Core, n. - the central, innermost, essential part of anything.

The idea of a centralized core sounds so universally organized. Structured and confined while surrounded by the deep essence of a vast idea. The center of a hollow casting, the human psyche, the middle of fruit, an intelligent processing unit or stabilizing body muscles. However it is observed, the core positions itself as the center of something extremely powerful and useful. A core is the true originator of a great idea while allowing its surroundings the opportunity to implement success.

Each core in its limited space is spatially sedentary, while still holding a beating heart.

In a way your core is producing something far more powerful than itself. Similar to the heart inside your chest or the inner-core of the Earth. Its scope is stagnant yet flowing. Within this flowing river of energy is an enormous amount of power. A person’s core is very mysterious. So mysterious it's difficult to understand where it truly resides. A hidden permanent place of occupancy. Unique to each person, its placement is never felt equally by each person. An individual decision on where it calls home within you. Just like the core of the Earth, samples cannot be extracted, examined or studied. It’s an impossible task to view your core from a distance. Similar to attempting to view your house, but unable to walk outside. Nevertheless its residency is real and the space in which surrounds it can be vulnerable.

Under constant bombardment with various crises; slamming it from all directions. Each time the dust settles our core reassembles and expands more powerful than before. Your core is the one property that knows every single thing about you. Privately it holds your darkest secrets, deepest beliefs and most fragile thoughts. Publicly it navigates your well-being and organizes your life journey. It is compromising yet a bully. The irreversible confidant, best friend and ultimate judge. Deep within you is a voice of reason and waste. Resonating from a central location; isolated, invisible and commanding.

Your core generates the power cycle, rotating your next breath toward your farthest step.

Upon each turn we find ourselves in some sort of a life challenge. All of us were made to suffer, but all of us were made to heal. Sometimes we plan, practice and respond and still things do not weigh in our favor. An inner-core left undisputed ends up weak. Just think of the pressure that stacks upon you each passing year. Passionate beliefs, fierce values, daunting duties and salvage strengths continuously refining your core. This is your personal power.

It’s the safe deposit box no one knew you owned and the investment everyone wished they had.

Don’t reveal your dullest sparkle nor your brightest doubt. I describe it specifically in that way to show a purposeful difference. Sharing dreams inspires others. Sharing fears connects us to others. Both are scaffolding to our best inner-self. Beyond that, what remains are those few core personal powers that we draw upon for strength during emergency states of confusion. Personal powers have a way of becoming strangled when over shared. It is a strategic existence. Should every single idea, thought or desire be given away? Privately held are the ones that you work and rework. Carving out inscription only a language your eyes can read. Core subjects that may seem simple or they may seem overwhelming and complex. At the end of the day some subjects just need to be unpublished.

Are you willing to unravel the unexpected answers?

Self originated thoughts absent of persuasion. These are core essentials that bear our time and our name only. Personal powers cannot be easily replaced once lost. Essentially the last few minuscule pieces of who we are, true to the core. Ideas that sit so close to your soul they basically are in a constant state of diffusion.

There will be times when you need to honor the magnetic field around you. Be aware of the ability to repel or attract support. The part of you that nobody knew existed will at times need to leap forward. Seek solace in the idea that the last couple of seedling in your core will be available to restart growth in your life. Earth’s iron shield dominates and your inner-warrior will be needed for protection. Keep your core within your own control under your own terms. Once you control your core's efficiency you will inspire the restriction of chaos around you.

Carved Pearls

Perhaps

You are right on track

Tripping over glass

On a dimly lit path

Perhaps

You are right where you should be

Falling on you face

Through a tethered destiny

Floating on land

Lost at sea

Footprints erased

By antigravity

Heels hits harder

Toes tip taller

Lessons land louder

Stumble out smarter

Baby's breath illume

Underneath picturesque trees

Shadows find protection

In two hollowed out knees

Baby’s breath isn’t breathing

Under those diabolical trees

And the Zephyr winds continue

To sprinkle all their sinister seeds

The universe controls chaos

Your control the efficiency

Don’t cast you precious pearls

Upon the Dead Sea

©Sarah Ihrig