We have another storm approaching right on the heels of Hurricane Helene. It’s a tough time for so many reasons, and Hurricane Milton is shaping up to be a strong and powerful storm. First and foremost, my heart goes out to anyone who’s been impacted by Helene or is preparing for Milton. These hurricanes bring so much devastation—emotionally, physically, energetically, and financially. It’s a lot to handle, and the stress that comes with it is overwhelming.
As I reflect on the impact of storms in life, I’ve been thinking about the idea of ‘what else is true?’ Because crises like hurricanes have a way of triggering our fears, scarcity mindsets, and anxiety. It brings out so much raw emotion, and all of that is real and deserves to be acknowledged.
At the same time, while we feel all of those things, I think it’s important to recognize that something else can also be true. Yes, we may feel fear, but hurricanes can also reveal our strength. For every negative association we might attach to this experience, there’s also something else that’s true. And I know it’s not easy to see that in the middle of it all, but for today’s Wise Walk, I invite you to slow down with me, check in with your reality, and ask yourself questions.
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- What is an event, crisis, or storm that you’re facing right now?
- What is the feeling that’s surfacing?
- Can you take a moment to acknowledge that feeling and then find something else that is also true, to help counterbalance it?
- Can we find something that helps us shift our mindset and recognize what is true in addition to that feeling?
- What is also true that is surfacing as a result of this storm?
- As you reflect back on different instances in your life where you might have had or are currently experiencing a scarcity mindset, what is also true?
- What about that feeling is raw, real, and valid?
- Was there something that came about or presented itself that helped you alleviate that feeling?
- Did it remind you that the feeling is valid, but doesn’t have to be the predominant one in your life?
I hope that whatever storms you’re facing, you stay open to the help offered and remember that there are always truths to help you combat scarcity, fear, and anxiety. Finding balance and aligning with your True Stride is key. I look forward to connecting with you again next Thursday. Until then, prioritize fun, stay safe, read the signs, direct your path, and get your Stride On!
In this episode:
[00:40] After hurricane Helene, hurricane Milton is fast approaching Florida.
[01:23] What is also true, has been on my mind, because hurricanes or any natural disaster or probably any crisis, they have a way of triggering fears, a scarcity mindset, anxiety, and raw emotion which is natural and real and raw and should be acknowledged.
[04:49] We can only control what we can control then we have to have faith.
[06:18] How easy it is to go into the scarcity mindset when something you’re planning goes wrong. Ask what is also true?
[07:26] COVID and the toilet paper shortage was also a great example of the scarcity mindset.
[08:24] I love the idea of questioning what is also true because shortages are going to happen.
[11:04] As the storm approaches, go inward and feel your feelings. And then follow up with what else is also true.
[12:54] I’m concerned and sending love and light and prayers for everyone impacted by both hurricanes.
[13:23] I feel very connected to the idea of people over possessions.
[15:31] I’m grateful for a friend who offered a safe place for me and my two German Shepherds.
Memorable Quotes:
- “You can only control what you can control, and then you have to just have faith or release or let go and trust that you have the resilience to overcome whatever happens.” – Mary Tess
- “Let’s not feed into this scarcity mindset because the other belief, what is also true, is that we live in an abundant, supportive environment.” – Mary Tess
- “While we feel a sense of fear, hurricanes also bring out our strength.” – Mary Tess
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