Let Go of Upset

In the moment the event occurs, the emotion is triggered. If negative, worry, fear, anger, depression, etc. arises, but what happens when the moment has passed? When not let go, the emotion lingers and grows.

The moment of the trigger has passed, yet you hold on to the emotion that harms your wellbeing.

In the spirit of the Tao, allow emotions that harm your wellbeing to come and go, just as this second has come and is now gone. Allow your heart to open by releasing the pain that your mind will continually remind you of if you let it.

Today, as you sense upsetting emotions, repeat the words offered by ACIM: I am upset because of something that is not here.

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In 2018, I read and reflected on the Tao Te Ching,and shared daily inspirations to inspire improved wellbeing. After my fifth reading, I transitioned to A Course in Miracles. Now, we continue our wellbeing journey together with ACIM in a Tao state of mind.

Today’s Tao reflection was inspired by Lesson 6 of ACIM.

Original image by Saad Chaudhry.