Finding Deep Strength

Tuesday's inspirational thoughts for a happy and fulfilling day.   [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Finding Deep Strength]( When we look back on our lives, we see that we have survived many trials, often to our own amazement. We have all faced moments in our lives when the pressure mounts beyond what we feel we can handle, and we find ourselves thinking that we do not have the strength to carry on. Sometimes we have just gotten through a major obstacle or illness only to find another one waiting for us the moment we finally catch our breath. Sometimes we endure one loss after another, wondering when we will get a break from life’s suffering. It does not seem fair or right that life should demand more of us when we feel we have given all we can, but this is the way life works. When we look back on our lives, we can see that we have survived many trials and surmounted many obstacles, often to our own amazement. In each of those instances, we had to break through our beliefs about how much we could handle and go deeper into our hidden reserves. Think of it like a frozen lake: It appears impenetrable, but when we break through it, we find a deep reservoir. When we break through the thought that we don’t have more to give or to even fall back on, we can find a well of energy and inspiration trapped beneath. Sometimes we break through by cutting a hole in our resistance with our willpower, and sometimes we melt the ice with compassion for our predicament and ourselves. Either way, each time we break through, we reach a new understanding of the strength we store within ourselves. When we find ourselves up against that barrier of thinking we cannot handle our situation, we may find that the kindest choice is to love ourselves and our resistance too. We can simply accept that we are overwhelmed, exhausted, and stretched and offer ourselves loving kindness and compassion. If we can extend the unconditional warmth of a mother’s love to ourselves, before we know it, the ice will begin to melt. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Companion Course [Re-Parent Your Inner Child]( To heal wounds — especially the deep-rooted ones we aren't consciously aware of — we must explore all parts of who we are, from inception to the present. Through this process, we discover how to nurture, love, heal, and grow within ourselves and in our relationships with others. In this course, you’ll work with your inner child to break dysfunctional patterns, set healthy boundaries, and live a more balanced life. With guided prompts, supportive exercises, and soothing tools, you’ll learn to meet your own needs and build stronger relationships, allowing your true essence to shine. Enroll now to begin your journey of healing and growth today. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Letting Go With Love: How to Stop Over-Caring]( - [Live Virtual Workshop: Break Your Cortisol Addiction to Reverse Aging With Tristan Gatto]( - [The Buddha Way to Trust the Body’s Healing Powers]( - [Nerve Flossing to Reduce Inflammation and Chronic Pain]( Recommended For You [Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain]( [Learn More]( [20-Minute Metabolic Workout for Women]( [Learn More]( [Belly Dancing Goddess Workout]( [Learn More]( [From Codependent to Independent]( [Learn More]( [What to Eat for Immunity]( [Learn More]( [Guided Relaxation With Ocean Sounds]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Parasympathetic Nervous System Fix]( 2. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 3. [The Buddha Way to Trust the Body’s Healing Powers]( 4. [A Year of Walking Meditations to Cleanse and Renew Your Life]( 5. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 6. [How and When to Leave a Relationship]( 7. [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( 8. [Cutting Cords to Reclaim Your Power]( 9. [Heal Yourself With Polyvagal Therapy]( 10. [The Art of Manifesting Your Soulmate]( Explore 375+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.