It is very difficult for people to let go of a belief system that they have had a strong attachment to when they come to the realization that it hasn’t been valid or serving them appropriately. It can come with all of the stages of grief – shock, anger, denial, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. The person may feel duped, foolish, or ashamed. They may also be struggling with doubt in themselves and their ability to discern what is true and what is not.
If you have believed in something that ended up not being your highest choice, we want you to understand that it is a sure sign of your evolution. It is also a sign that you were invested and you cared, and those are wonderful traits to have. Be kind and gentle with yourself. You did the best you could with the information you had, and now you are ready to move forward into more supportive energies. You can trust your soul and your inner wise one to continue to guide you forward, and that always happens in perfect timing.
Understanding that it can be very difficult for people to back away from belief systems is important. Be kind and gentle with those who are going through that process. Love people enough to give them the space to choose differently without adding to the many challenging emotions they may already be experiencing. There is always value in experience and you are all in a process of evolution that involves continually seeking your truth and energetic matches, and sometimes that comes from experiencing what is not a real match first. Your compassion and support is what will allow people the courage to explore and evolve, and that is a beautiful thing, indeed. ~Archangel Gabriel through Shelley Young