Hi Vishen! First of all, I want to thank you for offering the 7 Sacred States Challenge! It has been quintessential in not only helping me to find my peace of mind again, but also allowing me to find the courage to make the necessary life changes which will finally allow me to prioritize my own well being and start my journey of self love. I decided to join the challenge because I knew I would resonate with your teachings...as I always do. I have been dealing with many stressors in my life these last few years. I have felt completely trapped, and carrying a deep sense of emotional attachment (more like a trauma bond) which has caused a complete inability to focus on any of my personal goals. It's literally like I sabotage myself with this attachment issue in order to keep a mentally unstable and abusive husband as calm as I can. I actually experience a lot of cognitive dissonance regarding this whole situation, and feel so confused as to why I cannot simply break away completely. Without getting into too much boring detail...I will say that your 7 Sacred States Challenge was the breath of fresh air to my soul that I so desperately needed. I truly benefited from each day. Day 1 of KNOWINGNESS was a gentle reminder that the universe is taking care of me, I have nothing to worry about and I cannot forget that. Day 2 reminded me to keep my FAITH and not waiver when I'm feeling lost. Day 3 reminded me to continue to live my life from the standpoint of LOVING. This is so important because when we feel cheated and betrayed by those we love it actually feels heavy in our heart, builds up resentment and hate and affects us personally. The negative energy that I was carrying around was not only affecting me emotionally, but it was also blocking my positive energy to the point where I could actually feel the blockage. When I remembered that the person hurting me was, in essence, ME, and that I was experiencing this for a reason, I understood the lesson. I began to look at the whole situation differently. Day 4 of STILLNESS taught me that the quietude that can feed my anxiety when I'm off balance is actually there so that I can be in tune with my higher self. Then came Day 5 - DETACHMENT. This was the most important day of the challenge for me. Detachment is where my problems stem from. I learned I am not responsible for anyone else's healing. I am only responsible for my own healing. Others have their own journey, and I must detach and ALLOW them to travel their own path. Day 6 taught me to prioritize my DEVOTION towards my self, and stop sabotaging my own goals just to take care of others who do not value me or reciprocate. I fully expect to reach my goals now! Day 7 RECEIVING taught me that I have to be just as willing to receive as I've been to give. I DESERVE to RECIEVE, and I KNOW that the universe is here to give me everything I need on all levels, which will actually allow me give more to those who are in need in a variety of ways. I can no longer be afraid of letting go of what is not serving me. When I can completely close the door to what doesn't work, I will open the door to what does. The best is yet to come. I know this. I feel this. Thank you!
-- Kim
-- Kim