By Lenka Spiska
When we look at children, it’s hard to deny the internal power they are born with. As adults we try to make them fit into our world, to tame their internal power and, when we do this, they slowly mold to our expectations. If we balance this desire with explanation, compassion and love, hopefully no damage is done. However, often we see children growing up stripped of all internal power, which translates into insecurities.
When you look at spirited—very much alive—children with healthy self esteem, notice that they do not care if they look different, or if their socks match—and they sure do not mind if they throw a tantrum in front of others. Similarly, it is refreshing to see parents who are confident and do not allow themselves to be judged by their children’s little tantrums or fashion statements. For them, it is more important to teach their kids to make small empowering decisions instead of worrying about what others will say. Does it really matters if your child wears a Christmas hat on a hot July day?
When we find ourselves as adults trying to fit into a society that was established for us long ago, one in which changes are very difficult and slow, we are placed in a situation that tests our inner power daily.
We not only grow up in a belief system that we quietly observe and maybe question in our own heads, we are faced with more and more rules, regulations, waivers, disclaimers, and the list go on.
When we decide to challenge any of these rules, make some waves, disagree with some belief system, or maybe with a person who is in charge, we feel like the outcasts and the “bad guys.”
Wait a minute! Have you ever thought that the “bad guy” who is making all the waves is subject to a belief system that just doesn’t resonate anymore? He feels empowered to do something about it, not even realizing that maybe he is also empowering the people around him, giving them permission to stand for their own beliefs.
You see, we are no different from our beautiful children. Some people have more internal power than others. Let’s not judge and diminish each other’s internal power. We never know where the other person is coming from and where the situation will lead to. We must understand that inner power is attached to love and good intentions. Let’s love and respect the inner power in each and every one of us.
Here are some examples of people who had inner power and changed our belief systems on important levels: Jesus, Gandhi, Mother Theresa, Elvis Presley, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Oprah, Steve Jobs, and Lady Gaga. Will you be next on the list?
“Be the change you wish to see in the world. —Gandhi
Lenka Spiska was born and raised in the Czech Republic, where she spent time with her family learning about Tarot, intuitive readings, energy healing and herbal remedies. She has traveled the world extensively and speaks four languages. Lenka studied nutrition both in Europe and the United States and is a trained Reiki Master/Teacher. After her daughters were born, Lenka’s intuitive gifts and passion for spiritual knowledge were reawakened, and she now serves as a spiritual guide and health intuitive. Lenka believes in empowering others by teaching them to listen to their inner voice and their own truth. She also works with board-certified Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Teresa Sievers in Estero, FL. For more information visit www.lenkaspiska.com.