The other day I was going through some cupboards and realizing I had a lot of things at the back of my pantry. Some of these items I have had for quite a while, I mean quite a while. I took a deep breath and then I asked myself: “Why am I holding onto them, rather than using them?” Another deep breath: “Aha!†And then it became clear to me, I am saving them.
But what am I saving them for?
I have noticed this characteristic more in people who have experienced ‘not enough’, but then again accumulating is something our culture seems to place value on. Regardless of the reason, perhaps you too have some dark corners in your pantry or closets where you may be accumulating and/or stagnating a bit.
Accumulating things that I am hesitant to use has led me to question myself: Is right now not a good-enough time to use the things I have? The answer to this question for me, is that now is a good enough time, and I do not need to accumulate things. It is safe for me to use what I have now. It is safe to use what I have now, joyfully! There is always more for me. I am noticing when we take excellent care of now, the future feels brighter, more joyful and secure.
So to anyone who is looking to clear their space, and or bring more ease into their lives maybe give this affirmation and pantry/closet clearing activity a whirl.
Today’s hhc affirmation: There will always be opportunities for me. It is safe to use and share what I have. I release. I relax. I let go. There is always more for me.
