The common link between each of the above circumstances is the element of fear; the inability to accept we have no control over the outcome, the fear we may not be needed, desired or wanted, or the guilt of letting someone down, even if it means draining our own reserves. Perhaps most of all, there is an anxiety we could be left not knowing who we are or what we want if take a step back from our lifestyle and shred the habits or thoughts we intuitionally know are harmful.

Letting go and taking a step forward is as theoretically easy as Helen Keller describes it to be; recognising when one door closes, another opens. The practical hell in the hallway comes from staring at that closed door for too long, without seeing the other door, or doors, opening around you.

There are breathing exercises we do in yoga called Pranayama Breathing. I’d like to share an exercise with you and encourage you to apply what you learn through breathing to situations, circumstances or people you want to let go of. You can learn a lot about life by paying attention to your breathing.

Right now, take a deep breath in and hold it. Hold it. Keep holding it. Feel the increasing discomfort that build as you resist the natural impulse to let go. When it becomes too uncomfortable release your breath and notice the immediate relief that you feel. Holding onto anything when it is time to let creates distress in your body and mind. Now take a breath, exhale, fully empty your lungs and hold your breath.

Become aware of the increasing discomfort that develops when you resist something from entering your life that you are meant to accept. Notice the relief that y feel as you take your next breath.

Perhaps it is time to take a breath, make a U-Turn and start walking towards and through that new door. We’ve all done it at least once in our life, and we know how good it feels to move on and welcome something new into our life.

Have a beautiful day,
Namaste
Rachel x

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