The Power to Release

Release

Definition: allow or enable to escape from confinement: set free; the action or process of being released

Synonyms: free, let go, let out, liberate, reveal, disclose, publish, broadcast

Antonyms: imprison, tie up, suppress

Sentences: Release the prisoner. My book was released in March.

Resist

Definition: withstand the action or effect of; refrain from doing or having

Synonyms: combat, counter, endure, fight back, push away, repel, keep out, oppose, defy, go against, block, stop, prevent

Antonyms: give in to, accept, welcome, surrender

Sentences: Resist the enemy. I can't resist the chocolate cake.

Who Holds the Power?

The one who holds authority has the power to release. The one who has no authority resists.

When I embrace my authority, I no longer resist my emotions. Shame, blame, guilt, judgement, depression, grief, boredom, anger, rage...all are allowed to move freely and be released. I stop being afraid of being embarrassed, rejected, judged, criticized, ridiculed, or hurt. I allow and welcome the parts of me I feel ashamed of.