The importance of trying

I’m not saying influencers are harmful. Nevertheless, I’ve observed patterns that resulted from the influencer era that I find critical. Influencers are just manifestations of our subconscious beliefs, and they mirror or trigger them so perfectly. 1) You follow a trend thinking you’re cool. Your blogger posts the cream, the fancy bag? You want it too! They suggest you be cool or be someone! They often trigger our deepest subconscious patterns of not feeling lovable or needing something to be someone. However, it does not address whether the promoted brand operates sustainably or if the cream is genuinely beneficial for your health. Many creams have hormonal substances, which can even harm your health long-term. In the end, the influencer gets money for it. Even if they are lovable individuals, their actions are not solely driven by positive intentions or concern for your well-being. It’s profit. Your money is energy. You risk nurturing companies that destroy Earth. Is that you? Do you want to grow with your energy? Your energy is precious. Choose wisely where you invest your time and money. 2) You get so into a trend you forget your own dreams. You now think you need to follow each trend. But who says that’s your style? Some people do not only move further away from their dreams, but they also move further away from themselves. Who are you , deep down? They follow a crowd, and it stimulates our survival pattern. Belonging. The fear of being excluded. But that’s exactly the pattern: survival. It’s not thriving. Thriving means you act the way you want. It leaves cultural destruction. The blogger or influencer might post about the latest hotel cooperation in a fancy hotel in Bali or Costa Rica. People want to go there. The influencer got the money and has long departed, and the local culture is dealing with tourism influxes. Yes, they bring money to cultures. They can boost local economies, but let’s be honest. The intention to make a positive impact is not always the motivation behind this kind of tourism. It’s often selfish behavior. Now more tourists are coming. The destination is hyped. New hotels are being built, but is this development truly in the best interest of the community? And now you travel to a. Specific place because your influencer moves there? Isn't your intuition the one directing you there? Places hold energy. Intuitive travel can take you to places and activate you. Spark a memory. Touch your heart. If you consistently follow the path of the masses, you risk becoming just like them. You become exactly that. You become a follower of the crowd. Your mind becomes overstimulated. far away from the heart. Then we read in the news that more people struggle from mental illness and feeling lost—well, I’m not saying those are the only reasons, yet does it even surprise anyone? I’m not blaming the influencers; rather, I am critiquing our overall approach to life. 3) Obsession You now become so obsessed with following an influencer that you forget your life and dreams. Some may wake up checking what the influencer does. You focus on how the influencer lives, rather than taking a moment to appreciate yourself. It's important to check in with your own desires and dreams. You start feeling miserable seeing all those people chasing their dreams, but they do the opposite of you. They create. They don’t follow. A follower is a follower. A follower is not a creator. You can be inspired by someone but still choose for yourself what’s truly yours. Choose what truly resonates with your identity. The truth is you don’t need the bag or the cream to be cool or acceptable. It’s what society wants to suggest to you. Happiness and success are when you make as much money as possible and have fame and prestige. However, the true nature of happiness and success is often hidden behind closed doors. Some of the wealthiest people feel miserable deep inside. They portray their lives as perfect. But it’s far from that. They put on a smile for the camera. They often only reveal a grumpy face when the camera is off. I’ve experienced this by observing an influencer who acts that way. I’m not saying all influencers are like that. But let’s be honest: we’re all humans. We have good days and bad days. Back in the day, people went to church to follow or search for answers and follow certain beliefs. Today, it feels like people follow someone else to find something outside of themselves. Why? People have learned to trust someone else more than themselves. They look for happiness and answers outside of themselves. It takes only one day to realize that you cannot find happiness or answers on the outside. The lesson? Let yourself be inspired but don't forget to follow your own dreams. To create the life you want instead of simply following someone else's dream life. Feel free to share your thoughts and observations about it.

For people who've done lots of spiritual or abundance courses but still cannot attract abundance or their desired outcome.

