Affirmations & hoping for changes will not occur without allowing the deeply held emotions from past events to bubble to the surface. The universe has a magical albeit painful way of sending those people and situations into our lives to trigger what is held within. It can come in the form of a passing thought, a quick conversation with a loved one of stranger, an animal sign, illness, chronic pain, something in the media, a dream, a work experience. The ways we are given the clues are endless. I personally stayed distracted from the inner work by staying busy, food, men, alcohol. A whole variety of things while my inner shadow beckoned me to pay attention. Life was not changing and despite vowing not to repeat patterns-there they were. It is deeper than thought or verbally affirming I.e I am enough, I am abundant, I am free etc. all of the emotional blocks lay dormant in my unconscious. I was at times furious with my unseen helpers for how could I know what was left unresolved in me. That is where saying yes begins. Yes I will look, yes I will heal, yes I want your help and please help me have courage for what has been a very bumpy ride. After many levels of inner work the gifts and peace are enormous. I still and will always be walking the path but trusting life to support rather than punish has been my key. Thank you for sharing your insight! 💕