Day 4: How Do You Strengthen Your Eyes Spiritually?

The question is not will we experience trials and tribulations, but what tools do we have to weather life’s storms? 

Over the past several years, I’ve learned that the Bible is my go-to source for life experiences. The first time I read the entire Bible was when I was around 10 years old after my sexual abuse secret was out. While standing at the crossroads of my life with a broken compass, I called out to nature for help, and a series of events took place, including getting a copy of the King James Bible.

Now, more than ever, I know I avoided many of the childhood sexual abuse consequences (addictions, delinquencies, sexual promiscuity, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy, and others) because of my faith, my heart’s desires, and what I learned from childhood sexual abuse (shared in my upcoming memoir Bent Not Broken). I learned about Jesus and admired and identified with Him. I developed a spiritual approach to life. I was not a victim but a student of life.

Later in life, at another major crossroads, I saw oppositions and distractions to reuniting with my purpose in life. The victim approach to life sunk in my consciousness, and along with the life-draining approach, came its symptoms (anxiety and increased heart rate and blood pressure). Realizing that I had weathered the storm of childhood sexual abuse and remembering the spiritual lessons I learned restored me to my rightful narrow path.

I realized that the spiritual approach to life is the healthier way to live. Of course, I can blame, hit, kick, steal, fuss, cuss, etc., but what will all that do for me in the long run? 

I need to consistently ground myself by aligning with nature and the God within me. Nothing else will give me the joy, love, and peace I deserve.

So, as you think about the things you do in times of stress, do not shift to blame. The way we change our behaviors is through acceptance and acknowledgment. Each day holds its own treasures and brings us closer to our True Selves.

Here are five ways to strengthen your eyes.

1. See that you are more than a bodily form. Within you is a magnificent Spirit.
2. Spend time aligning with the Spirit inside you (i.e., sitting, standing, walking out in nature so you can see right through experiences as Jesus knew the hearts of men (John 2:24–25). Then we spend less time in anger, disappointment, and other lingering unhealthy emotions and feelings which cloud our vision.
3. Daily ground yourself in Truth. Some of the things I do to ground myself include reading the Bible every morning and communicating with God through prayer or just conversation. There is more to the Bible than the question of believing in Jesus. There are universal truths in the Bible, such as loving others, not stealing, and what to focus on (Philippians 4:8–9).
4. Learn phrases to help you stay centered. There are many Bible verses to help ground you, for every book in the Bible is filled with wisdom. I usually turn to Proverbs, Ephesians, Philippians, to name a few. Remember, we aren’t experiencing anything new. In other words, the universal principles that applied 2000 plus years ago still apply today.
5. Remember, life experiences test your foundation. Within every experience, there is something to learn about yourself.

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Timika

Heal from the Inside Out Series #37: Don't Let Someone Else Tell You to Do the Right Thing – Create A Generational Love Cycle With Timika S Chambers

Keywords superstitions, empowerment, healing, love, self-reflection,forgiveness, inner guidance, awareness, personal growth, resilienceSummary In this conversation, Timika S Chambers explores the themesof empowerment, healing, and self-reflection. She discusses the impact of superstitions and negative labels, emphasizing the importance of rejecting limiting beliefs. Timika shares personal experiences of overcoming past traumaand the significance of her mother's wisdom in guiding her journey towards self-love and understanding. The conversation highlights the power of choice,the necessity of forgiveness, and the importance of trusting one's inner guidance to navigate life's challenges.Takeaways Superstitions can limit our potential; rejecting them isempowering.Words and labels have a profound impact on ourself-perception.Healing from past experiences is essential for personalgrowth.The search for true love begins with self-love.We are more than our experiences; we can transcend them.Self-reflection is crucial for personal development.Choosing healing and forgiveness is a powerful act.Trusting your inner guidance leads to better decisions.Awareness of our choices can transform our lives.We are all connected and part of a greater spirit.Sound Bites "We are beyond our experiences.""I don't believe in bad luck.""We are all one spirit.""Discernment is already there.""You know what to do."Chapters 00:00 Breaking Superstitions and Embracing Empowerment02:56 The Impact of Words and Labels06:10 Healing from Past Experiences09:00 The Search for True Love12:09 Transcending Experiences and Embracing Power14:59 The Importance of Self-Reflection17:56 Choosing Healing and Forgiveness21:07 Trusting Your Inner Guidance24:05 Awareness and the Power of ChoiceFor more empowering thoughts, subscribe to Notes on Life: Empowering You to Be You https://mailchi.mp/fe2da5c9163a/seven-spiritual-truths

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