Here we are, on the other side of change. Summer has come to an end and September is sure to bring change. Regardless of what that looks like for you, there will be a transition to the other side. The dust will start to settle and there we are, in new surroundings, situations, seasons, new beginnings.
The past weeks ‘routines (or lack thereof…) are no longer and yet we are not quite settled into our new ones yet. A great period of adjustment and recalibration. Preparing for the season ahead and yet not quite complete with the one that was. Change on any level is a beautiful thing because it teaches us so much about ourselves.
It is my belief that our external surroundings support our inner selves. It is on this ground that I work to have my external environment align and support me as much as possible. But what happens in the times when that’s not possible? I hadn’t asked myself this question until our big move.
Anyone who has moved cities knows that this is no small challenge and what I didn’t plan for, is how long I would be without a space that was in order. It was here that I got extremely overwhelmed and anxious, until I realized that maybe it doesn’t have to feel that way.
I speak so much about our outside environment being such a support to our inner one, but I am learning how it works the other way around too. Design psychology is a two-way relationship and sometimes our inner space is what gets us through the chaos of the outside world. This conscious exchange and approach to what we surround ourselves with, as well as paying attention to how we are feeling, can be so rewarding both ways.
My outside environment is not in a place just yet where it can fully support me the way I would like it to, so I am forced to rely on my inner one to get me through the chaos (read: boxes and boxes and boxes on bins). Having built up my inner strength and peace, allows me to manage a chaotic environment without extreme amounts of anxiety.
We are on the other side of the big move now and the dust is settling. Things are no longer the way they were, and yet I have not carved out my new routines just yet. We are in a new space, in a new city. It’s a strange and unfamiliar place and I find myself learning new lessons at every turn. It’s a time of great learning and growth.
And as we adjust and recalibrate in our new space, I will work towards creating an outside space that aligns and supports the health of my inner one. It is a journey that will be constant and without finish; which for me, is part of the lesson. It is forever a give-take relationship and when conscious and balanced, can serve us so well. But until our things are all in place and our new routines have been established, I can take great peace in knowing that I can find that place of solace inside myself, just as easily as when I walk into a space I love.
Whatever September brings for you in terms of change, I wish you a graceful transition and much love in the space of adjustment and recalibration. It is here that we are growing and sometimes that is uncomfortable, but definitely necessary on the journey to being our best selves. Being gentle and kind with ourselves and others during this time. Up-ing the self-care. Remembering that when things are new, we are learning. Progress not perfection.
Sending healing vibes your way while the dust settles. Welcome to the other side.
Live well,
Cher
