There are people who elevate the energy in a room and those who deflate it. Some folks radiate joy and positivity while others seem to always emit negativity or bitterness. The magical part is that we all have the free will to change, to completely shift our vibration from low to high, and by doing that, we not only impact our own lives, but also those around us.
The idea of humans being a collective set of energetic atoms and the ensuing power of this fact has only become mainstream in modern history. Until the past couple of decades, there wasn’t a lot of talk about human “energy” and “vibration.” There may have been a sect of folks who dabbled in the metaphysical, but without the internet, it wasn’t common knowledge.
Growing up, I watched my parents, teachers and other adults follow the tried-and-true trajectory of life (go to college, get a job, find a spouse, have kids, work hard, retire) only to end up unsettled or restless once all the milestones were checked off, as if they were forced into this plan with no power to pave a new path. The pendulum is swinging and younger generations are questioning if this status quo is truly the best way to lean into the highest versions of ourselves.
Considering that humans emit energy, both good and bad, we have the capacity to heal and uplift one another, but also the capacity to hurt and wound one another. There’s the old adage, “Happy people heal faster.” I know this to be true because I’ve seen it play out in my own sphere. When people are surrounded by love, family, prayer and good energy, they heal faster than if they’re lonely, negative or around people with a doomsday mentality. Similarly, not only can humans absorb and heal through other humans and animals, but we can also heal by being around nature. Ponder how much better you feel when you are outside among the trees and birds or near water like a river or ocean, as opposed to being inside a stuffy, cluttered house.
All of this brings me to the concept of frequency and vibration. We’re each operating from an energetic frequency. Much like a radio, it’s easier to tune into people on the same frequency, and it feels discordant when trying to tune into someone on a different frequency. Similarly, functioning from a high vibration is an actual state of being and one that brings about the fullest, most enjoyable life. What exactly is a high vibe person? It would be someone who exudes positivity, empathy, compassion, emotional resilience, vibrant health, gratitude, authenticity and creativity. These individuals routinely work on self improvement and spiritual growth. They radiate joy, have a sense of humor and experience harmonious relationships.
The good news is if you feel irritable, negative, victimized or bitter, you may simply need to increase your vibration or tune into a different frequency, which is easier than you think. Strategies include connecting with nature, journaling and other spiritual practices, focusing on physical health by eating real food and moving the body, sound healing (listening to relaxing, meditative music instead of loud, aggressive music), nurturing your relationships, giving back to others and your communities, reading inspirational books and poetry, being an active listener and curious about others, living compassionately, incorporating deep breathing into your daily routine and making choices based on core values.
An incredible effect of high vibration people is that they tend to come out on top. Even if they don’t get what they want all of the time, their emotional resilience and calm nervous system allow them to take things in stride.
A number of our elected officials are functioning at a low frequency, those who try to coerce change instead of inspire forward progress. The results they seek will never come when operating from this space. Reflecting upon the past and the many figures who have positively influenced history, they were all functioning from an elevated frequency.
I encourage all of us to go out into the world this week and act in one or more ways to increase our own energetic field. In doing so, we will unknowingly motivate those around us. Gandhi operated from a significantly high frequency, and like he said, “Be the change you want to see in the world.”
(Susanna Shetley is a writer and editor who lives in Haywood County. susanna.b@smokymountainnews.com.)