Numbing

When the pain is excruciating and overwhelming the sweet distraction that numbing brings is welcomed.

But if it moves in, become chronic and settles in, it becomes most dangerous. Like mold it sends invisible roots all over one's life. It dulls colors, sounds, emotions, impulses and life itself.

Pain and discomfort are our alarm system, keeping us safe, away from danger and that which is harmful for us. When they are ignored habitually, we end up not taking good care of ourselves.

We eat what might be toxic, or when full because it tastes good. We stay in a draining relationship because it has exciting moments. We tolerate circumstances, jobs and places that are not supportive or aligned to our well being.

Survival reflexes and with it, direct connection to our needs, to our very selves are dulled.

Let's stop running from pain, say hello to it, invite it in. Let it have it's way with you it. Your life depends on it.