Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Surrender

















Life has a way of throwing us lessons, whether we are ready for them or not. I have had a ton of lessons over the last two years, but I think the biggest is surrender. Surrender is not easy for a person who always has clear goals, and all the little steps laid out to get there, but somehow when life brings us lessons it doesn't really care if something is easy or not. And so I have learned to lean into surrender, to embrace it with care, and to learn from it.

And what I have learned. Well, the biggest lesson is that the Universe always, and I mean always, has my back. I talked about the abundance in my life in my last post, and while I have done some work to welcome that abundance, a lot if it has made it's way into my life in ways I can't explain. Magical ways. People, and experiences have come into my life and left me in awe at the perfect timing, sharing with me what I need right in that moment.

That is a hard concept for a person, who feels like she seemingly has control over everything, to wrap her head around. But when the Universe keeps doing it, sending you what you need, when you need it, you accept what it has to offer, and you also learn the art of surrendering.

So, many times, more so in the last six months, I have learned to surrender. To let come to me what is intended to come, and to let go of things I thought I wanted, but didn't come to me. Now that is not to say I am not an active participant in my life. I still have dreams and goals, and every day I take another step or two towards those dreams, but I am also open to receiving the gifts of the Universe, to allowing the abundance it has to offer into my life, and to work with it instead of against it. And in doing so this new path, one I never intended to walk, is happy, bright, and full of unexpected blessings, all because I have gotten out of my own way, and surrendered.

How are you at surrendering? Do you get out of your own way and allow the Universe to share it's gifts with you?

12 comments:

  1. Hi Kim, it's so nice to see you back to blogging. I'm glad you had a good summer. Reece is getting so tall! I am not good at surrendering. I often feel that the Universe does not have my back at all, which I know is probably not true, but it's an old, ingrained sense. I am trying to be more flexible and to let it all flow into me more easily.

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    1. Thanks Jennifer, it feels good to be back, although I have no idea what that looks like yet :) He is growing like a weed, and eating me out of the house....it's crazy!

      I can understand that, it is a huge step of faith and trust to surrender, and it hasn't been easy for me. Circumstances made it a necessity, but that doesn't mean I haven't fought it all the way.

      Have a beautiful weekend.

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  2. Yes! That's a beautiful and inspiring post, Kim! Just what I needed at this time as well. Beautiful life you have, dear! <3

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  3. Well said my friend. I, like you, like to feel in control. Letting go of the reins has always been hard. But since becoming a mother, with all its unique challenges, I've learned to let go more often than I hang on. I find my life is left with more space for joy that way. It's not always easy, but pretty much the best decision every time. <3

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    1. Yes, true. I do think there is a lot of surrender that comes with motherhood, it would be such a tough ride if you didn't. And yes, so much more space for joy when you do. The surrender I have felt over the last six months or so is bigger, if that makes sense. A shift to really trusting that the bigger picture, or plan, and trusting that it will unfold as it should without me having to control every bit of that journey.

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  4. Hi Kim! Sometimes I find it easy to just surrender, some other times I think I have surrender but I can still feel some resistances. When you think about it seems easy but sometimes it is not. .. . Always grateful. ..
    Thanks lovely!

    Luisa xoxo

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    1. Yes, I totally feel that sometimes. Not ever easy, it takes trust and the willingness to let go of some of the control...it is challenging. Have a beautiful weekend. xo

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  5. oh my, beautiful post! I found that I surrendered by letting go of my adult daughter when she and her husband moved to CA (sniff!). To my delight, the universe (God for me) is having my daughter and son in law relocating to Delaware by the end of October. a three hour distance drive. I find myself jealous of friends whose adult children live five minute drive aways. But I stop myself and focus on what are my joys my blessings.

    comparing ourselves to others is the worst punishment we do to ourselves. Surrendering to acceptance well that is the key to contentment.

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    1. Thanks Karen! Oh yes, I can only imagine how hard that must have been....you would have had to lean in hard to surrender and trust.

      Oh wow, that is amazing!!! I am so happy for you, and for them. I know it is super close, but so much closer than CA.

      Your last words hit the nail on the head my friend. Have a lovely weekend.

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  6. this is beautiful kim! i think this was a message that i needed to hear myself. thank you!

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    1. Thank you Jenny. Happy to provide a little inspiration for you. xo

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