This morning I was identified with egocentric karmic conditioning/self-hate. I was in a story of not-enough, I can’t, and I’m afraid.

Then I saw on my calendar “write R/L blog.” I froze. On top of being identified there is a whole other story around “I can’t write blogs.” But because I have an R/L practice, I decided to Record and Listen. 

I picked up the recorder to do the two-handed exercise.  But the only person talking and listening was the part of me that was identified with the “I can’t” story. Then a miracle happened. When the recording stopped, it moved on to the next recording, which happened to be an “I Love You” recording.

I listened. I could feel an opening.  Then the next recording.  I listened and could feel the body relax. Then the next recording. I had two “I Love You” recordings and one “I’ve got you” recording (I try to name my recordings).  One after the other they played. 

I listened and let myself receive the love that was being offered.  I basked in five whole minutes of love and support!  The energy began to shift and I could feel myself being guided into the light room. Then I listened again!  Ahhhh … thank you!

Takeaways:

• The power of having a Recording and Listening practice (and lots of recordings) held me at a time when I was so identified and needed it most.
• Willingness to show up is key.
• Willingness to receive transforms me over and over again.
• Making recordings when I’m centered (or close to center), lit up, celebrating, having fun, is an essential part of a Recording and Listening practice.
• I must be willing to show up and take the action needed to support the human who needs it.
• Listen to “I Love You” recordings!
• I can trust Practice!

Gassho

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