The Inner War
THE FLASH
Key Takeaways
● The inner war shows up through five D’s: doubt, distraction, discouragement, dependence on self, and the disconnection that follows.
● These forces pull you off center and out of alignment in quiet, persistent ways.
● Steadfastness and clarity come from returning to your inner resources, not from fighting harder.
Core Statement
Everyone carries an inner war within them. It doesn’t have to be violent or dramatic to be effective. It’s the insidious influence of the five D’s: doubt, distraction, discouragement, dependence on self, and finally, disconnection.
Why It Matters
These patterns work both above and below the surface of awareness. Doubt dispels faith. Distraction scatters attention. Discouragement breaks down fortitude. Dependence on self isolates you from support. And finally, disconnection culminates in a languishing misalignment marked by confusion, distrust, and self-reliance.
What counters them isn’t force or will; it’s alignment and resourcing. When your head, heart, and gut are in conversation, clarity returns. When safety, transparency, and trust are present, faith can lead. Integrity and nurturance sustain you. Stillness and connection reorient. Love toward yourself, others, and creation itself widens your vision. And light, a sense of purpose and meaning, helps you remember what you’re moving toward.
These practices become your armor when the inner war arises.
Reflection Prompt
Which of the five D’s pulls you off center most often?
CTA
Interested in learning how to stand up, suit up, and show up? Stay tuned next week for The Practice: How to Armor Up.
With love & light,
John Moos, MD
Soul Surgeon