Season 2, Episode 2: From Fear to Freedom: How to Break Free from a Lifetime of Anxiety and Unlock Your Soul's Genius
Sep 05, 2024
Learn how to overcome a lifetime of anxiety and fear, and discover practical steps to unlock your soul's genius. Break free from fear-based living and embrace inner peace and presence.
Growing up, fear was the love language spoken in my household. It wasn't about fearing or worrying about my basic needs or my parents being met, but rather about participating in activities outside those four walls. Even seemingly natural activities, like walking to a friend's house, would become the subject of elaborate dissertations about all the potential dangers I might encounter. I could get hit by a car while crossing the street, be kidnapped by a stranger, or simply get lost. From a young age, I was unconsciously programmed to live in fear of everything and everyone, to believe that stepping beyond my front door meant stepping into danger. This constant fear was like a blockage in my soul grid, preventing me from living in my natural state of being and expressing my soul's genius.
I'm not saying ignorance is bliss; a healthy dose of awareness about your surroundings is essential. But living in constant fear is a thief of peace and presence. It's astonishing how often we receive fear-infused guidance, to the point where fear becomes our natural response to life's challenges. This fear-based way of living is like a dense energy in our soul grid, blocking us from our true potential and inner wisdom.
I thought I'd done much inner work to overcome the unconscious joylessness I carried within me until I met an unexpected teacher. My partner and I decided to get our boating licenses and needed to complete an on-water certification. I was prepared to feel anxious about being in charge of a vessel. As I was performing one of the test requirements, the captain said, "Relax, boating is meant to be fun and a place to feel free. Of course, you want to take it seriously, but you can't let your overthinking and fear outweigh the joy of it." Boom! That comment hit me like a wave. I asked him, "How do I relax, then?" He replied, "When you're relaxed, you can be present and respond to any dangers that might arise." At that moment, it was like watching a video montage of my life, seeing all the moments that could have been fun but that I chose to be uncomfortable and worry through it sit out because I didn't have the emotional and mental energy to invest. It was a sign that I needed to clear the fear blockage from my soul grid.
The Lesson: Shifting from Fear to Freedom and Unlocking Your Soul's Genius
The captain's words were a wake-up call. I realized I'd been letting fear hold me back for far too long. As a personal inner investigator, I asked myself how I could shift from this mindset and clear the blockages in my soul grid on a deeper level. Here are some lessons I've learned on my journey from fear to freedom:
- Awareness is the first step: You can't change what you're unaware of. Take time to reflect on when and where fear arises in your life. What triggers it? How does it make you feel and react? Notice how it blocks your soul grid and prevents you from being your true self.
- Challenge those fears: Often, our fears are rooted in worst-case scenarios or unlikely events. Challenge those fears by asking yourself if they're based on reality. What are the chances that the feared outcome will occur? As you challenge your fears, imagine clearing dense energy from your soul grid.
- Practice presence: Fear often lives in the future or past. I'd like you to practice returning your focus to the present moment. What do you see, hear, feel? Presence is a powerful antidote to fear.
- Cultivate self-compassion: Treat yourself with kindness, just as you would a close friend. Remind yourself that it's okay to feel fear and that you have the strength to navigate through it.
- Embrace joy and freedom: Allow yourself to experience joy and freedom in the moments you can. This could be as simple as taking a few deep breaths, going for a short walk, or doing something you love. As you embrace joy and freedom, you'll create space for your soul's genius to shine.
It's time to break free from fear-based living and unlock your soul's genius. You can clear the blockages in your soul grid and live a life of presence, joy, and freedom. You can start your journey today.
Keywords: fear, anxiety, soul's genius, inner work, presence, joylessness, fear-based living, soul grid, blockages, inner wisdom, freedom, self-reflection, challenging fears.
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Colleen St. Michaels is a renowned Intuitive Spiritual Teacher specializing in Intuitive Development. She is a coach, motivational speaker, author, and a pioneer in the Spiritual Healing community, often called the healer's healer. Colleen works with individuals and groups, teaching tools to help them reach their highest potential emotionally, spiritually, professionally, and physically.
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