I thought I was too quiet to live my dreams. I’ve always been more of an introvert. I had my moments where I could be outgoing, but that was not the standard. I was only comfortable being around people who made me feel safe. And that didn’t happen so often. Occasionally you meet those people who just make you feel like home, an instant feeling of familiarity. It was only then that I understood why I was often so shy and introverted. I didn’t feel safe. I didn’t feel safe to be myself; I felt scared of judgment. 1) Learn to feel safe within yourself. So I first had to feel safe within myself. I had to do a lot of inner work. That’s the first tip I can share with you if you suffer from shyness or social anxiety. Become safe within yourself first. Explore yourself first. 2) Learn to accept yourself. People’s judgments are often projections. Who says there’s something wrong with introverts? One of the deepest people I’ve come across so far was an introvert. However, in this society, those who are the loudest are often the most heard and seen. But the loudest ones aren’t always the ones with the greatest depths or personalities. It’s irrespective. There’s nothing wrong with being introverted. I’ve always thought I had to change. I thought I had to be different. I thought I had to become “louder.” Until years later, I realize I was constantly trying to fit in. I'm not here to win others' approval. It was the moment I had to learn to be myself. This meant accepting that I prefer to maintain my privacy and that I do not always open up to people quickly. However, I’m super sensitive; I help people if they need me. I learned to value the strength in being introverted. You perceive the world differently. Being deeper and feeling more is, quite frankly, a strength in and of itself. 3) Accept that you're not for everyone. I accepted that I'm not for everyone. It made such a big difference; if you stop trying to fit in or stop trying to be different, you can finally breathe. You realize there’s nothing wrong with you. Society has long made me believe there’s something wrong with me. But it was just a belief. I have come to understand that I do not need to associate with the most boisterous individuals in the class or at social gatherings unless a mutual connection exists between us. Sometimes a mix of introverts and extroverts makes outstanding connections and awesome teams. We often remind the extroverts to calm down, and the extroverts remind us to be more outgoing and share our opinions. But if someone finds me too quiet, too sensitive, too introverted, or too whatever, I no longer care the same way I did years back. I remind myself that I don't need to fit in, and it's okay if I'm not here for everyone. You know what? That’s a form of liberation. Realizing that you don't have to constantly work on yourself or strive to be different is a liberating realization. But just accept that you’re different. You can still improve and move through your fears, but at least you now feel less driven to be different or strive to be someone you're not. And then something magical happened in my life when I more and more accepted who I was. New dreams appeared. New opportunities. For example, I love writing. On some days I almost prefer writing to speaking, something only introverted writers may fully understand. I’m simply tired of listening to people’s drama, bullshit, and stress. The loud noise gets to me. On some days it’s all too much for me. And so I started living my passion and dream by writing books, among other things. What’s the lesson? 1) You don’t have to change. Occasionally you just need to accept who you are. That doesn’t mean you can’t improve, though. 2) You can live your dreams as an introvert. There will be opportunities. Introverts often have a powerful connection to their intuition. They often have the ability to tune in to their inner voice. They sense if something is off. It’s often overshadowed by fear, self-doubt, etc. If you are feeling curious and wish to pursue your dreams or follow the whisper of your soul, and if you need further inspiration or guidance on how to get started, I am happy to share more insights about my journey from the corporate world to writing books and living my passion, which has brought me greater joy, happiness, and a sense of purpose despite my introverted nature. I summarized those tips and journal prompts in my masterclass. Yes, I had to bring myself out of the comfort zone more than once. But still, I could be myself. And so far I discovered new aspects about myself. The safer I feel within myself, the more I can open up as I care less and less what people think of me. That’s the beauty of inner work. You explore new facets and characteristics about yourself you didn’t know you had. That’s a testament to the inner growth when we start accepting ourselves and dare to meet ourselves at a deeper level and greater depths.

