Reminder: Pain is Noise
Posted by Just Another Connie Rep on Monday, May 1, 2017
Whether physical or emotional, pain may be perceived as internal noise.
The louder it is, the more distracted we are from the outside world, as our attentions are pulled inward.
Our bodies may interpret that noise as pressure--the same way listening to a loud sound system can cause discomfort to our ear drums--because it IS too much pressure.
When the pressure/noise is intense/loud enough, our Protective systems can be engaged, directing us to look externally for the source of discomfort...and inevitably we will find something(s) that confirm/validate that we are indeed in danger...when in actuality, we're in safe environments, surrounded by people we love and trust. We can't see it, though--our bodies won't let us--there is too much internal noise preventing us from hearing external present.
To dance to the living music of life, we have to be able to hear the song that is playing as the planet revolves around the sun; we are all a part of the symphony.
AND EVEN WHEN WE CAN'T HEAR IT through all the internal noise, WE ARE STILL A PART OF THE SYMPHONY.
We are always playing our parts, and quite well. It's how we play--the best we can, in each moment, with each beat, with each note.
Just be aware: when communicating with an individual who may be distracted by so much internal noise, to give more slack; to be more specific; and especially, be patient. Practicing patience is practicing slack. Indeed--it is slack we give to ourselves as we give it to others.
And when we are experiencing so much internal noise, be patient with ourselves, and may we COMMUNICATE to those other folks surrounding us that our bandwidth is limited; that our facial expressions and vocal tones are not directed at them--and are coping mechanisms, not intended as criticism or negativity. We don't have the bandwidth for unnecessary chit-chat. It's not that we don't care; it simply requires so much energy to attempt to listen and comprehend through all the noise, that it's exhausting, and we are already exhausted with just managing to stay on top of the ball.
Every time we express where we are, authentically and with kindness, we give permission for others to be just as transparent, and communication thus becomes easier for all of us.
Because ultimately, AlloveUs Slacking ourselves increases Slack.
The louder it is, the more distracted we are from the outside world, as our attentions are pulled inward.
Our bodies may interpret that noise as pressure--the same way listening to a loud sound system can cause discomfort to our ear drums--because it IS too much pressure.
When the pressure/noise is intense/loud enough, our Protective systems can be engaged, directing us to look externally for the source of discomfort...and inevitably we will find something(s) that confirm/validate that we are indeed in danger...when in actuality, we're in safe environments, surrounded by people we love and trust. We can't see it, though--our bodies won't let us--there is too much internal noise preventing us from hearing external present.
To dance to the living music of life, we have to be able to hear the song that is playing as the planet revolves around the sun; we are all a part of the symphony.
AND EVEN WHEN WE CAN'T HEAR IT through all the internal noise, WE ARE STILL A PART OF THE SYMPHONY.
We are always playing our parts, and quite well. It's how we play--the best we can, in each moment, with each beat, with each note.
Just be aware: when communicating with an individual who may be distracted by so much internal noise, to give more slack; to be more specific; and especially, be patient. Practicing patience is practicing slack. Indeed--it is slack we give to ourselves as we give it to others.
And when we are experiencing so much internal noise, be patient with ourselves, and may we COMMUNICATE to those other folks surrounding us that our bandwidth is limited; that our facial expressions and vocal tones are not directed at them--and are coping mechanisms, not intended as criticism or negativity. We don't have the bandwidth for unnecessary chit-chat. It's not that we don't care; it simply requires so much energy to attempt to listen and comprehend through all the noise, that it's exhausting, and we are already exhausted with just managing to stay on top of the ball.
Every time we express where we are, authentically and with kindness, we give permission for others to be just as transparent, and communication thus becomes easier for all of us.
Because ultimately, AlloveUs Slacking ourselves increases Slack.
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