‘disillusionment ~ a feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.’
Oxford Dictionary
Have you ever considered that feeling disillusioned is a pathway to healing and liberation?
When we have a desire to see life in a certain way, or hope we will not suffer, we leave little room for our past wounding and illusions to be felt, seen, and released over time.
For me, feeling disillusioned is the first step in facing the truth of my reality.
Often, it’s easier to pretend or deny something isn’t bothering me, or it seems easier to distract or repress my feelings or fears at the time.
The truth, no matter how hard it is to face, is within each one of us to discover, and when we allow room to question our old beliefs and thoughts and question why we are repeatedly suffering, we will unveil our truth more freely.
More importantly, asking these questions with compassion and love, instead of judgement, defensiveness, and impatience, creates a beautiful opening towards healing.
So next time you feel disappointed about something in your life remember, there is a good reason you are feeling this way and let this be an opportunity to question and unveil your true nature and freedom.
LIVING IN THIS MOMENT 
The text tells us that disillusionment, even if it hurts, can be the beginning of healing and freedom. It invites us to stop denying what we feel and allow the truth to come to light, even if it’s uncomfortable. By questioning our beliefs and compassionately examining our wounds, we can find a more honest path to healing and well-being. In short, disillusionment is not an end, but a door to growth and liberation.
Sounds like ‘AI’ just summed up my post perfectly! Thank you Lincol. 🤩
Thanks Karen, that’s very helpful. I also would like to add the saying I use that: Disappointment essentially comes from unfulfilled expectations, so it is good to not expect our expectations to always be fulfilled in the way we expect, as we are not God and do not control many of the situations we encounter. Disappointment not resolved eventually becomes grief which if not resolved becomes depression. Helping people when they get stuck in their grief and disappointment /disillusionment syndrome is a good opportunity for CBT which I am sure you would appreciate.
Yes it’s so important to recognise the early stages and signs we are given, but often we are slow to learn this lesson. Thanks Ashley I agree, there are so many pathways available now to heal our suffering.
Well spoken Karen, it is indeed asking us to look within and find our answer in the ‘why’. And more powerfully, in its understanding, a great empathy and compassion are formed, ever leading us to that love we seek. Great post kind lady, may we ever grow from that incredible journey 🤗❤️🙏
Thank you Mark you said it beautifully. 🙏🏻👏🌿
I used to feel ‘cheated’ when I was disillusioned about somebody’s character of behaviour. Then I learned to be thankful first because that disillusion made it clear to me that further disappointment, hurt and loss was no longer to be expected from said person because I would cut our binding cords. I was also disillusioned about products, foods and other, but there it wasn’t a path to understanding and not worth any further effort.
Good to hear from you Karen! Have a hug across the miles and seas!
Nice to hear from you too Kiki! It sounds like you have learned to deal with disappointment and disillusionment. 💞🌿💞
Thanks, Karen. Your post was just what I needed this morning!
Hope you are well! 💜
I’m so glad Lorrie! Thank you for your presence here. Many blessings 🌸🌿💞
Questions worth asking, for sure! 🙏🏼 💕
They are! Thank you Eliza 🌈💞🌿
yes, it’s a hard lesson, but good to know the truth and move on
Absolutely Beth. It’s the answer to our suffering. Thank you for being here 💞🙏🏻💞
Excellent post, Karen. This remembrance for me of the emergence of disillusionment has been a flag and a pointer to help me onto “higher and more sturdy” ground. It starts with upset and realization and ends with emergent freedom. It’s a process I go through again and again! Sending love 💕 and my gratitude to you!
Oh I love those words ‘Emergent Freedom’ may we all find these old stories of limitations and emerge into our authentic being and freedom! Thank you Ka, lots of love 🌿💞🌈💞🌿
I think sometimes when we feel disappointed or disillusioned the root cause may just be expectations we have. I know that was very true for me in the past. once I learned to stop having expectations and just be honest with myself the suffering stopped. A really good post, Karen to get us to think a bit deeper.
I agree Michele. When we can allow this moment to be as it is, without expectations, there is room for life to flow in the right direction. Thank you 🌿💞🌿🙏🏻
We do think alike, Karen 😊❤️! This is a perfect post to contemplate this morning.
The encouragement to face disappointment with kindness and to see it as an invitation to deeper understanding rather than something to avoid is a key to finding meaning and even joy. Embracing it as an opportunity to face our truth and question old beliefs. By doing so with compassion and love—beautifully expressed, and as you say, it’s a reminder to welcome growth, even when it’s uncomfortable. Cheers to you, and thank you!
Thank you Randall! We are always learning and liberating ourselves in small ways, and I am very grateful for your insights, questions and posts that inspire me too. 🙏🏻🤩💞
This is an insightful write up on disillusionment. It’s always hard to recognise illusions…because how do we know, especially if we instinctively stick to our habits, routines and patterns. Perhaps it’s when something happens out of the ordinary that shakes things a little, we start questioning – and so disillusionment and disappointment arise. Agree that it’s helpful to address such feelings with compassion instead of asking why is this happening to me now. The curiosity to ask ourselves what’s actually going on and what can I learn, can help us navigate disillusionment and explore our truth. Thanks for writing, Karen 🙂
Thank you Mabel I appreciate your thoughts here. 🙏🏻💞