A couple of years ago, my mother and I were in a hotel in Mallorca in Spain. There was an Argentinian waiter. We asked him, "What brings you to Mallorca?" “He said work! Look, I work in paradise,” pointing his hand to the sea… and the beautiful location he was working in. A stunning terrace surrounded by trees. He said in winter he’s in Egypt; in summer, in Spain. Back then I was in the corporate world, and for the first time I dared to see things from a different perspective. This waiter was so relaxed. Calm. Peaceful. We had to wait a bit longer. However, he reminded me that living in paradise doesn’t always mean doing things fast or being stressed. So many people complain about being stressed these days, but that man reminded me how stress is caused by ourselves, and it doesn’t vanish unless we choose to slow down. That’s what he sought to remind me of in that holiday: to slow down. Even if things don't move as quickly, it's important to slow down. The night turned out to be full of pleasant conversations with my mum, surrounded by a calm atmosphere, big palms, overlooking the calm Mediterranean Sea on a lousy summer night. We ordered a second glass of white wine (at that time, I was still consuming wine). Then the laughter and conversations rolled between my mother and me. The food was delicious. Sooner than later, we didn’t even realize how fast our second glass of wine was empty. (It must have evaporated. 🙃😉😅) Then the Argentinian waiter passed by and, seeing our empty glasses, apologized, “Ohh, you didn’t get the second glass of wine yet?” We were somewhat amused and replied, "Erm, no, it’s already the second glass that’s empty.” He asked, “Do you want another one?” And for a moment my mum and I looked at each other, “3rd glass of white wine??” The doubt kicked in. The hesitation. It was the "good girl, behave" syndrome that took hold. We were expressing our concerns about whether it was appropriate to have a third glass of wine. In that moment he went like, “Why not????” with a charming if not cheezy smile. In that moment, that sentence changed everything. Yeah, indeed. “Why not???” Why behave? Why try to be good’? Why doubt so much? Why not allow yourself the pleasure or do what feels good now? Regardless of the circumstances, it's important to embrace the moment. We decided to order a third glass of white wine. When it came, my mother and I cheered to it; we cheered to life. And we both looked at each other, clinking our glasses, saying simultaneously, “Yeah, why not?” which had both of us giggling. This event took place a couple of years ago. I still think of this waiter whenever I’m doubtful. Just recently I passed down an ice cream parlor, and I went like, “Shall I get an ice cream?” Then I thought of his sentence, “Why not?” And it instantly put a smile on my face. Occasionally my mum and I still joke about it! “Why not?” It became our sentence to simply allow pleasure whenever we’re doubtful or simply not allowing ourselves some pleasure in daily life. So next time you’re doubtful whether you can really treat yourself to something, ask yourself, “Why not?” lol Then just do it. Order a glass of wine. Get the ice cream. Go for that visit. Here’s where the fun begins. And in our case… the warm, cozy positive vibe continued that night. Today I was passing by a store in Bali, saying, “Why not?” I got the impulse to write about it, and for a moment I was hesitant. Does anyone want to read this? Is that not too cheesy to share? And that sentence, "Why not?" popped up and reminded me to do so! If the impulse is there, then why not act on it? It's important to act before doubts begin to creep in. And for some of you, that sentence could help you too! It certainly proved beneficial to me. It clearly showed me how we constantly remind each other what’s truly important in life. So, this is the reminder today to make the most out of every moment. If you’re doubting whether you can achieve your dreams or treat yourself, ask yourself: “Why not?”

What is the higher self? It's the aspect of ourselves that is whole, complete and the version of ourselves that already lives what we crave for deep within. It can be the version of you living your heart's desires and your most abundant timeline already. Everyone might perceive the higher self a little differently and that's completely normal. What are some of the main advantages of working with the higher self? Guidance on your life path and with important life decisions You can receive your own intuitive guidance on the next step, on your life's purpose, on important life decisions. While there are no right or wrong decisions, there might be choices that serve us more than others. Those choices result in a greater amount of joy and connection. More connection A lot of people feel very disconnected from themselves. That can show up in various behaviours. E.g. we always search the answer on the outside. While a mentor or reading can help you receive guidance, it's important to always listen to your own intuition and perceive your own inner feeling. Accurate guidance Let's be honest. Sometimes, other people's opinions, influences and emotions don't always serve us, even if they're not meant to be against us. Our higher selves is us, in a different vibration, it can guide you with accuracy that no one else out there can. You can always trust it. However, it might be necessary to calm the mind first before listening to the higher self. Want to learn more how to create the life of your higher self and become the best version of yourself living your dreams? Jump into my Masterclass where I'll show you step by step how you can embody your higher self.

