Identity
We are Spiritual beings. This is our true identity.
Having this knowledge is vital to our well-being. Identity (ideally) is where natural law begins to establish it Self into our way of being, knowing and doing.
The journey of establishing and growing our sense of Self begins from the moment we are born and continues throughout our entire life as beliefs are altered and reestablished through our Minds thoughts, and emotions.
Identity is an inward growing feeling where we build a relationship with our sense of Self. Our spiritual Mind. And through learning about who we are, we create perceptions about how to identify with the world around us, just as the world outside of us creates their own ideas and perceptions about how they identify with you.
Our sense of identity shapes our feelings of belonging, that is, our connection to who we are, to our family, our friends, our community and our roles in life.
Our identity gives meaning to the purpose of our existence.
Without a sense of our true identity we struggle to feel grounded and we can easily feel lost in the world. Knowledge of our true nature is not taught through families systems in the way it is with Indigenous cultures.
Identity shapes our feeling of Self-worth. That is, how we discover and grow our natural creative talents as well as our ability to express how our needs are met so we can be disciplined in a fun and fulfilling way as we learn.
Being grounded in our sense of identity
Our emotional intelligence is intimately connected with our sense of identity. Where we learn to be settled in our Mind, thoughts and awareness. Growing our self-awareness allows us to express our feelings in a way that is truthful and honourable to how we live our life. In how we see our lightness of being, and in how we are seen.
When people do not know who they are, they identify with their physical body, their emotional states, and the external world as being real. This creates a distortion in their belief about their true nature holding them to narrow individualistic thinking. They believe there is nothing outside of their external world and so they cling to their fears, needs and desires. This way of thinking is isolating, creates dependancy and can feel rather lonely. It is currently the state of todays world and it is why there is so much adversity, violence and unhappiness.
Indigenous identity - Feeling proud of who we are.
Children from Indigenous cultures are raised with an understanding of their spiritual nature. Dr Yunupingu says, ‘we are here with our songs, our ceremonies, our land, our language and our people - our full identity’.
‘These words describe what we refer to health: having a full identity, the authority to be who we are, and to live our lives in ways that accord to our culture, country and sustained knowledges’. (Health. Spirit, Country and Culture by Shawana Andrews, Sandra Eades and Fiona Stanley)
Seeing our Selves as much more than an individual
We were all born to belong, not to feel separate. While we have unique personalities to set us apart from one another, it is our uniqueness that brings us together. Human beings need community to thrive. A place where we can share in our unique offerings.
Our connection to our Spirit helps us to grow our human qualities. It is how we learn to move from childhood to adulthood with a strong well disciplined Mind that is centred in love, care, support and inclusiveness.
Our natural rights when our sense of identity is strong
Identifying with our spiritual nature gives us a natural sense of trust and self-belief. We feel secure and grounded in who we are. The life force of our Spirit, our vital energy is strong. Emotions are balanced through being able to express freely our needs, wants and desire. Our Mind enjoys the discipline of learning, mastering creative pursuits, expanding in our ideas, processing thoughts and emotions with ease, and letting go of limiting beliefs such as fear.
Having a strong sense of identity allows us to discover the power of choice. We feel grounded in our sexuality and understand how to create intimate relationships. Connecting to our Spirit gives us the ability to take risks and experience positivity and compassion fully.
Namesake and birthdays
We are given our namesake when we are born to symbolise our inherent qualities. Erika means ‘eternal ruler’. We celebrate our namesake on our birthday to remember how precious, unique and valuable we are. And to feel proud of who we are. Celebrate it, as your most sacred day.
Affirmations to growing a strong identity
I am passionate.
I am a creative being.
I have boundaries that protect me.
I am fulfilled in my passions.
I embrace change as a healthy part of life.
I have an abundance of creativity.
My emotions are in balance. I express my Self openly and freely.
Maintaining your sense of identity
It is only through challenging our inheritance that we strengthen our sense of identity. And, yes, this is through hanging out with our feelings over and over, without analysis, but by listening so we can keep discovering our Self and all that makes us happy, fulfilled and successful on our shared journey of love, caring and happiness.