Cutting Cords: The Path to Living Uninterrupted
In today's fast-paced world, we constantly encounter distractions and attachments—I like to call them interruptions—that can leave us feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and even trapped. One of the most effective ways to reclaim our power, embody total freedom, and live an uninterrupted life is by cutting cords and relinquishing attachments.
Cutting cords refers to the practice of breaking negative patterns and relationships that are holding you back. This can be anything from toxic friendships and unhealthy romantic relationships to unhealthy work environments and negative thought patterns. By cutting these cords, you are making a conscious decision to let go of anything that is not serving you and your growth.
Relinquishing attachments refers to the practice of actively letting go of the need to control outcomes, and instead, trusting in the natural flow of life. This can be difficult, as it requires us to let go of our need for security and certainty. But when we do, we open ourselves up to new possibilities and opportunities that we may have never even imagined.
In my exploration of my interruptions and attachments, I identified quite a few that often creep in and barricade me from moving forward:
The underlying need for approval, external validation, and being liked… as if my being liked somehow increases my value or self-worth. Individuals who embody total freedom are often not liked, which is of limited importance to them. We relinquish the need for external validation and source it internally.
The laughable illusion that I am ever “in control” of anything. Individuals who embody total freedom relinquish the idea that ”control” is needed. We practice the principle of acceptance. We recognize the distinction between control and power. Control is to force an outcome. Power is our ability to choose and create.
The need to look good and maintain a particular narrative regarding my image—presenting the appearance of having it all together—to gain the validation and approval I seek in attachment #1. Totally free beings understand that “greatness” begins with accepting our wholeness (integrity).
The need to be right… or unwillingness to be wrong. Not allowing the learning inherent with not being right. Total freedom entails relinquishing the need to be right altogether. Being right only serves the ego. Being willing to be wrong engages curiosity and opens up new possibilities.
The need to always reside in the comfort zone. Total freedom embodiment is being okay with temporary discomfort. It entails practicing the art of allowing discomfort and viewing it as another opportunity for growth. There’s also an underlying belief that my freedom is tied to my comfort; thus, I tend to repel any action or task that might propel me towards freedom if my comfort is perceived to be threatened. For me, this shows up with financial freedom. Totally free beings allow freedom and abundance to flow at all times, including moments of discomfort. We recognize our freedom is not circumstantial; it is a choice.
The need for perfection. What does “perfection” even mean? I make it up. And, the goal post changes every time. When is it ever ENOUGH. Total freedom does not require a subscription to the illusion of perfection. In fact, totally free beings redefine perfection as completion. Errors and mis-takes are allowed; they are part of the process. We declare when we are complete when we determine it is enough. Amendments and improvements are made by choice.
The self-concept and perceived identity. Totally free individuals practice being mindfully aware that this is all made up. We build the very houses we trap ourselves in. It is a constant reminder that we are not these walls of thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and attachments. We are the observer of them. Our freedom lies beyond these walls.
The automatic perception that everything is about me. Embodying total freedom entails taking ownership of my role in creating my life without making myself the victim. Totally free beings understand that life occurs. Life happens. Life is not happening TO us. Life is happening THROUGH us. Others’ life choices only impact me to the degree that I allow them, according to my choices. Their choices are not about me. My choices are about me.
The inclination to place people I love on pedestals. I often give the opinions of people I love more weight than I should. Parents. Lovers. Close friends. Colleagues. Totally free beings check in with SELF first. Our values ALWAYS hold more weight in our own lives. If not, we will always be contouring ourselves to fit into their narratives of us until our sense of self fuses with that narrative.
The perception that everything has (or needs to have) a deeper meaning. NOTHING has any inherent meaning except for that which we give it. Totally free beings keep this at the forefront of the psyche. Peace resides here.
By cutting cords and relinquishing attachments, we can step out of our comfort zones, and into a world of total freedom and possibility. No longer held back by negative patterns and relationships, or the need to control outcomes, we are free to create the lives we truly desire.
It's important to remember that cutting cords and relinquishing attachments is not a one-time event, it's a continuous process. It takes time and effort, but the rewards are well worth it. Start by taking a look at the relationships and patterns in your life, and make a conscious decision to sever ties to anything that is not serving you. Make sure it is severed at the root. Trust in the natural flow of life, and watch as portals to new worlds open up for you.
Total freedom is not about being free from attachments and interruptions, but rather, it's about being free to generate the life we envision despite them. By cutting cords and relinquishing attachments, we can source and embody total freedom, and live life… UNINTERRUPTED.