Maybe you’ve experienced it yourself. As a kid, you’re told to behave. What shall others think of you? In your teenage years, you’re supposed to choose a good job. You got to look good on the outside, right? By your 30s, you're supposed to have 2 kids, a dog, and a house. That’s often portrayed as the ideal family image. Or it's simply your mother's dream for you or what society expects you to do. Otherwise, people frequently ask, What's wrong with her/him? But what about your deep inner heart's desires? It’s reached a level where many people are just busy living up to other people’s expectations and fitting into an ideal image. Society is suggesting to us, “This makes you happy. The truth I came to understand is that there is no general satisfaction recipe, even if society wants you to believe it. Now let’s look a bit deeper. Why are we often so concerned about fitting into society, trying to fulfill certain expectations? One of the reasons could be because we’re social animals. We’re social creatures. Most of us fear being excluded. We fear being ridiculed. We fear being treated like an outsider. It’s not actually that we are an outsider or that we are a failure. It’s rather the feeling or the odd looks people may give us. It’s a feeling that can leave you feeling like you’re not okay. We’re not fearing the condition as much as we’re scared of the feeling. Let’s say you’ve failed. Well, the condition is not ideal, but the feeling it leaves you with. The feeling of feeling like a failure, for example. But let’s put things into perspective. In the old days, many people didn’t have much choice. They more or less had to behave. They had to do things like they were told to do. Yet, what about our inner desires and dreams? What do we intend to do with our lives in terms of career, family, etc.? For example, in your 20s or 30s, many people may assume you will start a family. There can be nagging questions from others that can make you believe that you need a child now. But deep in your heart, you don’t really feel like having a child. What happens? You’re making society proud or your mother proud, but deep down within you something doesn’t feel right. And of course, there might be highs. There might be moments of pure joy and so people tell themselves to not make such a big fuss out of it, but what many don’t realize is there’s an increasing void deep within, often very much silenced in the background. Why? Because deep down you’re not living your own deepest dreams, you’re adhering to society's standards, living to someone else’s happiness formula, or trying to fit in or even pretending to look happy. There is such a strive for happiness in this society that most feel disappointed when they just can’t feel happy. Now, what does happiness truly mean? It’s individual. For some, it’s a dream to have 2 kids and a dog. For others, this idea alone would sound like a pure nightmare. They love the freedom. For some, it’s a dream to live in a cottage in Norway far away from the crowds. For others, this idea alone would scare them. They love the big city life of New York. For some, it’s a dream to make progress in their career in the corporate world. For others, this idea alone would be a nightmare. They enjoy their creativity and their freedom to work whenever they want. And you know what? It’s all okay. There is no right or wrong. It’s a preference. However, the challenging part? We often judge and are judged for our choices. You don't have to live up to anyone's standards or expectations. And why? There isn’t a one-size-fits-all happiness formula. This is a trap. I call it the trap of fitting into society. You’re not here to fit into society. But… you’re not here to fit into society. You’re here to discover more of your true self. Be more of who you truly are, not who someone else expects you to be. If you currently feel you’re out of place or you don’t fit into society’s image or expectation, don’t worry. Most people who might not agree with you or give you odd looks are often trapped in their limitations. It's often not because they are bad, but rather because they don’t know it any other way. For them, that’s how you shall live life. Often, there is a general assumption to get a job, get married, and get kids. But the rising number of cases of depression, burnout, and fatigue is alarming. The reasons might stem from something deeper that we may have often ignored. There's often the constant need to fit into society instead of being yourself. And then there may be your insecurities. E.g., if you choose or don’t feel like having children, will you regret that decision one day? What if you’re alone when you’re old? If you go self-employed, will it all work out? If you dare to move to a different apartment that doesn’t excite you, will you be happy in the new one and find new friends? Those are all valid reasons to consider. No one else can decide that for you. However, this is your life. You should live it to your expectations. All that matters is what you feel like doing. It's not important what another one thinks is best for you. And in society we see the consequences of that. Being in a job that another one expects you to be in can more and more result in burn out or depression than doing something you truly love. We’re observing more and more “difficult children.” At least that was what I heard from several teachers. Children have changed. And let’s be honest. If parents don’t have time to care for them or feed them healthy food, how shall they develop well? When we don’t take the devotion to care for their mental and emotional development, how shall children learn it? Many young people don’t always have the mental and emotional clarity to navigate the daily challenges with ease. I mean, it’s tough, so how shall they even teach someone else about it? Yet, there is no right or wrong. It’s simply an observation. Then there's guilt, regret, and all sorts of emotions, which often come down to one main root cause. Many people don't live up to their expectations. They don't allow themselves to live their dreams or on their terms. It’s so subconscious that you often might not even realize it at first. Yet, it can one day have an impact on your satisfaction levels. You could say, in the early days, people lived like that, too? Yes, totally. But times are changing. There is a different kind of life today. We’re faced with different challenges. And so we can dare to change. We can dare to re-evaluate some of our choices, and each time we’re about to make a decision, we can ask ourselves the simple, yet tough question: Is this my dream? Is this what I really want deep in my heart, or did I pick up that dream, expectation, or desire from society? It can prevent you from a lot of heartbreak. It can hinder you from feeling drained and empty later in life. The more you live in alignment with who you are, the more balance you will most likely experience. Balance is not necessarily when outside conditions are perfect, but when you feel at ease with who you are. And the belief a child could make you happy, or a new job could increase your satisfaction, often leaves many people drained along the way. Happiness means you feel aligned to yourself. Happiness is an internal state of being that has nothing to do with someone else to start with. Believing something on the outside can make you happy often leaves us trapped years later when we realize, “Shit, why do we still not feel happy? Why does happiness not last?” And then we have to become aware that this life is not just about happiness. It’s about growth. Every challenge shapes us. They bring out the best and sometimes the worst in us, which both speak for growth. It’s often our judgment that makes it challenging. So that’s a reminder to connect with yourself more. And most importantly, let’s not judge other people so much. Let each person choose for themselves. We are only ever responsible for our lives, not for the life of another. That’s their business. And for the ones who feel they don’t fit in, don’t worry. There is nothing wrong with you. You are always in the right place at the right time. Dare to live on your terms. That’s the biggest gift you can give yourself and the world, even if others won’t agree with you. They don’t have to. You have to agree with yourself because there can be nothing more dissatisfying deep down than living to another one’s expectation or dreams. There can be nothing more courageous and satisfying in this society than daring to live on your terms.

