Written by Rev. Diane Hageman |
There is little argument that we are living in challenging times. Women have long had the traditional role of caretakers, and as we have begun to move into our own power we are facing more and more challenges. For women, it is now more important than ever that we find within ourselves all of our true beauty and power. Now is the time for women to truly empower themselves, to let go of limiting beliefs, negative thoughts and fears.
Author Louise Hay states, ”when we as women learn to take care of ourselves in a positive way, to have self-respect and self-worth, life for all human beings, including men, will have taken a quantum leap in the right direction. There will be respect and love between the sexes and both men and women will honor each other. We will learn that there is plenty for everyone and that we can bless and prosper each other.“ We can create a world where it is safe for us to love each other, where we can all be happy and whole.
How do we, as women, start to create that world? The change begins with each of us. We make a conscious decision to allow our light to shine and embrace our feminine spirit. We decide to be in control of our life and own our power. As Melanie Tonia states, “every time we rely on someone or something outside of us to provide us with love, success or happiness, we hand our power over. As soon as they don’t provide it we are defeated. Ironically, when we decide to be loved, we easily attract the people, events and objects that supplement this state.”
Take time to explore and re-discover your own unique feminine spirit. Here are just a few ways you can do that.
1. Stop all negative self-talk. Too often we beat ourselves up over our perceived imperfections. Love and accept yourself. This isn’t to say we stop learning and growing, just give yourself permission to be who you are now.
2. Don’t compare yourself to others. You are you own unique beautiful woman. Release the need of anyone else’s approval. Do not let anyone else define who you are, this includes the media.
3. Be creative. Everyone does have a creative side; find how to express your own creativity. Creativity is a wonderful way to feel fulfilled and can also be a big help reducing daily stress.
4. Have quiet time for yourself every day. Even ten minutes of meditation or quiet time will make all the difference. Some deep breathing, relaxing and meditating will help energize and renew your spirit.
5. Have a strong spiritual connection to all of life. Exploring your own spiritual path and honoring all of life helps to enhance your relationship with your inner self. As your relationship with yourself grows and deepens so does your inner strength and peace of mind.
As women move forward toward self-empowerment, we need to remember there is a tremendous collective power. This means “Women in Support of Women.” We can do this with a commitment to support each other’s divine feminine spirit. We as mothers, daughters, sisters and friends can always remember and remind each other, especially when the world is feeling very unfriendly, of the beautiful goddess within each of us.
References:
1. Hay, Louise. Empowering Women – Every Woman’s Guide to Successful Living. Hay House, 1999.
2. Pearls of Wisdom – Awakening Personal & Global Consciousness – Empowering Women http://www.sapphyr.net/
For more info, contact Rev. Diane Hageman of Om Home at (775) 250-7756, specializing in metaphysical and meditation classes and workshops.
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