“Your perspective is always limited by how much you know. Expand your knowledge and you will transform your mind.”
– Bruce Lipton
What you see is not necessarily what others see. We inhabit parallel worlds shaped by our beliefs and experiences.
Have you ever been in a situation where someone else’s perspective triggers you? You ask yourself, “How do they know that?” or “Why did they think or say that?”
At times, you may notice yourself doubting your own inner guidance—your intuition. You become aware that you have a totally different perspective or point of view on the circumstance.
What happens if you become more conscious and compassionate toward others’ perspectives? How do you feel when you focus on your own truth without needing to prove yourself? This is one way to incorporate self-care and self-love.
Stephen R. Covey states, “Two people can see the same thing, disagree, and yet both be right. It’s not logical; it’s psychological.” He also reminds us to “Seek first to understand, then be understood.”
In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to remain open to different perspectives. When I read these statements, I am reminded of moments in my life when I believed my perspective was “right” and found myself arguing to prove my point. This often led to feelings of anger, frustration, and shutting down. When we all see things differently, our experiences take on different meanings and levels of importance.
When you shift your point of view to a higher perspective—the soulful self—one way of responding might be to say, “That’s interesting. That’s one way to look at it.” If you find yourself frustrated with the day’s events, whether at home or in the world, consciously take a deep breath and choose a different way to respond. Lean into your faith and trust that there is a universal plan for living our lives when we surrender the small-minded ego self.
Shifting your point of view allows you to expand your awareness, giving you the freedom to pause, breathe, and choose your responses.
When I consciously choose to respond in a heartfelt way, with greater understanding, I notice a shift in my energy—toward peace of mind and compassion for both myself and others. Being kind and loving doesn’t mean giving in to others. It means being authentic and true to your heart and soul.
What I’ve come to learn about perspective is that while it may sometimes align with another person’s, we still get to choose whether it feels right or true for us.
What can you do when you become consumed with thoughts about someone or something?
Here are three actions to consider:
- Create sacred space where you will not be interrupted. Even just a few minutes a day is a good start. Take a deep breath into your belly, releasing energy down into the earth. Visualize energy rising from the soles of your feet to the crown of your head. Then, imagine a stream of light entering through your crown and flowing down a central channel within your body. Repeat a few times and begin to incorporate this as a daily practice. This helps to release thoughts that no longer serve you, creating less stress and greater peace, love, and calm.
- Be kind to yourself. Notice your inner tone and the words you speak to yourself. Speak lovingly; be nurturing. Try a heart coherence breath—a wonderful practice for reducing stress and anxiety. As you inhale, imagine your breath flowing into your heart. As you exhale, let go of any tension. Focus on a positive emotion such as love, peace, or the joy of a playful puppy. Continue this rhythm for at least five minutes. This is especially helpful to do when sitting in your car before or after driving.
- Be grateful. The energy of gratitude for all the things that are going well invites more abundance and generates momentum toward even more positive experiences. Focus on what you do want—not on what you don’t.
I will be consciously practicing my breathwork this month. I’m excited to share that I’m moving into my new home! Everything is accelerating. All is great!
