There are many ways holding on can have a deleterious effect on our lives. We may cling to an old letter, a gift, relationship or even a belief unaware of the energy it takes to hold on. When we grasp too tightly, we have no room for anything else.

Imagine if money, love, opportunity fell from the sky and you were ready to catch them all. But suddenly you realized your old ways of thinking, your addictions, your false beliefs were literally a handful. And because you weren’t willing to let go of the old stuff, the stuff that wasn’t serving you anymore, you could not pursue what you really wanted. This is the reality for many of us who suffer from holding onto bad habits, negativity thinking, and unhealthy beliefs.

Sometimes it takes hearing the stories of others who risked letting go of their own demons in order for us to do the same. After reading Mental Health Humor blogger Chato’s weight-loss journey, you may find your own strength to work on your health. Or you may find the energy and motivation you need to release old, unhelpful beliefs that aren’t serving you in the areas of happiness, health and positive thinking. With insight and knowledge, anything is possible. May these posts bring you hope and inspiration this week.

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