The Elf Within Myself

Since we are wrapped up in the holiday season, I felt it fitting to use a fun symbol to compare connection to our higher self, spirit and the glistening wonderment of what we strive to awaken within ourselves. The elf on a shelf that is deep within myself.

Let’s look at why the elf is used. Mystically, the elf is often associated with nature and the unseen world. The pixies are said to dance in the moonlight from the musical sounds heard in the darkness. The notes and cords are played by the crickets and the frogs.

The elf is also associated with magical powers and supernatural beauty. I love the way beauty is described. Adding supernatural to describe beauty. Not just natural beauty but supernatural beauty. So beautiful that it is unimaginable. Beauty that brings a tear to your eyes because of the wonderment they see. A beauty that literally takes your breath away. So unbelievably beautiful that you can’t even put it into words. So beautiful that it makes you speechless. I believe this is how the spirit world will be. Beyond words like calming, peaceful, beautiful, understanding, compassionate, loving, energetic, these are a few descriptive words but, they are not enen descriptive enough. Just the thought of experiencing supernatural beauty excites me. Not only will we be given the ability to see the beauty, but we will be shown a new understanding all of our lifetime and beyond. The elf sees it all. It is a kept secret, until the appropriate time.

Being a small creature, “child friendly or appearing to children” They illustrate that we, as adults, can feel confused, lonely, trying to find our place just as we did when we were children. A connection or a reconnection with our inner child. Maybe the one you need to nurture, forgive or unleash. Do you adult too much? What do you feel when you see an elf or Santa or the magical winter wonderland? Do you revert back to a giggly, excited child, ready to grab a sled or jump in a sleigh with a beautiful horse pulling you through the glistening snow? I get so peacefully excited at the thoughts of all these things.

The message behind the elf is to promote kindness, staying positive and upbeat, valuing and appreciating others. The elf on the shelf pops up in different areas of your home in order to report back to Santa on your behavior. But the big message is that it is never too late to be removed from the naughty list. What a great way to instill in our children that we can all change. You can always make adjustments where needed to right the wrong. You can always start over, learn what to do and what not to do.

If you watched the movie “Elf”, Buddy talks about the Elf code.

Here is the code:

Treat every day like Christmas

There is room for everyone on the nice list.

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

In this code you are bringing into your awareness that every day is magical, there is good in all of us and raise your vibration. Think in positive ways, help those in need, and share your love with others. The morals of the elf are to walk into the knowing that your acts and choices can impact many lives you connect with every day. To give yourself permission to not be afraid to be yourself. To not take others for granted and above all spread love and connection. Is your inner elf hidden or are you in full elf armor?

I read that the word elf is self without the “s”. The “S” means separate from spirit, separation from peace. The elf in us can bring us back to the point of reconnection to our higher self, the magical knowledge within.

The elf theory is one of spiritual growth to bring reignite love, fun and adventure. Have you disconnected with your inner elf? Why is it such a tug of war for everyday people in choosing to help or hinder others? The elf can also be associated with ego. The good elf on one shoulder and bad elf on the on the other shoulder, the one with selfish ideas.

The cool thing to remember is there is always room on the nice list. The elves are constantly working, building toys or as the Keebler elves; always making cookies. We are all a work in progress. We never stop learning.

Let your inner elf out, be magical, see the supernatural beauty in your life, build lasting relationships, be kind, have fun and spread joy for all to hear.

Have a blessed holiday season,

Stacey