This month’s Pink moon (or Paschal moon) has such a vibrant spiritual energy for freshness and new beginnings. There are lots of ways to harness this energy, but one way I believe that can truly benefit our emotional and mental health is to take a look at our boundaries.
*The following information about boundaries does not pertain to toxic relationships where there has been abuse or where you have felt unsafe.
It’s important to note, boundaries are not strict rules of engagement for the people in our lives. Boundaries are in fact a way for us to take care of ourselves. When talking about boundaries in relationships (friends, family, and even work), it’s more about what behavior you are willing to accept from other people or relationships. Basically, what level of bullshit are you willing to put up with? At the end of the day, we can’t control the choices or actions of those around us.
The relationships in our everyday lives have an impact on the energy that surrounds us. If we want to cultivate this energy of rebirth to clear enough space up in our minds so we can introduce fun and new things this moon, then we should assess how those relationships affect us.
Boundaries and relationships are complex, so instead of tackling the entire beast at once, let’s just do things one at a time. Take a moment and ask yourself two important questions.
Do my boundaries empower me to walk away or say no?
Have I clearly set my boundaries for myself and shared them with the person or people I am engaging with?
Applying this can be as simple as:
Saying no to a work meeting during your time off.
Canceling plans (let’s be honest, you don’t want to go anyway and just said yes because you don’t want to hurt their feelings).
Backing away from a political conversation with your father after you’ve pointed out you’re not feeling heard, but he keeps dominating the conversation.
Little wins like this can help keep your emotional gas tank full. When we don’t drain ourselves for the sake of others, you will find that you have the desire to try those new things that have been on the list.
Yes this is hard work, but I believe in you! And always remember… stay weird, stay powerful, stay you!
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