Oh Navi, I love your twinkle and how you are adventurous and brave.
Excuse the geek-digressions.
No Talk
Just for today, try to let go of the telling.
Greet, then listen.
Don’t advise… don’t decide
Don’t defend, don’t reply.
Keep it shut.
And listen.
It’s difficult at first.
Challenges, changes
feels like self hurts.
Give it a trial,
loved ones feel heard.
Given a break from speaking your mind
To listen.
The-Dalai-Momma.com, Artwork by Alexis Scarbrough, song written by Alexis Scarbrough
I can promise, if you try this for one single day, you will shock your loved ones and realize what tolerating and acceptance feel like and you may also find out what it feels like to be spoken to like you speak. Or, if you live in an abusive home, find a comfortable place to practice this, with the one(s) you can feel safe with. This is a step forward into evolution. Quiet, say not a word, just listen. (remember: when it hurts because you’re challenged, it’s growth)
Put the machine on Mute today, and if we fail, learn and restart (so far I’ve made it 15 hours (overnight included) haha!), a new 24 hours beginning …NOW!
May you be well.
~Alexis, Dalai Momma