The Journey of Release

[View Online]( INSPIRATION [The Journey of Release]( When we learn to let go, more energy flows and less effort is needed. When we become overwhelmed and things are not going as planned, it is natural to hold tighter to our goals and try to force things to go our way. In the process, we tie ourselves in knots, tensing our shoulders, jaws, and muscles throughout our bodies. Our mind tells us that this is how to get a firmer grip on a situation that feels out of control, but as we create knots in our bodies we are blocking the flow of our energy, exhausting ourselves by exerting more effort yet accomplishing less. At these times, though it may seem counterintuitive, our higher selves know it’s better to let go. This may not be quite as easy as it sounds. After the relief of our first decision to release, if we allow questions about how to get everything done to start again, the knots will be back before we know it. So we need to be aware that this is a process to breathe through. First, we need to let go of our idea of what the perfect outcome should be, and allow that the intelligence that drives the universe knows better than we do how everything fits together for the highest good. Then we might have to release our imagined consequences and realize that, in most cases, the worst that could happen really isn’t that bad. We may need to remember how to relax, first by taking deep breaths, then by meditating, and then perhaps seeking help from a loved one, massage therapist, or energy healer to clear the underlying knots. We can ease our mental stress by prioritizing what we truly want to accomplish, and then delegating the rest to someone who has more enthusiasm for those things. When we relax and let life’s energy flow through our minds, bodies, spirits, and lives, we will find that we can accomplish more with less effort and feel good doing it. We don’t have to tie ourselves in knots. Instead, we can let the ribbons of our energy unfurl to gracefully direct us through life’s abundant flow. Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. Loved this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Lose Emotional and Physical Weight With Tapping]( Learn how to overcome emotional eating and develop a beautiful relationship with your body and food. In this course emotional freedom technique or tapping expert Marcella Friel will help you use the natural power of tapping to address the root cause of the pain that sabotages your eating habits. You’ll release the guilt, resistance, or shame you may be carrying and build new beliefs and habits rooted in compassion and unconditional self-love. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Gut Microbiome Remedies to Repair Your Health]( - [Aging Differently: Feel Lighter, Freer, and More Confident]( - [Traditional Italian Remedies to Heal From Within]( - [Living in Calmness When Emotions Overwhelm You]( Recommended For You [Heal Your Money Karma]( [Learn More]( [How to Have a Romantic Relationship With a Person Who Is Relationship Phobic]( [Learn More]( [Writing Your Deepest Prayer]( [Learn More]( [The 4-Minute Peaceful Warrior Workout]( [Learn More]( [Letting Go With Forgiveness]( [Learn More]( [Heartbreak to Soulmate With the Magic of Tapping]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 2. [Tone and Tighten Your Tummy]( 3. [Gut Microbiome Remedies to Repair Your Health]( 4. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 5. [Clear Your Home, Clear Your Life]( 6. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 7. [Talking to Dead People]( 8. [Re-Parent Your Inner Child]( 9. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 10. [How to Communicate Like a Buddhist]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( Share this email with a friend [Share Now]( Share this email with a friend [Share Now]( [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 © 2023 [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](.