Protect Your Light

I’ve recently found myself thinking on this topic a lot more. I’ve concluded that it’s either to do with my spiritual awakening or the moons placement…again.

I feel inclined to first say that everyone’s definition of “light” can be different. Our understanding of it can differ depending on where our personal awareness sits and what we are individually aligned with. So my definition of “light”, is that it is the concept of how your aura, your soul’s magic, and a sprinkle of our innate spirit combine. It is visible to everyone, even when you may not know it. Not to be super cliché but think about a time when you’ve met somebody that you feel just shines inside and out. Their “vibe” almost feels iridescent. That to me, would be you acknowledging their light.

Although it is a beautiful thing, it doesn’t make it immune to any danger. In fact, it is quite susceptible to “attacks”. I’m one of those typical spiritualists who believe in energetical and spiritual attacks, so read on at your own will, but let me tell you what those mean to me. In other words, darkness is drawn to light, and it can sometimes try to dim it. I’m referring to those who are not in tune with their own light, as this can create negative feelings towards those that are. If you’re the person mentioned before, you are here to shine your light. Let it be free. To those who see their light, keep shining.

The main example of one of these attacks, is when you may know an energy who will do things consciously to try and create turmoil for you. It can be physical or energetical. I know many people will say yes to this, but let’s not forget that we’re all human too. So, if you did that person wrong intentionally, their bad vibes towards you don’t come out of the blue. (sorry). In my experience, it can manifest in numerous ways. It can look like someone trying to consistently cause a problem, someone trying to live in your energy while projecting negativity onto it, or maybe they just outright try to outshine it by imitating it. Whatever the case may be, it may be not be blatantly apparent to said energy, but you can always keep a boundary. Side note: look out for energy vampires. These people have seen your light from a mile away and are living to exhaust it dry!

Here's some advice on how to protect your light:

Firstly, you need to understand your own. Get familiar with it. How does it show up in you, when do you shine the brightest or maybe the opposite? How does it make you feel and how do you respond to it? Understanding your own light first can help you to put boundaries up next. So that brings us to identifying how different energies can affect it. Sort of like noticing when your personal energy feels off after mingling with others, or entering into certain spaces. Whether it be internal or external, it’s good to get some knowledge on this to create peace between yourself and others around you. Lastly, set boundaries in place to make sure your light isn’t being dimmed. Honorary mention to my people pleasers: learn to say no or block it out if you think it’s going to dim you down. Your light is special and should be treated as such by you.

I’m a believer that everybody has a light. If you don’t think so, maybe consider the fact that a lot of experiences can also dim a person’s light. Their light may just be temporarily sitting in the shade. Nonetheless, we can always create a boundary. Whether that be to protect yours, nourish it, or get to know it, it’s valid. The most important thing is that you recognise the beauty in your own soul. We are created uniquely and that’s the main thing that makes us wonderful. Your light will always be entirely you, and the world is waiting to see it! Take care of it and enjoy it 😊