Anxiety's Message

Even returning to my morning practice of yoga, qigong, and meditation I have found myself still waking with anxiety in the mornings. While the wedding is done there is still a big reception coming up, as well as the adjustments and changes that life brings with these events. But anxiety doesn't have to be the enemy, nor something to judge ourselves about. In fact, anxiety can be a very effective tool in giving us messages. Anxiety tells us what is important to us. A job, the ability to be seen as competent (by ourself or others), a want to provide service, or any number of topics could leave us with stress and anxiety. For me, today, it is that I forgot to keep a commitment that I had made and I feel anxiety wondering if there are other things I have forgotten and how I can amend my integrity. But the beautiful thing about anxiety is, we have the choice to stay in it, giving away our power to worry, or use it as a tool for action. Anxiety tells us what is important to us. Mine is telling me that friendship and integrity are very important to me. I cannot change what has happened and I have already apologized. Now is the time for forgiveness of myself and taking action for the future. I will make a renewed effort to be active in my friendships and be mindful of the promises I make. I will take time before making promises and commitments to be sure I truly have the time to commit. And I will accept that I am human and mistakes are part of that experience, as well as making amends. 
This morning I'm grateful for the words to say I'm sorry. I'm grateful to recognize my anxiety and step back from it so I can rebalance once again. I'm grateful to have great friends. I'm grateful for forgiveness and love both from myself and others. I'm grateful to use a variety of techniques to clear the physical signs of anxiety from my body. I'm grateful for the symphony of nature that is accompanying me this morning with the windows open. And I'm grateful to return to a state of restfulness now that the message has been processed.
What is your body and spirit telling you? Do you have anxiety? What can it tell you about what is important in your life? May you be blessed with the insights to ease your anxiety. May you find love and acceptance within your heart. Have a beautiful day!