Reclaiming Your Power as an Observer

Some people are more aware of their processing than others. Depending on the stage in this journey, people suffering tend to respond in an assortment of ways. Some people lash out, some people self-medicate, some people are aware enough to explain, and some are even aware enough to prevent.

However, for the many who are not aware or do not want to be, their personal suffering may be so overwhelmingly blind that they begin to bring you down with them.

In these moments, step back.

You don't deserve that.

I've noticed that was one of my harder lessons this year. When the people you love, actively chose to perpetuate their own misery or refuse to face themselves, it hurts you too. I'm not saying don't try to help them, but know the ultimate truth, that only people who want to help themselves will accept help. Know when to take a step back, and reconcile with yourself.

You can love people fully and know they're not for you in this moment.

I know that can be painful, but it's true.

Especially in a year like this, expending that kind of energy to people who are taking advantage of it is a disservice to not only yourself, but to the people who don't misuse your energy.

You can instead turn that output inwards and find a little solace in yourself while actively fostering relationships that have proven worth fostering.

The world makes you want to believe that's not okay to do, but it is, trust me. In fact, it's actually by helping yourself that you help others.

You are worth that good energy, don't let anyone tell you differently.