Post 1: Embracing the Pause: A Lesson from June
Intro:
After an intense period, it's essential to take time to stop, slow down, look back, and breathe. Imagine watching your life like a movie, relaxed on your sofa, with your mind at ease. Now is my time to share my feelings and thoughts about my recent experiences, hoping my reflections encourage you to take a moment and look within. A lot has happened, so I'll share my journey through a series of posts over the next few days.
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The Calm Before the Storm
June brought a significant lesson for me. Let me walk you through the events. At the end of June and the first weekend of July, I had two important horse events: a Parelli clinic with master Franco Giani and my EDL instructor course. I worked daily with Percha to prepare him for the saddle-up process, hoping Franco could assist with this delicate part of the process, and with Chenoa to showcase our progress during the instructor course.
Two weeks before Franco’s clinic, I was nervous and restless. The tasks seemed endless, and time felt insufficient. Internally, I was a bit hectic, and the more I felt this way, the more things kept popping up on my plate.
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The Unexpected Illness
On a Saturday morning, I went out for some shopping and started to feel very sick. By the afternoon, I had a high fever and felt terrible. The week was crucial for training my horses, preparing for the clinics, and organizing my trip to France. Instead of feeling fit and energetic, I could barely move out of bed.
Days passed, the clinic approached, and I remained sick and bedridden. Anger and frustration welled up inside me. "Why now?!" I kept asking. On the third day, I realized I was resisting the situation instead of trusting the process. I reminded myself that everything happens for a reason. By day five, I managed to visit my horses briefly. Doubts about the Universe’s plans crept in.
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Embracing the Slow Pace
On day six, I worked with my horses a little, despite the fatigue. The weather was lovely, and I often sat in my garden, sleeping on the sofa outside. In those moments of slight recovery, I did small household tasks, tidied up, cleaned, and gardened. One afternoon, while enjoying my garden's peaceful atmosphere, I felt a profound sense of calm and presence. The stress of the previous weeks melted away, and I finally understood the Universe's message: to enjoy every single moment that comes.
The Universe needed to stop me from getting hectic and slow me down drastically. It was a harsh lesson through sickness, but necessary. I thanked the Universe, took a deep breath, and absorbed the beautiful energy around me.
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Rejuvenation and New Challenges
The clinic started, and by the second day, I was completely fit and full of energy. By day four, I felt transformed and rejuvenated. Returning to work, the Universe sent me another challenge: a severe back pain just days before my EDL instructor course. This time, I had no doubt about the Universe’s plans. Everything happens for a reason, to break old patterns and force us to see new paths.
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Insights and Moving Forward
The back pain brought a new insight: I was stuck in something I didn't want. It was time to move on, cut ties with what no longer served me, and embrace the life I desired. Accepting this message wasn't easy, and the questions of "How and what am I going to do?" surfaced. First, I needed to clear my fears, and then the way forward would become clear.
There is a time for everything. My only job is to keep listening to myself and stay present in the moment. I hope you can do this too. Never let fears and doubts take over. Clear them out, listen to your inner guide, and you'll find all your answers there.
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Conclusion
Stay tuned for more reflections and stories in the coming days. Let's embrace the journey together, learning from every twist and turn the Universe presents.
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