Empowering Ourselves Through Discernment

One of my favorite quotes has always been "The truth will set you free!"  My most favorite song by the subdudes is "Save Me" and in the chorus they sing, "I believe the truth is going to save me."  My best friend recently made me a t-shirt with my new favorite quote "The truth will set you free, but first it's going to piss you off!"  There has always been a longing in my heart for truth and a deep sense that it truly would impact us in profoundly positive ways (once we got over the initial upset).

Based on that, I have been heartened to see that more and more truth is being revealed, especially in recent months.  It seems that each time I get on the computer, someone else has come forward with more truth that had been hidden.  Yet we are also inundated with a lot of information that is not true.  It's hard to know sometimes what is the truth and what isn't.  My sense is that the flood gates are about to open and more truth is about to be revealed than we ever imagined possible. Therefore it is becoming increasingly important that we are able to find the "truth" for ourselves.

I believe this is important right now whether it's information we are reading on the internet or in our every day interactions with others.

As an example, when people present their opinions as truth, it can throw us off balance.  What if a person told you that you were selfish or unkind?  Would you know right away if that were true? Or would you slip into feeling bad about yourself, worrying that maybe it was true?  Or what if someone told you the way you were caring for your pet was wrong?  Would you slip into a little self-doubt?

 It can be very empowering to be able to quickly and easily tap into what is "true" for us when we are presented with information and the emotions that come along with it.

Here is a simple process you can use to enhance your ability to discern the truth.

1.  Take a couple deep breaths to bring yourself into the present, releasing any emotion you may be feeling.

2.  Think of something that you love, to put yourself in your heart space.

3.  Ask "Is this true for me?"

4.  Observe what you notice.  Some people will sense a simple yes or no.  Some people may feel things in their body.  If you feel contraction, that often indicates a no.  A feeling of peace often indicates a yes.  Each of us are different so the key is to figure out what "yes" and "no" are for you.

The same technique can be used when we are reading things on the internet and social media.  With all the truth that going to be revealed, we are bound to be bombarded with as many un-truths and half-truths so our ability to tap in and discern truth will be paramount to our ability to stay balanced and centered in the coming months.