There was a moment the other day, when I realized, that I am starting to let go more. Let go of being right. Let go of being wrong. Let go of trying to get people to understand. Let go of overexplaining. Let go of the past stories that have me stuck in a loop. Let go of adjusting within certain groups of people. Let go of being a certain way so others feel comfortable. It feels like I have shifted into more of an observer and beginning to choose, mindfully, where I put my energy.
In relationships, I’ve been in the longest I have let go during conversations, because I honestly didn’t hear or comprehend what it was the other was saying even though I was trying really hard. And you know it is okay not to understand. What’s peaceful is looking into their eyes to smile and accept.
I find that when around groups of people I listen intently and when it’s time to speak, I say what I need to say and try move on as quickly as possible. For me the goal is not to hold onto it. In my observation I learn my own lessons through others and often go within to raise more of my own awareness. This means journaling, sitting quietly for periods for time, walking or focusing on breathing.
I think letting go is the transition to acceptance. I also think it is an experience of fully learning how to allow things without holding on to them. Holding on is heavy and can create stress. I’m not always successful at letting go of everything, but it’s so much easier now. The experience is re-teaching me how to be in the moment again. It’s a peaceful feeling.
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