Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Nourishing the Heart



There are many things that we learn in a lifetime—how to walk, how to kiss, how to get a job, how to get married, how to get divorced…all of these very practical things that bring us the experience of life.  We chat with friends, we go to parties, we eat, we just live life the way everyone else has shown us to.  

But there are points when waves of pain, fear, sadness, mental instability, all takeover. And there aren’t any roadmaps or online tools one can use to cope.  I believe we all go through these experiences, depending on our backgrounds, circumstances and stress in our lives.  For me, I’ve come to realize that what it’s really saying is our souls are undernourished…because we are just like plants and flowers – we are meant to grow and blossom, but we need the right nutrients, soil and care that we give the tender shoots in our garden.  

So what does it mean to nourish the heart? To nourish the emotions? 

Well, first of all, it means becoming aware of how depleted and undernourished one is, calling forth a need from the universe.  Then to listen to what is missing. 

Is it quiet time? Is it time in nature? Is it emotionally supportive and encouraging friendships? Is it a need to do art and writing? Is it needing to grieve something that has been lost? Do you need a support group?

Our hearts are fragile and they are very tender. We live in a harsh world, one where there is very little guidance on seeing ourselves as sentient beings who deserve nurturing, comfort, affection, attention, and being in tune with oneself.  It is very important that you take the time to fill yourself up with that invisible yet important thing called love. Otherwise life becomes brittle, and it can lead one onto a path of burnout.

If you need support and a nurturing space, please consider booking a session with Heather Embree of Blossoming Heart (www.blossomingheart.ca).  She provides soul coaching, energy healing and angelic guidance so you can experience a feeling of greater spiritual connection to your heart.

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