It’s not hard per se. But what makes it challenging is how many limitations in any shape or form often arise in your journey. How many crossroads you come across, How often, just when you think you’ve figured something out, does a new portal, like a new door or sometimes a new dimension, open up, and it feels like you know nothing so far? Yet, it all serves a greater purpose. I call it the game of life. Because in the end it’s a game. Even the state of ‘forgetfulness’ is a game. Even the state of ‘frustration’ is a game. And yet, it appears real. While you play chess, you could say it’s a game, but while you play, the game is real. So it is with life. And so here are a couple of reasons why the spiritual journey often feels lonely. In my perspective, souls choose to have an individualized experience to experience greater levels of who they are. They know they are one all together, but they experience the idea of separation to really know what oneness feels like. They choose an individualized experience to have different energy experiences to learn, remember, grow, and evolve. In other words, they embark on the game voluntarily, and they forget voluntarily. It’s part of their mission. Now when w e embark on a deep level of forgetfulness, there comes a time we shed layer for layer to erase that, which brings confusion. Not necessarily to the soul who knows how to navigate this, but to the human mind. It’s completely new. The mind has no idea what’s going on. And we often react with confusion, worry, and even fear. This is a normal process, but there comes a time when we’re so deeply frustrated we look out for help. Which is quite normal, and getting a spiritual mentor can help navigate the ups and downs. It can help the process of remembrance more and more. However, sometimes we call out for help out of desperation. We may sometimes think no one out there gets us. And this is just a reminder that you’re always your own healer, teacher, and consoler. You came here with a mission. To forget and to remember again. You came here as an individualized soul that is so powerful it can transcend universes. Your own universe. So never underestimate your own power. Never give your power away. Never think another one, even a master, is more powerful than you. Because they are not. And that’s what they kept teaching us. "What I can do, you can do and more," one of them was supposed to say. So if you’re going through a phase that feels lonely and dark, remember it’s just your own distortions. You are always connected. Always held. Always one with all that is. When you’re lonely, sometimes the best thing to do is ask your spirit guides and call for help. Those beings are there for you; they are with you in each moment. They can assist you in ways that sometimes an external mentor can’t help you. Not because mentors are bad. But we all go through our own individual journey, and this earth and human life can sometimes bring certain limitations and challenges for many of us. Not that the earth is limited, but most of us are all growing. That’s what I do. I connect internally. That’s what I call 'intuition.' The benefit? There’s no jealousy, no comparison, no shame, and no challenge too big. They’re your biggest supporters. And best of all, their help is for free. Light beings don’t even expect money or a thank you. Their guidance is so accurate that it blows your mind. Their love is so overwhelming that it purifies your heart. Their support is so almighty that it leaves your mind eventually calmed down. It’s nourishing. Nurturing. Loving. These beings are just waiting for you to connect with them. They don’t intervene. Why? Because there’s free will. And they respect your free will. Imagine we play chess. You play a character, and you feel miserable. Your mother or sister wouldn’t intervene in the game unless you asked her. Then she can have a look and go like, “Turn right.” Not from a place of desperation or that you can make mistakes. But as a recommendation on how to navigate this game with more ease. Someone with a broad perspective can see things with more objectivity. And that’s what you can do too when you feel lonely and dark. See your life like a game. With more objectivity. Observe your character called human. And then choose anew how you wish to continue. With fear or with love? With shame or with confidence? With gratitude or with hate? That’s a choice no one can take away from you. Because you play. Not because you have to but because you choose to. And if some days feel dark and frustrating, it can be part of human life. Because let’s be honest. Imagine we all had it figured out in a game after one round; what would be the sense of playing? It would be boring. So your limitations keep up the game in a way. And when you’re tired, you can give up further limitations. Step by step. Then it will feel more like someone taking off the eye blinders. You wake up more and more to your true nature that you are: an unlimited divine being in a temporary human experience. That’s what I want to help people with. Not tell them what to do, but help them reconnect with themselves, with their own intuition, remember a bit deeper what this life is all about, and activate your own self-healing or teaching powers.

