Going through a Phase

[View Online]( [DailyOM]( [Going through a Phase]( The gift of going through a phase, is that it will pass and you will come out the other side. We are all almost always in the process of learning something new, developing an underused ability or talent, or toning down an overused one. Some of us are involved in learning how to speak up for ourselves, while others are learning how to be more considerate. In the process of becoming, we are always developing and fine tuning one or the other of our many qualities, and it is a natural part of this process that things tend to get out of balance. This may be upsetting to us, or the people around us, but we can trust that it’s a normal part of the work of self-development. For example, we may go through a phase of needing to learn how to say no, as part of learning to set boundaries and take care of ourselves. During this time, we might say no to just about everything, as a way of practicing and exploring this ability. Like a child who learns a new word, we want to try out this new avenue of expression and empowerment as much as we can because it is new and exciting for us and we want to explore it fully. In this way, we are mastering a new skill, and eventually, as we integrate it into our overall identity, it will resume its position as one part of our balanced life. In this process, we are overcompensating for a quality that was suppressed in our life, and the swinging of the pendulum from under-use to overuse serves to bring that quality into balance. Understanding what’s happening is a useful tool that helps us to be patient with the process. In the end, the pendulum settles comfortably in the center, restoring balance inside and out. [ ] DailyOM Course Spotlight [Radical Boundaries]( By DailyOM Having personal boundaries allows us to live a happier, more balanced life. In this course, you'll be guided through a series of transformational practices to identify and establish your unique limits to support what you truly desire. Through expert advice and helpful strategies, you will learn how to compassionately interact with others and take charge of your well-being. By the end, you’ll be able to confidently communicate your needs for long-term self-care and healthier relationships. [Learn More]( [ ] New Courses - [The Menopausal Middle Menu Plan]( - [Shakti Warrior Dance to Unleash Feminine Energy]( - [Be Ridiculously Happy in Your Relationship]( - [Yoga for People Who Can't Touch Their Toes]( [ ] Top 10 DailyOM Courses - [A Year to Clear What Is Holding You Back!]( - [21 Tapping Meditations for Emotional Eating and Beyond]( - [How to Heal the Mother Wound]( - [The Menopausal Middle Menu Plan]( - [Speak With Purpose, Not Impulse]( - [15-Minute Yoga for Aches and Pains]( - [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( - [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( - [Clear Your Home, Clear Your Life]( - [Meditation for Spiritual Awakening]( [DAILY OM]( [ ] [facebook]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( [twitter]( You are receiving this email because you are signed up to receive emails from DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2022 [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](