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Harmony In Spite the Dissonance

Living our lives in dissonance while trying to live our lives in harmony with ourselves, others and nature.

Definitions according to Webster’s Dictionary:

Cognitive Dissonance-

It refers to the mental conflict that occurs when a person’s behaviors and beliefs do not align.  It may also happen when a person holds two beliefs that contradict one another.  Cognitive dissonance causes feelings of unease and tension, and people attempt to relieve this discomfort in different ways.

Harmony-

It refers to an agreement in action, opinion, feeling things on one accord. Harmony refers to order or congruity of parts to their whole or to one another.

It seems to be a constant effort to sort through the maze of cognitive dissonance that is ever present in trying to engulf us in a state of unease and tension.  It captivates and distracts us from enjoying the harmony and peace that we are not only entitled to but are worthy of. Our life cannot thrive in a state of dissonance and confusion. It puts us in a survival modality of living and that prohibits us from realizing the full potential of our destiny, and the abundance of joy that could be experienced. How do we rise above this state of dissonance and discord in our lives?

The first thing I would suggest is to acknowledge the presence and draw that confusion and dissonance can have on our lives.  Secondly, call it out when you feel it or slip into it’s grasp. Thirdly, take an inventory of where this discord is coming from and what or who is trying to engage you into stepping out of yourself and falling prey to this state of upset that impacts you physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  Fourthly, you have to create a ritual of defense that can be used to circumvent the noise and drama that is trying to captivate your attention.  Take deep breaths! Close your eyes for a moment! Think of something that makes you smile and comfortable- at ease! Transfer your spirit being into another place that resides outside of the confusion and drama. 

The more you practice your ritual, the more you will be able to instinctually remove yourself from situations and people that do not support your well being. We have to work intentionally to keep our peace and live in harmony with ourselves, others and nature. We are worthy of a joy filled life to balance out the dissonance that will come our way naturally. 

Peace Be Still!