Saying 'yes'

A few days ago I read a post about saying “yes,” and it touched me deeply.

We are all learning that saying “no” is healthy for us. It is good for us to have boundaries, to protect ourselves, especially when it comes to our bodies.

What I am writing about is a different kind of “yes.” It is the “yes” we say quietly while sitting with ourselves, eyes closed. The “yes” we offer when we think about situations that annoy us or challenge us, or when we think of people who have hurt us in the past.

Saying “yes” means stopping the rejection, stopping the internal fight. Sometimes I find myself having a whole conversation in my head with someone, arguing with them, making sure my point is clear. This never makes me feel good. It leaves me upset and agitated.

Saying “yes” is choosing peace within myself. It is like saying to the person or the situation, “I see you. Thank you for the lesson you have brought into my life. I accept the lesson, because this is how I grow and learn.”

I want to be clear that this does not mean the person did not hurt you, or that the situation was pleasant or welcomed in any way.

What I mean is that by saying “yes” while closing our eyes and breathing deeply, we allow ourselves to stop getting upset, to stop the internal battle. We create space for the awareness that what is happening to us is part of our soul’s journey.

Much love to you all.