Have you ever
had a time when you were afraid to say something to someone, but leaving it
left unsaid felt like it was eating you up inside? I know I have. And when
finally the words came out—even though extremely difficult and painful to say—the
air (and the burden on my shoulders) felt lighter. Yes, the truth can sometimes
sting, but the pain of this is less intense than the pain of keeping emotions
buried.
Got something to
say? Take a deep breath, and…
With Love.
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From Over There: weekly focus 7.26.15
Speaking truth from a heart-centered focus
is the most profound way you can communicate with others. If it is a difficult
subject to convey, and you know in your heart it needs to be expressed, you
must do this for your andå the receiver's highest well-being.
Keeping a truth left unspoken creates
discord that can lead to physical pain, resentment and low self-worth for the
messenger, and a missed opportunity to learn and grow for the receiver.
Speaking your truth, with compassion, is a way to reclaim your power and be
empowered.
Taking an active role in speaking your truth
will also help you attract individuals who are interested in doing the same. It
opens the possibility for you to hear things that may be difficult or
challenging, but with that, an opportunity to grow.
When you communicate in this way, free of
manipulation or conditions, you attract into your life fewer who wish to
manipulate you. The more you choose truthful communication, the more empowered
you are and able to receive important lessons when they are presented to you -
and the more self-confident you become.
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Until next time...
