Things Under the Rug: The Silent Weight of Avoidance

We all have things we push under the rug. Dreams we delay, emotions we suppress, responsibilities we dodge. At first, it seems harmless—out of sight, out of mind. But over time, that small pile grows into a mountain we can’t ignore.

Procrastination whispers, “Later.”

Doubt says, “Maybe this isn’t for me. ”

Fear warns, “What if I fail?”

But here’s the truth: Nothing under the rug ever disappears. It lingers, waiting for the moment we trip over it, forcing us to deal with what we’ve been avoiding.

Why Do We Hide Things?

We tell ourselves stories:

• “I’ll start when I have more time.”

• “I’m not ready yet.”

• “Maybe this dream isn’t meant for me.”

  
  

But deep down, we know that’s not true. Growth doesn’t come from waiting—it comes from action. Healing doesn’t happen by ignoring—it happens by facing. The longer we avoid, the heavier the weight becomes.

The Spiritual Truth:

What Lies Beneath Holds Power

In ancient wisdom, hidden energies are known to affect our present reality. In many spiritual traditions, unhealed wounds and suppressed desires are seen as stagnant energy that can manifest as blockages in our lives.

The ancients taught that what we resist, persists. In Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, unresolved emotions can manifest as physical symptoms. In spiritual practices like shamanism, our unaddressed shadows—our fears, doubts, and neglected callings—can drain our vitality and keep us from stepping into our divine purpose.

My Journey:

Facing the Fear of Building My Dream

For years, I had a vision—Zoul Kreation. It wasn’t just an idea; it was something I had carried in my heart since childhood. But instead of birthing it into reality, I kept sweeping it under the rug. Why? Because I was afraid. Afraid of doing everything alone. Afraid of having too many ideas and watching none of them fully bloom. And, of course, afraid of the people who didn’t support me—the ones who thought my dreams were too big, too unrealistic.

I found myself torn between living life as it was or chasing something that felt impossible. And then, life knocked me off the throne I thought I was secure on. I had to decide—would I keep hiding, or would I finally face my purpose?

Lifting that rug wasn’t easy. It meant confronting self-doubt, fear, and the reality that some people would never understand my vision. But the moment I chose to step into my calling, I realized something powerful: the only thing standing between me and my dreams was me. The weight I had been carrying wasn’t my failure—it was my resistance to starting.

Lifting the Rug:

The Power of Confrontation

So, what’s under your rug?

• A project you’ve been postponing?

• A conversation you’ve been dreading?

• A dream you’ve been convincing yourself isn’t yours to chase?

It’s time to lift the rug. Look at what’s there—not with fear, but with the understanding that it’s never too late to clean up and move forward.

A powerful spiritual practice to release what’s hidden is journaling with intention. Write down what you’ve been avoiding, then visualize yourself clearing the weight from your life. You can also use sound healing, meditation, or burning sacred herbs like sage or Palo Santo to energetically cleanse what has been lingering.

Ancient Wisdom:

Guidance for Clearing the Path

• The Law of Release: Let go, and the Universe fills the space with blessings. What you surrender, you make room for greater things to arrive.

• The Power of Acknowledgment: What is seen can be healed. The moment you acknowledge what you've avoided, you take its power away.

• Sacred Action: Every small action towards clearing the weight creates a ripple effect in your life. A single step forward shifts your energy entirely.

Your Challenge: One Step Today

Pick one thing—just one—that you’ve been avoiding. It could be a simple step, like writing that email, setting that boundary, or opening that journal. Then, do it. Watch how light you feel when you start moving instead of hiding.

Remember, nothing under the rug ever disappears. But when you clear it out, you make space for something greater. ✨

What’s one thing you’re ready to stop sweeping away? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear your thoughts!