“Whenever my busy thoughts were out of control, the soothing comfort of your presence calmed me down and overwhelmed me with delight.” (Psalm 94:19 TPT)
Untangling my long hair is time-consuming. When I wake up in the morning, my hair looks like a bird’s nest. The friction of tossing and turning while sleeping results in unruly knots. Fortunately, I have learned some tricks to remove the tangles. I take small sections of hair and run my fingers slowly through them. When I encounter a knot, I patiently separate out each strand of hair. Once I clear one section, I go to the next. The process cannot be rushed. When I have removed all the tangles, I use a homemade, leave-in conditioner made up of shea butter, coconut oil, and lavender. I anoint my head with this aromatic blend. Then, I use a comb to gently distribute the conditioner all through my hair. Finally, I braid my hair and fasten it with a velvet band. This daily, self-care routine feels empowering and nurturing.
I have a similar self-care routine with my mind, too. Every day, I deal with a plethora of information and emotions. Busy thoughts lead to tangled truths. The friction between worries, distractions, and complexities creates a mess in my head. I have to take time daily to organize the chaos. I take small sections and patiently parse each concept. Once I have clarification, I move to the next knotty issue. The process is time-consuming. Eventually, I feel a sense of serenity--an anointing of wisdom and discernment. Finally, I send my written thoughts to my band of spiritual companions who interweave their insights with mine. We grow in strength and awareness as we empower and nurture each other.
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