I finished my 'Smile Me' Experiment at the end of January and I learned a great deal about the dynamics of human interaction. I found out I am much more outgoing than I gave myself credit for. I realized that most people are just like me in that they stay in their world of the mind, focusing on daily tasks, thoughts, sort of living in their heads. That was my experience anyway. I suppose it really depends on the environment. An athlete might be less likely to stay in their heads than say a mom who is juggling lots of things, wondering when she will find time to use the bathroom.
I learned that we can adjust our experiences by slowing down, even stopping and just looking around (another cliche). But it is so true. I couldn't see the energetic space around people until I actually stopped and took the time to see and feel what was happening. That alone was a valuable lesson in all this. I am now more conscious of where I am spacially, relative to another person, the energy of the building, lights, air temperature, colors, shapes that influence my movement and thoughts. All these components create a psychospiritual sense which alters me physiologically. I feel as if I am responding in the way our ancestors may have to their own perceptions of threats or connections to God.
I now see that we are all sensitive but may not be aware of the extreme awesomeness for the capacity to perceive on subtle levels. Scientists have done studies about how a women use some hyper ability, related to gene compatibilities, judging whether a man's mannerisms or physicality are a good match. I like to believe my reaction is a spiritual affirmation for me, that I am being heard by God, my guardian angel, spiritual ancestors, family members who have passed on, even as I write this. But as I will explain in future blogs, Neptune is moving into Pisces, opposing my sun. This personal aspect can cause either delusions, illusions, great creativity, or elevated spiritual awareness to name a few possibilities. I choose spiritual awareness. All this awareness is uplifting to my soul. Good times.
BUT, it is so easy to fall back into old habits of staying in my head. Challenging myself to smile, has forced me to lift my head and I see a world that I didn't know existed. Awareness of this 'world within our world' gives me the validation about spirit around us and working through us.