I have worked at a battered women's shelter for over 2 years. I've done everything I can not to let this experience affect my spirituality. I've used positive affirmations and have tried to see the good beyond these experiences. However, every day I get more negative spiritually. I've even turned in my resignation because I just can't go to work anymore.I need to help the downward spiral I am in. I believe that I was spiritually progressing before I took this job, but I can;t even seem to get back to my former level. Any insights or tools you could give me would be much appreciated. -[name withheld upon request]
Dear One, How wonderful that you have given your time to help battered women. It is not necessary that you do it forever. remember, your spirituality has nothing to do with someone else's patterns. You've seen at close hand what lack of self-love and self-esteem can do to a human being. I have the feeling that you kept trying to "fix" these women, and therefore you felt like a helpless failure. You can only give love and information. Each person is under the law of their own consciousness, and when they are ready to change and grow, they will. Be kind to yourself and give yourself a break. Don't use someone else's negativity as an excuse to deny your own spiritual connection. Go work where you can find joy. A good affirmation for you could be: I AM A BEAUTIFUL PERSON ENJOYING LIFE. I SURROUND MYSELF WITH OTHER LIKE MINDED SOULS. ALL IS WELL IN MY WORLD.
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Louise
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