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When we allow ourselves to be witnessed
by another, we cannot help but be transformed by the experience. Whether
we are sharing a personal experience, standing in front of friends to
celebrate a special occasion, or expressing our unbridled joy or sorrow
in front of a loved one, we are allowing ourselves to be seen and
experienced in a very intimate way. Not only are we baring ourselves to
someone else, but we also are allowing that person to hold a very
specific kind of space with us, so this powerful act can take place. To
be witnessed is to let ourselves be seen as we truly are in that moment.
Our friends and loved ones can easily
be witnesses for us, if only we are brave enough to let them. Your next
birthday may be the perfect occasion to experience this sacred act:
Invite your friends and loved ones to your special day. During the
celebration, stand in front of them and thank them for being there for
you. Feel their gratitude, attention, warmth, and support, while noticing
the sense of safety you feel as they surround you. If you feel inspired,
share your innermost thoughts about the day and your life. You may be
surprised at the feelings of peace and validation that arise within you,
when you feel safe enough to go deep into your soul and share yourself
with those you trust.
Anyone who has ever seen love,
admiration, acceptance, or appreciation reflected in a friend or loved
one’s eyes knows how transformative that experience can be. When you bare
yourself to another, you are giving them the gift of you and showing them
that they also matter. In letting yourself be witnessed, you are letting
others into your intimate space, stepping in the sacred container they
have created for you, and creating a cauldron of positive affirmation,
support, love, and goodwill that will stay with you forever.
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