MMM - 07/12/07
Our Deepest Fear
by Marianne Williamson from A Return To Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
Do you fear your power? Do you hide your power instead of stepping into it? Do you play big or small? Why? What are your belief systems surrounding being powerful and playing big? What do you imagine the consequences would be if you started to let your own light shine?
Further resources:
My friend and teacher Jenn Givler has devoted much time and effort to this very subject of hiding own’s power. Read all about it on her blog. Start here with a quiz to see if you are indeed hiding your power.
Hiding your power? Take this quiz and find out.
Katherine Reschke
ICoachMoms.com - Work at Home Moms Coach
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Oh my, this kind of verbal networking is great, even for someone like me who has always shied away from telephones! I’m just wondering how in the world do people actually keep track of all their new networking buddies we’re sure to connect with here? Any suggestions for this newbie would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys
Comment by Kate Damman (subscribed to comments) »
This event was awesome today! And, as you can see, this topic is near and dear to my heart. I would love to help you out if you find it a challenge to stand in your power. Not only do I teach this, but I was someone that hid her power as well. I hid my power through my actions because I was so afraid of being abandoned. I’ll tell you that story sometime
The point is, I know what it feels like to be someone who wants to express themselves authentically, but has no idea how to break out of the cycle.
So, if there is something on your mind around this topic, or if you need help standing in your power, post it here - I’m happy to help
Comment by Jenn Givler (subscribed to comments) »
Oh - I meant to tell Katherine what an AWESOME host she is! I can’t wait to participate in future events!!
Comment by Jenn Givler (subscribed to comments) »
Katherine, this was so awesome. I just went back to Jenn’s site and took the test and realized that I do hide my power and now I know how and what to do about it and I feel empowered. You and Jenn make a swell team. I found some other stuff on her site while I was there as well.
Also, loved the networking. I got to really get to know several of the people whom I have been chatting with in a closer way. Really enjoyed the diverse group of people that were there. Looking forward to many many more.
Elizabeth McElrath
Sonshine Enterprises
Comment by Elizabeth McElrath (subscribed to comments) »
Great show, Katherine. I appreciated being brought in by phone, since my MacIntosh computer can’t yet access the system. I love that you were able to so efficiently multi-task and stay on top of things, including responding to my Skype “chat” queries. I found the latter most helpful since I could not actually be in the “room” with you all.
Continued success to you and all the current and future leaders, as well as participants.
Appreciatively,
Sheila
Comment by Sheila Finkelstein (subscribed to comments) »
Elizabeth! I am so happy that you’re feeling more empowered!! YAY!!!!! If you have any questions as you move through the process, just give me a shout.
Katherine is awesome, isn’t she?!?
Comment by Jenn Givler (subscribed to comments) »