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Ever have those days where you are running around, going at what feels like 90mph? Getting things done, processing current events, managing your personal life, families, work, healing, and all of the things in-between?\u00a0 Don’t worry, you\u2019re not alone. We live in a society where \u201chustling\u201d is normal and even romanticized. There isn\u2019t anything inherently wrong with leading a busy life, in fact it often feels really good to perform at a high level and experience that sense of accomplishment. Hang with me for a bit though, because it gets deeper.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The world is changing and changing fast! The polarization in politics, the movement for equality, and the fear of a global pandemic is impacting every one of our lives. It\u2019s an intense time, full of questions, introspection, communication, and taking responsibility for our own beliefs, opinions, bias\u2019s, and behaviors. It\u2019s totally normal to feel a little discombobulated and it\u2019s my intention to share why slowing down and tuning in is now more important than ever.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tuning in is the intentional practice of acknowledging your own inner workings, from physical sensations, emotions, thoughts, and pain. I know, it sounds scary but it\u2019s beautiful on the other side.\u00a0 By shifting your awareness to your inner world you are giving yourself the gift of your own presence. All it takes is a pause from routine, turning your attention inward, breathing, and listening. Honestly, when\u2019s the last time you stopped in reverence of yourself?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n No one \u201cneeds\u201d to tune in, it\u2019s a choice! Simply making the choice to tune in is empowering because you are telling your subconscious and your heart, \u201cI\u2019m here, I\u2019m listening\u201d. This is important because it\u2019s often too normal to experience neglect, abandonment, judgement, shame, and rejection throughout our lives but we rarely acknowledge how much we inflict these things onto ourselves. By beginning the practice of tuning in we immediately extend compassion to ourselves and the parts that have been suppressed and oppressed get to have a sigh of relief and space to just be. It\u2019s the choice of raising your own consciousness and living with intention and purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n First, start by making the commitment to yourself that whatever comes up for you when you do tune in, that you practice relentless self compassion. We have to be willing to look at ourselves and acknowledge all parts of ourselves, not just the parts we like. It can feel uncomfortable and we are really good at being our own worst critics. So, make the commitment to be good to yourself!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Then, turn your focus inward. Ask yourself, \u201cHow do I feel?\u201d, \u201cWhat needs my attention?\u201d , \u201cWhat do I need physically, emotionally, spiritually?\u201d, allow your own stream of questions and answers to arise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Next, notice and note what comes up. It could be sadness, over analyzing, judgement, confusion, joy, appreciation, etc. You might realize you need to move your body more or eat healthier. You can find that you’ve been extra stressed lately. The point is, to just notice, unattached and without judgement. It\u2019s a practice, so be easy on yourself as you acknowledge what you stumble on while you sit and quietly reflect.<\/span><\/p>\n Journaling is a great way of sorting through anything that comes up as well and can often help to untangle any thoughts and\/or emotions that may feel mixed up. Writing everything out helps you see clearly, in black and white, pen to paper. It also helps to just write whatever comes up because more likely than not, once you clear space by writing any and every thought in your head, clarity comes in and the answers you already possess from within can be seen, felt, and heard.<\/span><\/p>\n Now that you have tuned in, it\u2019s your job to be responsible for what showed up. Acknowledge and honor yourself, feel your feelings, and own it. After you\u2019ve taken the time to just be, it becomes more clear what\u2019s serving you and what can be let go of. It\u2019s a process of moving through the feelings and nurturing yourself. Being this honest with yourself is an act of self love and healing so acknowledge your courage and let your intuition lead you to your next steps. You will be amazed at your own ability to resolve any misalignment within yourself. When you tune in, you begin to discover just how powerful you have always been.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ever have those days where you are running around, going at what feels like 90mph? Getting things done, processing current events, managing your personal life, families, work, healing, and all of the things in-between?\u00a0 Don’t worry, you\u2019re not alone. We live in a society where \u201chustling\u201d is normal and…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":1590,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[36,37,35,33,38,34,39,32],"yoast_head":"\nWhat does it even mean to \u201cTune In\u201d?<\/b><\/h2>\n
Why would anyone need to Tune In?<\/b><\/h2>\n
How do you Tune In?<\/b><\/h2>\n
Okay, I tuned in, now what?<\/b><\/h2>\n