Have you noticed how fast this time runs? How fast a week passes by. How fast a month passes by. How fast a year passes by. There’s a famous saying that goes “The days are long but the years are short.” It makes me become melancholic. Melancholic enough to re-evaluate what I focus my energy on and my time with. Melancholic enough to be more selective. Too often, we simply live day by day unconsciously. We get up, go to work, go home, eat, and go to bed. A lot are repeating this pattern day by day. There is nothing wrong with it as long as it makes you feel good. But more and more people realize that this feels more like a hamster wheel. A hamster wheel of habit, boredom and sometimes fatigue. There’s a longing. A longing for more freedom. A longing to spend time with what we really love. Again, there’s often the next question people ask themselves. “What do I really love?” A lot of people were conditioned to believe they have to choose a stable job in an office. A lot of people were conditioned to believe they have to adapt and behave. A lot of people were conditioned to believe they are limited. But is this really true or is this merely a belief? Anyway, as I’m sitting here in Bali, enjoying a moment by the beach and trying to slow down, I realize even more how precious this moment is. To just be here. To just sit. To just have a quiet moment with yourself. Not having to do anything. Not having to achieve anything. Not having to prove anything. Not having to acquire anything. Just be in this moment. And I realize it’s enough. We sometimes make life incredibly complicated. We overcomplicate things. We overanalyze. W overthink. It brings us out of the natural flow. In this world that is full of stimulation, competition and trying to overachieve, it’s paramount to slow down. To evaluate what is really important. To ask ourselves: Is this really me? Because this life is not forever. One day we may be full of regret having spent years with overanalysing, overthinking or even competing. Here in this quiet moment I realize, there’s nothing to analyze. Nothing to think about. Nothing to compete with. When you observe the ocean, you can learn a lot from the waves. The waves just go with the flow. They rise and they fall so naturally they don’t even have to think or try hard. Nor compete with other waves. They are simply an expression of the ocean. Not more and not less. They are not separate from the other waves, merely a different expression. One wave is not better than the other, as in the end, they’re all just water. Could it be the same for us humans? In the end, we’re all just energy. Having a human experience. Spending moment by moment which someone once called time. What is time anyway? Some argue time doesn’t even exist. Who knows. May each one define time in their own way. The most important question, however, is, what do you spend your time on?

This world makes you believe it’s not ok not to be ok. It makes you believe you always have to try and be positive and happy. And yes, of course, positive thoughts create positive outcomes. However, sometimes it’s ok not to be ok. It’s ok to feel unwell. It’s ok to feel sad. It’s ok to feel angry. This is part of the human experience. Allow yourself to experience the human life in its full spectrum without judging the highs nor the lows. The more we embrace all of this, the more we ride the different waves with more ease. Especially today, more and more people are interested in personal development, mindset and spirituality, yet there’s an increasing misconception. Spirituality doesn’t mean you have to feel happy all the time. It means embracing your shadows as well. As the word implies, shadows often bring deep emotions to the surface. Emotions we usually don’t want to deal with. Topics we usually don’t want to look at. However, those uncomfortable emotions and topics are part of our growth. That’s why next time you feel bad for feeling bad, don’t. Allow it. Know there’s nothing wrong with you. It’s part of the human experience and the growth process. There’s an even greater benefit to it. Just like after the rain, the air is so much fresher. The grass is so much greener. The same applies to our life. After a low, it feels so much lighter. So much fresher. Our mind is so much clearer. But only when we dare to feel it all instead of escaping or hiding our true feelings while trying to pretend to feel happy all the time. If you try to feel happy while suppressing your true feelings, you remain on the surface level. The more growth and potential we want to activate, the deeper we have to heal and feel. Sometimes before we can see the sun, we’ll have to move through the rain. Just like when you’re on an airplane. Sounds a little cliché, but it's so true. So remember. It’s ok not to feel ok at times.