Ground Yourself

Buddha - “Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.”

The Challenge: Sometimes, we believe our lives are overwhelming and complicated.

The Remedy: Simplify your life by practising presence and gratitude. Rediscover inner peace and joy.

Let's begin with a simple question:

Would you build a house without securing a foundation?

The unanimous answer would be "definitely not" because you'd know the house would begin to buckle under the pressure as it lacked the necessary support.

Apply this perspective to human beings. We're often expected to prioritise superficial, self-identifiable labels such as gender, age, home address, job title, social status, etc. As a result, our inherent selves are de-prioritised (hidden), explaining our sometimes inauthentic actions.

Can we honestly say that our daily priorities are in order?

May the below steps help inspire your grounding practices:

Be secure with who you are

This is the age-old, 'Who am I?' question.

This profound question continues to stump many of us when attempting to form an answer.

Discover what makes you tick:

1. What has helped shape you into who you are today?

2. Process and apply life's lessons.

3. Would you ever compromise?

4. How would you define a complementary romantic, career, or other relationship?

Understand your core values

Identify and reinforce your values to enhance your regular grounding practices:

1. Are you kind, joyful, patient, understanding, honest, resilient, resourceful, respectful, humble, compassionate, empathetic, etc?

2. Release that which no longer serves such as pride and/or pettiness. Choose forgiveness instead.

Establish your Support Framework

Familiarise yourself with your adulthood toolset, also known as 'your lifeline'.

Turn to this custom toolset to help process and heal from past hurtful experiences and work to maintain peace within.

The only certainty in life is that there'll be constant and sometimes unexpected ups and downs, beyond our control.

It's about how we choose to overcome these challenges that will continue to shape and strengthen who we are at our core.

Aim to be in control of your emotions.

1. When mistakes happen, and they will, don't be too hard on yourself.

2. Show yourself compassion, you're human, after all.

Rinse and Repeat

1. Mindfulness practices are an ongoing and required part of life. While it's easy to get lost in unhealthy distractions, love yourself enough to ensure you remain a priority in your life.

   1. Download the Free Labelless Priority Planner on the Self-Awareness or Self-Love Pages.

This world needs your wisdom, grounded in peace, gratitude, and joy.

You’ll always have our support to live authentically.

Stick to your values and lead a life grounded in peace and harmony.

Be kind to yourself. Trust yourself.

In extreme instances where your physical freedom has been stolen and you happen to be reading this blog or know of someone who needs to hear this, the message is clear, "Do not give up, you are brave and capable!"

Should the opportunity arise, reach out to local support groups for professional support and safe next steps.

Disclaimer

Each blog piece has been written from a personal perspective, based on experience. We encourage you to share your experience and perspective at contact@labelless.online.