays a part in everything you do, from how you move, think, and feel.
Tips for Calming the Nervous System
Conscious slow deep heart breathing: focusing on the heart while bringing forth a happy memory, or focusing on feelings of gratitude or inner ease
Connect with nature
Get a good night’s sleep: You may want to use a sleep video on YouTube
Sit in prayer or read something spiritual
Call on a friend and talk out what’s on your mind
Journal
Listen to peaceful music
Love on your pet
Home Again
Now that I’m back in the sacredness of my home ‘in my consciousness,’ I’m relaxing. With a calm nervous system, I can continue my inward journey.
I can dive into my emotions with ease and safety.
I can let go, forgive, and grieve, and in the process, I connect deeply to my heart.
Connected to my heart, I feel alive and inspired, I feel like ME!
In feeling like myself again, I’m light and free. ‘This took about a week.’
“Mid pleasures and palaces though we may roam, Be it ever so humble, there's no place like home … Home! Sweet home!” John Howard Payne
Going inward can be joyful. Let’s expand on our inward journey with our…
Inner Joy Compass Prompt
If I find myself caught up in the physical, I will_________________ to come back home to me.
My favorite inward activity is _____________________.
What I most love about my inward process is ___________________.
If I find I need to calm my nervous system, I will ________________________.
“In your calm is your strength.” German proverb
Dear friend, it’s so good to be back.
With my calm nervous system, I’m happily diving into my projects. Being creative is so much fun!
I’m eager to share info about my upcoming Godly course with you - The 12 Faces of God.
Stay tuned…
Thanks so much for being here with me.
I appreciate you.
With all my love,
Gloria
PS: Please say a prayer for those who are affected by the hurricane.
So beautifuly said!