Hello everyone,
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on frequencies and vibrations and how they influence our lives—not just spiritually, but in everyday experiences. According to the dictionary, frequency refers to wavelengths, whether magnetic or sound-related. Vibration, on the other hand, is defined as an instance of vibrating. Informally, it also refers to the emotional state of a person or the atmosphere of a place.
I believe these terms are interconnected since the world itself is made of electromagnetic waves and vibrations. Positivity and negativity carry distinct vibrations: positivity resonates at a higher frequency, while negativity vibrates lower. Many people link these vibrations to emotions and how we feel. While emotions themselves are neither inherently negative nor positive, they do play a significant role in shaping our thoughts and, consequently, our vibrations.
Dealing with mental health issues has been a lifelong journey for me. When I was 17, I experienced a period of optimism and joy. Even on the gloomiest days, I could see the sun shining. My vibration was higher, and as a result, I attracted positive people and experiences into my life. This isn’t to say bad things didn’t happen—they did—but my reactions were noticeably different. I was able to find silver linings and maintain hope.
However, when I turned 18 and experienced my first breakup, depression, pessimism, and despair took over. Looking back, I see how both my mental health and my environment played key roles in my outlook. When I was depressed, my vibration was much lower, and I struggled to see the bright side. I also attracted like-minded people who mirrored my negativity, which only perpetuated my feelings of despair.
It took me 16 years to find stability, but since then, I’ve rediscovered genuine positivity and optimism. This journey wasn’t easy—it required trial and error, finding the right medications, and working with a doctor who truly listened to me. But the results have been transformative.
Feeling authentic positivity again feels like a miracle. That being said, it’s important to acknowledge that emotions like sadness, anger, and depression are valid. Faking positivity until you make it might work in some situations, but it can lead to toxic positivity. Toxic positivity involves ignoring or invalidating your emotions, forcing yourself to suppress feelings instead of addressing them.
Many people believe it’s easy to “just be positive,” but for those of us dealing with mental health challenges, the reality is far more complex. Mindfulness and awareness of our emotions allow us to process what we’re feeling and move forward. When we give ourselves compassion and love, we can shift from negativity to positivity in a healthy, authentic way. One crucial lesson I’ve learned is that our thoughts are not facts. Thoughts can lie to us, just like emotions. They’re neither positive nor negative—they just are.
If you’re curious about frequency and how it impacts your life, I highly recommend exploring Penney Peirce’s work. She recently appeared on The Psychic Teachers podcast, which sparked my reflections on how my frequency has shifted since finding mental stability. Gratitude, meditation, and mindfulness have helped me accept my thoughts and emotions for what they are. Practices like affirmations have also allowed me to reframe my perspective and maintain a higher vibration.
What about you? Have you noticed how your frequency affects your outlook or experiences? Have you tried mindfulness or affirmations to raise your vibration? Let me know how they’ve worked for you! I’d love to hear your thoughts and stories!