One of the things I love the most about floating is that it often shows me what I can do better. Getting rid of all external distractions and resting in a calm, comfortable place where I feel safe makes me more open to suggestions, including ones that come from my higher self. When I’ve been in the pod long enough to fully relax into the experience, that’s usually when I start thinking of an area where I can make some improvements. My resistance is practically nonexistent at that point, so it’s extremely easy to accept whatever happens in there, even if it means addressing something that I’ve been actively avoiding in my regular life.
Floating and meditation are two activities that hold up a mirror and show me what aspects of my life need attention. It’s difficult for me to recognize these when I’m around other people since my emotions can run rampant in those situations and prevent me from acting effectively. When I’m alone, it’s easier to settle myself, see things more clearly, and commit to making positive changes. Solitude also affords me opportunities to develop plans for avoiding stressful situations and successfully navigating them if I can’t avoid them.
Everyone should set aside some time at least once a week for self-reflection. Doing some light daily self-reflection and deeper work once or twice a week has worked wonders for me. It’s drastically enhanced my ability to manage my emotions and live at peace with myself, which has, in turn, made all of my relationships better. This week in particular has been wonderful as far as my general mood and interactions with other people are concerned. I think that’s due to the reminders I’ve given myself to pause, breathe, and surrender to whatever happens. These life hacks work well when I use them, so remembering to practice them is half the battle. Fortunately, all of this has steadily gotten easier and is starting to become second for me, and I’m extremely grateful for that.