It is very useful to step outside my experience and witness it, almost as if I am watching someone else. Especially if you find yourself suffering in some way, this will often help stuck energy to move. So try this  some time when you feel inspired. Ask yourself, “Who is this person who is _______(in pain, tension, unhappy, etc.)  And just observe with a loving, curious attention. You may find an instant softening happens, or perhaps a tightening, or shaking. Whatever happens, just witness and allow the energy to move or not move. Don’t meddle. Observe. You may want to ask yourself this question several times. It can be very useful in everyday life. What better time to transform than when actually dealing with or in the midst of life. Why wait for when you’re meditating. Let’s say you’re driving your car, somebody is driving slow in the left lane in front of you and you’re starting to get angry, maybe feeling trapped, etc. Ask yourself, right then, “Who is this person that is feeling angry and trapped?” I’ve often gone straight from anger to laughter in a situation like that when I’m able to step outside the experience and observe. It can also work wonders in relationships when you’re triggered in some way.

I’d love, if you would be willing, to hear about you’re experiences with this concept. How did you make it your own?

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