Episode 16: Holding Space for Others; Getting Comfortable with Silence

On this episode we discuss learning how to step out of the way and practice holding space for others. 

Life has increasingly sped up, including how we communicate with others.  Interrupting, throughout society, has become more and more prevalent.  When we interrupt others, especially in high emotional situations, this can cause a feeling of disconnect, like there is a lack of support being received, and a feeling of being rushed and unimportant. 

Holding space for others allows for greater connection, an opportunity for people to process through verbal release, which can allow for healing to begin.  Holding space for others is actively listening, to receive what they are feeling, not to take it on, but to receive the information and provide support. Engaging while you listen, like nodding your head, will help you to communicate that you are continuing to listen and hold space for them to continue. Relax and allow for the information to be revealed.  

It's important to protect yourself from attaching to what others are feeling, especially for those that are empathic!  Use this quick guided Protection Bubble Meditation from Shyra any time you need.  

2:03 - Protection Bubble Meditation/Guidance (Episode 15: In Moments of Need, You are Never Alone; Karista Shares a Vulnerable Situation)

Most importantly, don't forget to hold space for yourself.  It's a tough practice to start, but start by sitting with yourself for 5 minutes, in a comfortable space, without any distractions.  Practice connecting with your breath by pulling it deep into your belly; go inward to connect with your body; go upward to connect with your spirit.  Sit still and be.  

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***Do you accept the CHALLENGE?! ***

For all of our listens, we invite you to practice holding space for others. Practice pausing and actively listen, giving at least 5 seconds (1 deep breath) to allow for thoughts to be finished verbalizing, and receive what they said.  This is a multipurpose challenge!  Let's get vulnerable and speak our truth! Tell others what you are doing, challenging yourself to not interrupt, and ask them to hold you accountable to it! 

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