Boundaries
How many can you think of?
In today’s world, we’ve hear the words social distancing. The boundary I am referring to is personal distance or the bubble we unconsciously surround ourselves with. The one when someone gets too close, or we feel unsafe, we unconsciously move away or step back from. It’s not a visible boundary that has lines or a structure. It is an energetic creation and one that we all have—a place where we are either comfortable or uncomfortable.
Put some boundaries on those negative thoughts -
You have between 70,000 to 90,000 thoughts a day. You can decide what boundaries you want about your thoughts. Whether or not to accept and act on negative thoughts or change those thoughts to a positive thought. Putting boundaries on your thoughts gives you the power to dismiss, have curiosity or create further learning. To observe and understand the thoughts or just let them pass by.
Boundaries about what you hear and decide what to watch: News typically offers mainly negative stories. Movies, TV shows, and advertising can influence what you think, how you act or react and what you eat. They may influence your choices in life and skew your perception of reality.
Boundaries on how we judge people, places or experiences -
When we judge, we miss the lesson(s). Judgement is based on limiting or old beliefs. When you are open with curiosity, you learn and become educated in ways that are not possible when in judgement. Your perception changes, you change, and life becomes a platform of learning.
Boundaries of loving or sharing love based on your expectations only give you a narrow understanding of possibilities. Loving unconditionally offers you the opportunity to create and embrace limitless possibilities.
When you shut out, ignore or refuse to listen to other people’s opinions, you have put boundaries on your mind. You shut down the opportunity to learn and change your perception. This is where you begin to understand and experience things differently.
Be aware of the boundaries you put on your speech -
It’s ok to speak from your heart, assuring what’s in your heart is pureness and love. Be aware of the power of your words, the tone and your intention behind your words. Speak with respect and discernment. Be mindful of what others may not understand. When you stop yourself from speaking your truth, you will develop a lump in your throat and may also experience a sore throat.
Wear whatever speaks to you. Choose clothes that make you feel good and look good. Be inspired to put on those funky pants and add colour just for fun. Be you, your authentic self. Don’t let other people’s beliefs or opinions about “themselves” influence your choices. You do know what feels right on your body. Just do it and have fun! For within that, you will find freedom.
We all have different perceptions that are based on life experiences. When we take those chains off our minds, we become curious and learn to understand other people’s choices. It peels away the judgement, the anger, misunderstandings and preconceived notions. It gives us clarity of ourselves, others and helps us understand differences.
Our thoughts change, our life changes, and we become more peaceful human beings. Our coping strategies are based on love, compassion and acceptance of ourselves and others.