In the hustle and bustle of our digital age, finding moments of peace and spiritual connection can be increasingly challenging. Social media platforms constantly demand our attention, filling our minds and hearts with a never-ending stream of information and distractions. Amidst this noise, have you ever felt a yearning for something deeper, a longing to draw closer to God and nurture your spiritual intelligence?
My Personal Journey: A Leap of Faith
As someone caught in the whirlwind of virtual life, I once found myself craving a change – a change that would allow me to silence the digital noise and listen to the whispers of my soul. That whisper, speaking loudly from the depths of my soul led me to embark on a social media detox. I made a conscious decision to disconnect from the virtual world and reconnect with the serenity within. Little did I know that this simple act would lead me on an extraordinary spiritual journey. A journey that would change the course of my life.
Disconnect to Reconnect: Finding God in Silence
The initial days of my social media detox were marked by restlessness and a sense of missing out. However, as I gradually let go of the virtual noise, I found myself immersed in the symphony of nature, basking in the beauty of simple moments that I had long overlooked. With each passing day of my detox, I could feel the invisible veil between me and the Divine thinning, creating space for a deeper spiritual connection to flourish. Within the first few days, I began to feel an unforeseen weight that I did not realize I was carrying begin to lift. I was feeling lighter! The silence of sacred solitude embraced with a hug that I had been longing to feel. This felt like peace, this felt like being in the shadow of the Almighty and it felt like safety!
Embracing Stillness: Cultivating Spiritual Intelligence
In the absence of constant notifications and curated content, I discovered the power of stillness. Embracing moments of quiet reflection, I delved into prayer, meditation, and scriptures, nurturing my spiritual intelligence. Through this process, I unearthed profound insights, finding solace in the wisdom and guidance that transcends the illusionary nature of social media trends. I had told myself prior to disconnecting every single one of my social media platforms that I was giving God thirty days, ha, imagine that! To my surprise, God was giving me thirty days to draw closer to Him and to find an unspeakable joy as I dwelt within His secret place.
Nature's Cathedral: Rediscovering the Divine
As I ventured outdoors, immersing myself in the untouched beauty of creation, I realized that God's presence was not confined to the virtual realm but echoed in every rustle of leaves and whisper of the wind. Surrounded by the magnificence of nature, I found a renewed sense of awe and reverence, forging a spiritual bond with the Creator that transcended the boundaries of pixels and screens. I had been here before, in this space. The space of sacred solitude. The space where I could hear the voice of my creator as if I was walking alongside Him in the garden. I stopped to wonder, just for a moment, what distracted me? How did I become so consumed, lost, and in the wilderness again? My train of thought is broken within a blink of an eye. My gaze is caught on this one golden, orange leaf descending from the sky as if it's summoning me to come and dance. I watch in awe as I feel the presence of God sending chills throughout my body to alert me that He was also here with me.
The Ripple Effect: Transforming Perspectives and Priorities
Through my social media detox journey, I experienced a profound shift in my perspective. Materialistic pursuits and shallow validations lost their allure as I rekindled my connection with God. Suddenly, petty grievances faded into insignificance, replaced by a profound sense of gratitude and humility. My priorities realigned, focusing on nurturing relationships, acts of kindness, and moments of spiritual enrichment. Before I decided to disconnect from social media I had gotten an inner nudge. This message, divine in nature, or maybe it was the higher calling I had been searching to find most of my life. I had made an announcement via Ig that I wanted everything that I do, especially my writing to be for the glory of the Most High and Kingdom advancement. Funny, how much we think that we are in control only to realize that God has always been in control, even to the point that He predestined our paths before we were even born.
I literally just opened my eyes one day and something within me shifted. I can't even take credit for the thought; I can only say that God decided to answer my prayer that day and align my thoughts with His higher thoughts. Soon after, I felt the intuitive nudge to disconnect from social media and I listened!
The Path Forward: Balancing Connection and Contemplation
Someone asked me as I am nearing my 30 days when I was coming back on social media, to be honest I really don't feel the need to. However, I gradually reintegrated digital interactions into my life post-detox, I did so with newfound awareness and intention. Instead of mindless scrolling, I sought meaningful connections and uplifting content. Balancing the virtual and the spiritual realms, my intention, to ensure that my online presence reflects my values and spiritual insights I have gained during my time of introspection. Slowly and carefully, I am integrating myself back into the digital realm of so-called reality. My reasons, I'll reveal sooner or later, maybe.
Embrace the Journey: A Call to Rediscover the Sacred
Unplug from the virtual noise, immerse yourself in the beauty of creation, and rediscover the sacred in the simplicity of everyday moments. Embrace the silence, nurture your spiritual intelligence, and watch as the invisible threads that bind you to the divine grow stronger with each passing day.
In a world inundated with distractions, a social media detox can serve as a powerful tool to draw closer to God, igniting a spiritual flame within that burns bright with faith, love, and reverence. Step away from the screens, open your heart to the whispers of the divine, and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening.
Let the stillness guide you, let nature inspire you, and let God's presence envelop you in a cocoon of peace and grace.
Unplug, reconnect, and rediscover the divine within.
LaMia Michele
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