The Power of Flow: Unleashing Energy and Vitality

There’s a life force within each of us, an energy that fuels everything we do. But over time, between the demands of daily life, work, and family, that vital energy can feel blocked or depleted. I’ve noticed this in myself—the heaviness, the fatigue, the feeling of running on empty. I realized something had to change. I wasn’t just missing balance; I was missing the free-flowing vitality that makes life feel vibrant.

During a recent retreat, I reconnected with the importance of keeping my energy flowing. During the yoga sessions, I found myself deeply attuned to the flow of energy within my body, but it wasn’t always smooth sailing. Some poses challenged me more than others—warrior poses would test my strength, while deep twists seemed to uncover hidden tension, I didn’t know I was holding. In those moments, I’d catch myself tensing up, holding my breath, and fighting through the discomfort. My mind wanted to push through, but my body reminded me to let go.

It was in those difficult moments that I realized how much we can block our own energy. The more I resisted, the more stuck I felt—physically and emotionally. I wasn’t just stretching muscles, I was confronting my own limitations, tension, and blockages. But as I began to breathe deeper, relaxing into the discomfort, I felt the tension start to dissolve. I let the energy flow, just as it needed to.

I began incorporating a mindfulness mix of chakra gemstones into my daily practice, not just for their beauty, but for their ability to unblock and realign energy. Each gemstone corresponds to a different energy center, and when these centers are open and balanced, life flows with ease, grace, and vitality. Wearing a blend of gemstones as jewelry allows me to draw on the energy I need, varying from day to day, offering support or encouragement depending on what I feel drawn to. Instead of choosing based on information I’ve read, I let my intuition guide me.

As someone deeply connected to the ocean, I always find myself gravitating toward shades of blue. My Lapis Lazuli jewelry, which I placed beside my mat during yoga, became a calming presence during the more challenging poses. Its deep blue energy reminded me of the bigger picture—that true flow arises not only in moments of ease but also through the challenges we face.

By the end of the session, I found a rhythm—moving in harmony with the energy, releasing tension rather than holding onto it. The poses that had felt impossible at first began to feel more accessible as I allowed my breath to guide me. That day, I realized that just like in life, energy flows best when we stop resisting and surrender to its natural rhythm, even in the most challenging moments.

The yoga retreat reminded me that vitality isn’t just about bursts of energy or high-powered movement; it’s about creating space for energy to move freely. Allow the energy to flow and immerse yourself fully in the present moment!