Lifestyle / Spirituality

Stop resisting your challenges!

By Nina Hansen

I believe that one of the biggest misconceptions we have that causes self-loathing and stress is that when we experience challenges in life, we adopt the perspective that we are doing something wrong. If we have disagreements in relationships – intimate, at work or with family we think that we are off-track, that there is something not right with us or them.

But what if expressing our differences is a normal and healthy part of our journey, that in relationships you have to step out of your comfort zone and be willing to have uncomfortable conversations in order to grow together.

What if we start to see this process positively – as opportunities that allow us to evolve and become a complete human being. This includes getting to know ourselves and expressing our needs better, creating healthy boundaries, developing humbleness, as well as fusing with compassion and love at the depth of our being.

Let go of resistance

Then maybe we will not approach our challenges with so much resistance – in fact we will welcome them! We are all super athletes training for the greatest race of all – the journey of evolution!

As life is a school for evolution of your consciousness – maybe the ‘perfect life’ is a life that does include challenges!

Oh no! ‘That’s not what I want to hear’ I hear you say!

But I can certainly confirm that the difficulties in my life have made me deeper, stronger and a more compassionate person, and trust me I have had plenty of them! My challenges made me grow on the inside and in retrospect I am grateful for them.

Your inner landscape defines how you experience this precious time on planet earth – so let’s make it a glorious race by embracing all that life throws at you. Step into your inner power – open your mind, heart and spirit to the possibilities and bliss of human consciousness.

If you would like to hang out some more and share a weekend of deeper learning and gain some tools for making your journey empowered, conscious and amazing then join me at my next retreat: Nourishing the Feminine Heart retreat at the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. PLEASE TELL ME MORE

With love Nina

About the author

Nina Hansen

Inspirational Speaker, Facilitator, Yoga & Meditation Teacher

Nina Hansen has walked the spiritual path for well over 20 years. Nina's profound wisdom and serenity captivates participants at the numerous workshops, retreats and courses that she leads. Nina's spiritual dedication and loving nature can be felt during the various teachings she offers that are flavoured by her gentle and soft teaching style. Compassion and tolerance are intrinsic components in her ability to convey the message of yoga and spirituality in a modern and contemporary approach.

Originally Norwegian, after studying and living in England and travelling extensively, Nina now calls Australia home and prefers the pristine beaches and warmer sub-tropical climate of the Sunshine Coast.

Nina has followed the Tantric path since 1999 and this focus is reflected in her teachings on Tantric sexuality, the awakening of the divine feminine and her skillful practice and transmission of the transforming practice of Tantric yoga. Nina’s path as a Tantric teacher is one of authenticity and integrity as she communicates this diverse and fulfilling path.

Nina embodies a sincere and mature attitude to genuine inner growth. This is reflected in her understanding that bringing spiritual practice into every moment of life by cultivating awareness is an essential quality to develop on the spiritual path. This ability to remain present is fundamental to expanding consciousness and is a constant reminder to embrace the journey of life and cherish each and every day.

As a truly gifted graphic designer, Nina runs her own thriving business – Nina Hansen Design where she uses her natural appreciation of aesthetics in a visual context. Nina has previously worked in some of the biggest and most successful design agencies around the world but now prefers the freedom and flexibility of her own business. Nina completed her studies in Visual Communications and the History of Art and Design in England. Nina is also an enthusiastic dancer and revels in the glitz, energy and flow of all things Latin dance.

It is perhaps fitting that her travels to India marked the beginning of Nina’s spiritual path. Nina was fascinated with the richness of Indian philosophy, specifically Tantra and quickly became absorbed by metaphysical and esoteric teachings. Her strong background in art, creativity and design gave Nina a deep appreciation of spiritual art, architecture and esoteric symbolism, all of which have an important role in the spiritual tradition of India.

Nina followed the calling of her soul to embark on the spiritual journey and search for happiness and true inner peace. After this beginning Nina spent extended periods in both India and Thailand practicing and studying this path of wisdom.

Nina has realised that the relentless pursuit of happiness was at the heart of human existence and yet this happiness is always within. The contentment we are all searching for is a deep inner peace and Nina lives each day through the understanding that happiness is a choice and we are the ones responsible for making that choice in each and every moment.