1. Article by Lucia Giovannini -Letter to yourself in times of change
Innovation and change can feel exciting, but at the same time we are often uneasy when we do not clearly see the path before us.
The only certainty we have in life is change; we question a pre-existing situation, create a new order, go through a transformation process and evolve in our soul and spirit, ending relationships, changing work, leaving cities and others welcoming us.
When we are between an old situation and a new challenge, it is easy to get caught up in despair and impatience: yet, it is in these moments that we can work to feel encouraged and reassured.
Here is an example letter you can read to yourself, to remind you that the environment around you might be changing, but you will always be there for you. Or you can write your own letter, using any ideas from here, and any ideas you have of what you need to say to yourself.
Dear_______,
Sit and take a deep breath. All is well.
Change is in the air and I know you feel nervous and worried, but I say all is well.
There is nothing you need to worry about in advance. To live is to change. Day after day we change, even at this very moment, without being aware of it, we are changing. We are no longer the same.
Change is positive. Do you remember how curious you were when you were a child and how you launched yourself in new adventures? You were so small, and the world seemed so big and full of things to discover! You were excited by any new discovery and you fearlessly rushed into new experiences. You did not know exactly what to expect, but you were not holding back. That child is still there, take him/her by the hand and be guided by his/her instincts: there is nothing to fear.
Be patient. Growth is an evolution, not a revolution. When we are overwhelmed by impatience, we choose revolution: but revolution creates turmoil, agitation and then leads to destruction, rather than integration. The inner flowering is slow, as in nature. Think about it, it takes nine months to give birth to a wonderful new creature of the Universe.
Let things resolve by themselves, as it has always happened so far. Have faith in life, in the Universe, and its support that will never fail.
Even if you are unable to see the entire path before you, always be confident in the fact that it is already there for you, although you are still not ready to entirely go your way. The Universe is working for you, not against you.
Allow yourself the luxury of waiting, savor every moment. It is not a waste of time, but a time of preparation for something wonderful that is about to happen.
Smile at the world around you, at the people you meet, at the new experiences awaiting you. Smiling gives lightness to life and energy to your soul.
Your heart always knows what is most right for you. Follow it and you will get to your source of happiness.
An embrace of light,
Your Inner Self
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Lucia Giovaninni is the Heal Your Life Teacher Trainer for Italy, leader of transformational retreats, and a prolific writer and best selling author. She holds a Doctorate in Psychology, a Bachelor in PsychoAntropology and is an international affiliate of APA, American Psychological Association.
If you want to read her book A whole new life, you can download the first chapter for free here https://www.luciagiovannini.com/
