People are complicated. We all have undefined and contradictory layers within ourselves that create a lot of emotional confusion. Yet each layer represents a brilliance about us that can sometimes be shocking. Right when we think we know ourselves, a shift occurs and we realize we don’t.
A shift is when something profound happens to you—whether good or bad—which alerts you to a life transition. It lets you know you’re on the cusp of transformation. Whatever chapter of life you’re currently on is about to transition into the next. Whether the next chapter is good or not so good is totally and completely dependent upon your attitude and your perception of the shift.
Last week I experienced a shift.
I learned something about myself that was very daunting, not too flattering, and completely unexpected. Something under normal circumstances would have left me distraught and disturbed. But this was no normal circumstance. Under normal circumstances, this blog’s adage “Shaken but not Stirred,” would’ve been a lie. I would’ve been COMPLETELY STIRRED and shaken to the core. But I wasn’t. And here’s why.
Last week I saw one of my fascinating layers showing. A layer of courage and strength that was so profound and completely spiritually aligned, I had to stop and take a look at myself. I was fascinated by it. A shift had occurred and I watched myself process it as if I were a total stranger.
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Right when I thought I knew myself, I didn’t.
It’s not until your faith gets tested, and your life shifts that you realize your fascinating layers are showing. And that’s just simply amazing to me.
Tell me, when you experience a shift, do your layers fascinate you?
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I’ve often been surprised in the past by my reaction to challenges. Most times I’ve been impressed with how I handled a situation. However, there have been occasions when I didn’t like what I learned about myself. Those moments provide an opportunity for growth and change.
Ohhhhh yes, Roxanne, I’ve had plenty of occasions where I didn’t like what I learned about myself also. You are so right that those moments are growth opportunities. Unfortunately, we all have both the fascinating and the not so fascinating layers.
Very true. I have surprised at the strength I have had at a tumultuous times. I used to think if this or that ever happens I would curl up in a ball and not get up again. Now, the this or that has happened and by God’s grace I stood up under under it. My faith is stronger and I am a stronger person for it.
Ellen I see you, too, are fascinated by your layers. I totally agree with when the “this or that” happens and we end up handling it way better than we thought we ever could. Being aligned with our spiritual power makes our layers fascinating.
I’ve totally surprised myself in my reactions to a couple of situations that have occurred. Actually……I had reacted in a way that I’d hoped for, if ever faced with a particular situation experienced in the past….. Because I just wasn’t sure how I would handle myself. You would’ve been proud girl.
I hear ya, Starla. It’s those situations we never want to be in which makes us unsure how we’d handle them that scare us. So when we actually step up to the plate and handle it well that’s when our layers actually fascinate us.
And just for the record, I’ve always been proud of you, considering all you’ve been through and how you’ve handle things. Truth be told, your fascinating layers fascinate me.
Sometimes trials expose the good and sometimes the bad. And sometimes, a shift in someone else changes how we react completely.
Very thought-provoking post…
OMG, Melissa, that’s is so true about how a shift in someone else changes how we react, too. That’s a very good point to add to the discussion. Thanks for that.
I’m glad this shift left you feeling strong and surprised at wonderful you. I feel like my life is on the cusp of something, but am so fearful of what that may be and, actually, what it may reveal to me or falsely reveal to others (how’s that for vague?). Thought-provoking post, as always.
Julie, you definitely are on the cusp of your next chapter, just by the few shifts you’ve shared with us bloggers about your life thus far makes me believe that. I also believe you are and will handle it all gracefully and spiritually.
Also, I totally relate to your statement of “what it may reveal to me or falsely reveal to others” I so get that and feel the same way. And also regarding the “vague” thing, writing this post to get my point across without revealing any details about my shift, is what you call vague. I completely understand the vague thing–private people don’t like putting their life on blast.
So true. I knew you’d “get it”. One of these days, I want to meet and toast to our friendship.
Definitely a friendship toast is in order. 🙂
So D- this is one of my favorite (and one of your most thought-provoking) blogs! What a great concept- fascinating layers! I love love LOVE it! Another analogy like the layers of an old tree – we just keep getting more complex yet I think more understood the older we get . It’s great to see that we can still grow and change- and will continue to I guess if we are lucky!
So I guess you know – you need to tell us more about the incident that prompted this .
Thanks, Susan, I’m glad you enjoyed the post. Also I definitely agree with your “layers of an old tree” analogy—we keep getting more complex. I truly believe the complexity is only refining us and humbling us into our true selves. No matter how much we kick and scream and rebel against the shifts.
So true about everyone, and we all go through those shifts. Even though change can be difficult, and most times we fight against change, we know it’s necessary and even wanted for our growth. But it’s still scary. Lately, I think I haven’t been too stirred by changes, occurrences and decisions. I thank God that I look to him for strength and to not get too much in the “flesh” when unexpected things happen or just when big changes happen.
The most difficult thing to not get too riled over is money issues. Then I have to remember that it’s all God’s money that will NOT run out. So if even when being sensible things start to get out of hand, I remind myself that God will give it back or open up new ways for me to do/get what I need. It’s so nice to be getting your newsletter again!
You’re right, Nancy, it’s easy to let money issues get us all riled up. Especially if you’re in the midst of any form (big or small) of financial crisis. Yet I’m a spiritual person, and I try to rely on faith as much as possible in those situations. Though sometimes my humanness can get in the way.
Also, I’m glad you enjoy receiving the Sexy Savvy Growth newsletter. I truly appreciate your acknowledgement of it.
Dee,
Nice post. I’m happy that you’re on the threshold of something new and different. It can be difficult to welcome shifts, because what exactly are we shifting towards or into? Many times the fear can keep us in a rut. Change is good, and I agree, it is all in the attitude when confronting that change.
This whole new look is a shift that shows a much lighter and freer spirit, in my opinion. Keep it up. Embrace the change.
Good that you’re back!
Mike, so true fear can keep us in a rut, especially fear of the unknown. Shifting into unknown territory can be crazy scary, but if we rely on faith, transitioning into the unknown goes much smoother.
I know you’re experiencing some shifts in life, too, so I wish you well in your transitions. As you said…embrace the change. We must do exactly that.