Chopra - Healers and Practitioners Summit - Breaking Down Societal Constructs and Limiting Beliefs

The third session of Chopra’s Healers and Practitioners Summit featured Devi Brown Chief Impact Officer at Chopra Global and Daniel Sannito, Writer and Educator.

Breaking Down Societal Constructs and Limiting Beliefs

The topic, Breaking Down Societal Constructs and Limiting Beliefs, helped open my eyes to underlying constructs that many people are probably not aware of, or if they are, they aren’t aware to the level of depth that people experience them. I’m truly humbled to be part of a community that is so open to sharing, teaching, and helping to bring to light the beliefs that limit us as individuals, as family members, and as friends.

1.     What is a societal construct and how can we release preconceived notions so we can become our higher self?

a.     A societal construct is anything that external forces tell us we should be. This might include what we should be wearing, what job we should have, or how we should operate in the world. Some societal constructs have been built over the centuries as a form of oppression. We are here to study it, observe it, and understand it so that we can move beyond it.

2.     Part of breaking down these constructs is knowing that you are seen, you are not alone, and that the problem isn’t you. There is a larger construct at play, and you shouldn’t blame yourself for what you may be feeling.

3.     Everyone’s goal, and mine as a meditation teacher, is to create “brave” spaces. We can’t determine what is “safe” for everyone, but by being willing to see outside of our own lived experience, we can validate others experience in how we show up. Many are searching for belonging, validation, to be seen, listened to and we need to create a space to empower people.

4.    As a facilitator and teacher, I will continue to provide a space that is accessible because you can only meet people as deeply as you have met yourself. I commit to own my spiritual practice and being of service to others by filling my cup first and then allowing the overflow to hold the space needed for individuals or groups to practice in a sacred, “brave” place.

Namaste!