New Consciousness Review Spring 2015 | Page 21

INSPIRATION Dancing with our daimons then is about transforming our perceptions as we transform ourselves. Just as these ministering spirits may appear more foe than friend at first, how we perceive them determines how we work with the tension they gift us – emotionally or creatively. Once we are clear about our intentions for welcoming change, as we shift from one state of being to the next, a new awareness is required. As we hold the space for the new intention to enter into our life, the remnants of old beliefs, attitudes, and habits may surface for a period of time. Here is the critical choice point – if we observe these old energies for what they truly are – a psychic de-cluttering that wants to happen from deep within, then there is no need to be triggered and dragged back into the fear-filled vortex of old issues. Yet this is often the chasm where dread makes us turn around and go back to what is familiar, albeit painful. In order to keep moving forward there is another option. By observing with emotional detachment and gratitude we can thank and release what wants to move through us with acceptance and love. Even if we shed a few tears or let out a few long sighs, we can see this as stagnant energy just needing to move and release to create room for inspired energies within us to expand. 21 | NEW CONSCIOUSNESS REVIEW By observing with emotional detachment and gratitude we can thank and release what wants to move through us with acceptance and love. As you dream your creations into being remember that life is change, and change involves tension. Exploring how you engage with these tense moments will allow you to consciously shift from fearful fluctuations to playful potentials. Your daimons exist to motivate you to create – not to stay stuck. As pioneering psychologist Carl Gustav Jung explained, your daimons are not under the ego’s control, and the process itself can feel so intense because it provokes so many inner conflicts. Jung described this intensity as being “in the grip” of a force that took over him. Both intrusive as rowdy guests, and as protective as your guardian angel, your daimons guide you out of your conditioned comfort zone into a re-discovering of your authentic self. When we begin to understand how to dance the dance of transformation, ‘change and tension’ become allies so that we can partner beautifully on life’s dance floor and dance our dreams into a beautiful reality. Pollyanna Blanco is a full-time art educator, writer, ChakradanceTM Facilitator, and Reiki Master who has passionately pursued dance since the age of three. She has been named the 2013 North American Imperial Pro-Am Show dance Champion and the Best of the Best Participant representing the Spring Tulip Classic at the 2013 Ohio Star Ball. Pollyanna loves supporting people as they dance their creative journey. Links: www.inrhythmwithyoursoul.com www.chakradance.com