Feeling Pain? Here's a Hardy Hibiscus Hug

Good morning and welcome to the August 18 edition of my Monday Morning Huddle!

Today, it's all about the Hibiscus flower and its lending a hand energy in alleviating pain. Whether physically or emotionally, if you are suffering from pain of any sort, then this post might help a little- at least, that is my hope.

Unfortunately, pain often feels like second nature to me these days. Yesterday marked six months since my work-related accident, involving a medial meniscus tear. I am out of work and still waiting for approval from Workers 'Compensation for my knee surgery. Things have escalated to a level three request after two denials, and my emotions have been all over the place while I try to remain patient.

Between feeling neglected and not taken seriously, my physical pain has worsened. A recent fall at home and pain extending to my hip have given more than my body a run for its money- my emotions are suffering too! I try to suck it up, so to speak, and be strong, but over the weekend, enough is enough became too much to bear, and I broke down over the phone while talking to my youngest daughter.

Collecting my thoughts and regaining self-composure meant doing one of my favorite things: going outside into nature for a much-needed piece of her abundant nurture.

And I found it located in one of my neighbors' gardens in the form of a pink Hibiscus.

I am fortunate to have access to a variety of flora-rich landscapes in my neighborhood, and I make it my business to visit them accordingly, absorbing what I call medicinal spiritual energy vibes.

Instantly, my attention turned to the radiant, showy petals and the soothing feeling the pink emitted from its bloom. It felt like a hug, an embrace from not only nature, but the divine. It was exactly what I needed in that precise moment. Furthermore, I knew this gift had to be the focus of this week's Monday Morning Huddle.

A gift from me to you delivered via spirit.

I photographed the Hibiscus this morning, but before heading to the garden, I was a little worried the lovely pink ones might have caught the bad side of last night's winds here in New York. To my delight, the flowers went undisturbed, all standing just as proud and beautiful as the day before. Then I realized: Hibiscus are resilient and thrive in various conditions.

This thought drew a not-so-coincidental parallel to the physical world and my own physical being.

Then I thought about others, their pain, all the things people go through physically and emotionally, and the hug I felt from nature paired with spirit the day before felt even more facilitating. And I knew I had to make it known that resilience is available, it's waiting, it's waving its hand to all.

Pink Hibiscus and its wide open petals remind us not only that the divine embraces us through our most trying times, but also nudges us to enfold ourselves.

Self-love and self-compassion anoint the five-petal flower, calling our attention inward to the heart and sacral chakras, guiding us to emotional healing, balance, and softer sentiments, serenading among the louder notes of pain.

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The Hibiscus aligns with love, feminine energy, purity, spiritual awakening, and resilience.

The Hibiscus is a common centerpiece in rituals and herbal remedies, especially tea. Used during meditation, it provides focus and clarity, protection, and healing properties.

My hope and wish with today's huddle is for you, the reader, to accept the virtual hug, not only from me, but from nature and spirit.

If you happened to stop by today and are suffering from any type of pain, I am so sorry you are going through this tough time right now, but I understand the feeling.

Trust and believe this time is only temporary. Turn to nature for alleviation and allow yourself a let-go moment when your attention turns to something different, like a flower, perhaps even a Hibiscus.

Enfold yourself and know that a hug from a higher power is always close by.

Have a beautiful week, and remember to get outside!

If feeling inspired, check out today's huddle on my YouTube podcast!