I Love...

I've spent the last few years away from people and most social activities. I continued spiritual studies and practices, worked what I call a "mainstream" job, and did "home things" like baking, gardening, and dealing with fibromyalgia.  I retired from my job at the end of last year, and went through the adjustment of not having to get up, get dressed, and go somewhere.  It was mentally and financially trying at first.  Gradually I adjusted to the changes.  
Recently I decided it was time to get back out there, time to leave the cocoon I had created.  I checked out a Tai Chi class, joined a local spiritual group, and started the process of teaching a Community Education class on the chakras.  That's when the feelings of anxiety set in.  I was doubting my ability to follow through on these activities.  
The anxiety stayed with me until yesterday.  I'm not sure what triggered it, but I woke up knowing there was more to me than what I was feeling.  I did a meditation journey that brought me some great insights.  I created sacred space and was trying to express my love for Spirit, Mother Earth, the beautiful plants in my gardens...but I was having trouble expressing the deep feelings I was having.  That's when Spirit told me all I needed to say is "I LOVE!"  How simple, yet how powerful. 
Spirit went on to tell me that in order to connect with my power I needed to affirm that I AM LOVE.  That was another great revelation.  If I am love, there is no room for fear or anxiety.  I AM LOVE is my power.  It is my confidence, compassion, motivation, and fulfillment.  It has left me full of joy, and that joy has energized me to move forward.  It can work for you, too.