Clinging to the Core

Tuesday's inspirational thoughts for a happy and fulfilling day.   [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Clinging to the Core]( There are times when our whole world seems to be falling apart around us, and we are not sure what to hold on to anymore. Sometimes our relationships crumble, and sometimes it’s our physical environment. At other times, we can’t put our finger on it, but we feel as if all the walls have fallen down around us and we are standing with nothing to lean on, exposed and vulnerable. These are the times in our lives when we are given an opportunity to see where we have established our sense of identity, safety, and well-being. And while it is perfectly natural and part of our process to locate our sense of self in externals, anytime those external factors shift, we have an opportunity to rediscover and move closer to the core of our being, which is the only safe place to call home. The core of our being is not affected by the shifting winds of circumstance or the cycles of change that govern physical reality. It is as steady and consistent as the sun, which is why the great mystics and poets often reference the sun in their odes to the self. Like the sun, there are times when our core seems to be inaccessible to us, but this is a misconception. We know that when the sun goes behind a cloud or sets for the night, it has not disappeared. It is only temporarily out of sight. In the same way, we can trust that our inner core is always shining brightly, even when we cannot quite see it. When things around us are falling apart, we can cling to this core, knowing that an inextinguishable light shines from within ourselves. Times of external darkness can be a great gift in that they provide an opportunity to remember this inner light that shines regardless of the circumstances of our lives. When our external lives begin to come back together, we are able to lean a bit more lightly on them, understanding more clearly than ever that our true home is the bright sun shining in our core. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Companion Course [Move Your Core, Change Your Life]( Carrying the weight of stagnant energy and heavy emotions can be overwhelming. Restore your inner peace and vitality with Phoebe Leona’s empowering seven-day course. Through gentle, healing movement, calming meditations, and heartfelt journaling, you’ll release emotional blockages, deepen your intuitive connection, and invite vibrant, positive energy into your life. Embrace this unique journey to reclaim your personal power, heal from within, and experience lasting, soul-nourishing joy. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Weighted Arms and Abs Transformation]( - [Healing Your Inner Teenager]( - [Quitting Self-Created Loneliness]( - [The 4-Minute Fat-Burning Tabata Workout]( Recommended For You [Perfect Posture in 14 Days]( [Learn More]( [How to Overcome Loneliness]( [Learn More]( [Spiritual Design for a Healthy Home]( [Learn More]( [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( [Learn More]( [A Year to Get Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise]( [Learn More]( [7-Day Sculpt Yoga Challenge]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Feldenkrais Way to Heal the Body]( 2. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 3. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 4. [A Year of Walking Meditations to Cleanse and Renew Your Life]( 5. [Weighted Arms and Abs Transformation]( 6. [Heal Yourself From Adrenal Fatigue]( 7. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 8. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 9. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 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](.