Are You Facing These Challenges? Ready to Turn them into Opportunities?
Important Reminders!
My computer crashed and burned on Thursday, therefore, I was unable to provide a few important reminders you may greatly appreciate!
- The Thriving Soul Based Business Program at www.enlightenedbiz.com begins on TUESDAY!
- Thru the end of the week you can still access the preview calls at www.powerofmyway.com/criticalsuccessfactors.html
- *FR*E*E Teleclass this week at www.powerofmyway.com/aligningwithdestiny.html
- Listen to some wonderful audios at http://powerofourway.blogs.com
- Come to Florida for a weekend retreat at www.metaphysicalmasterminds.com/sts/
- Complete this exercise!
An Exercise to Move You From Challenge to Opportunity, Desire to Celebration…
Over the last few weeks I have been blessed to have some of the most powerful conversations and shared experiences I have had in a long while. I have received several “just in time miracles,” including a substantial gift that enabled me to quickly replace my computer, which crashed and burned on Thursday!
They have inspired me to share an exercise with you today; one that offers you a concise pathway to moving into the flow that is both Divine and necessary in the timing of an emerging potential.
In addition to some miraculous and quick manifestations, I observed (in myself and others) a heightened level of detachment from the potential drama that can be caused by sudden disappointments or situations that have the potential to drastically interrupt the ease and flow we so desire!
Staying in the faith, trusting in the unfolding, asking, receiving and gratitude have all been the themes that warrant me sharing this exercise with you today.
“God’s on the case,” and “Trust in the Divine unfolding” have been my mantras. Prayer has been my practice. Making commitments that are aligned (with Highest Self, Highest Good and Desired Creation), and observing what manifests as a result has been my part in this dance.
Yet, and here’s the “catch…”
This emerging potential needs you to fully partner with it (as opposed to fight against it) as it dances out the details in your life.
So, here is an exercise, one where I pose a few questions for you to reflect upon and then rate the degree to which this feels true (or untrue) for you.
STEP ONE: Rate your responses to the following questions on a scale of 1-10; 10 being the most intense "YES!" and 1 being a solid "NO!"
Are You Battling Resistance? Do you find it almost mentally tiresome to involve yourself in methods, techniques or teachings that will offer the potential for learning, growth and development? Do you feel heaviness about diving into an intensive spiritual or professional journey? Is there a part of you that wants to find the deepest side of yourself and a part of you that doesn't?
Are You Afraid of Stepping Outside Your Comfort- Zone? Or are you afraid you could possibly change for the better but in doing so you might actually have to "do" something new or make a change that seems tough or scary?
Are You Unclear as to What Your Purpose Is? Are You Feeling Confused About the Bigger WHY's in Your Life? Have you subordinated your dreams and desires for other people's priorities or expectations? Do you feel a lack of clarity about the bigger reason for your existence or the next steps that are aligned with your highest good?
Are You Feeling Disorganized and Scattered? Do you feel like you have too many things right now - - you haven't even finished the last book or CD you bought and you have numerous unfinished projects and have so many interests that you lack focus and clarity?
Do You Believe That Nothing You've Tried Has Ever Really Transformed You? Do you think because you've been-there-done-that and heard it all, you're just not going to find the answers you seek in another course?
Not Feeling Passionate About Anything? Your first thought in the morning is, "another day, another dollar" and you spend most of the day searching for something to get super-excited and jacked-up about?
Do You Have Low or Almost No Energy - Mentally, Spiritually and Physically? Are you running around taking care of so much mundane stuff, that you are not getting anywhere and feeling drained? Do you feel like the proverbial mouse on the treadmill?
Do You Find Yourself Saying "It's Never the Right Time?" You're experiencing the everything- needs-to-be-in-order mindset and you're convinced that "things" have to be taken care of before starting anything that involves YOU? Are you always putting yourself on the back-burner?
Do You Think Too Much - Over Analyze Everything - and Make Excuses For Not Taking Control Over Your Life? Are you seeing too much of the forest and not enough of the trees? So, the everyday actionable tasks just don't get done? Or are you getting stuck in an "analysis paralysis" mentality?
Are fear and lack the primary decision makers and motivators right now? Are you noticing that you are refraining from taking action on things that are in your heart because you are afraid or are caught up in the idea that there “is not enough?” The “not enough” perspective can relate to the perceptions you have about your own energy, time, financial resources, support, and even talent.
After rating yourself on a scale of 1-10, move into Step Two!
Step Two: Explore What Lives in the Gap
So, for example, let's say you rated yourself a "7" for Battling Resistance. In this case, you probably want to be a 1 or a 2 right?
Ask yourself the following question, one by one identifying what is living in the gap if you rate yourself above a 3 or 4.
What is living in the gap between where you are and where you want to be?
Fear, lack of time, clarity, motivation, faith, or belief? What shows up in the gap?
What is present and what is not? Really delve into the gap to truly uncover what is living there (or not!).
Step Three: Identify the Underlying Beliefs that Nourish Any Sense of Limitation or Blockage
Let's pretend one of the things living in the gap is a fear of rejection. When you dig underneath the surface and identify and list the fueling beliefs. You might find ones that sound like;
- I'm not good enough
- My family will think I am crazy
- I never feel supported
- Who am I to think that I can do this?
The key here is to identify the beliefs that fuel or reside beneath all that is creating a gap between what you desire and what you are currently experiencing.
Step Four: Project Yourself into Your Ideal
This is a powerful step, so don't be tempted to skip it. The opportunity here is to imagine if. . . Imagine if there was little or no gap between your current reality and being honestly able to rate yourself a "1."
Imagine if you truly believed in yourself, your abilities, and a greater potential to emerge into your life quickly. Then, answer the following questions.
- What would be different?
- How would you be feeling?
- What would you believe about yourself, others and the possibilities that exist for you?
- What would you be doing?
- What would you NOT be doing?
- What would you be celebrating?
Step Four: Make a Commitment
Odds are you have just uncovered some powerful keys to transforming your current reality. Any one of these can reveal an opportunity you have to make a new commitment to yourself – to be a greater steward to your purpose, your passions and to feel a sense of accomplishment and pride!
What is a commitment you are ready to make; one that you know would change EVERYTHING?
Choose one commitment, share it with an accountability partner and move it forward. Celebrate following through and OWN your part in moving beyond a prior obstacle.
Step Five: Initiate Growth and Learning
When looking at areas of your life in which you lack confidence, ask yourself what growth and learning opportunities are presenting themselves to you. Be honest with yourself, noticing when you are being passive vs. active in your own evolution and growth. Take a class, work with a coach, read and apply that powerful information in the book you bought six months ago and haven’t finished reading.
Consider joining us for an upcoming program like The Thriving Soul Based Business Program at www.enlightenedbiz.com (we begin on TUESDAY, JANUARY 19!!!) and sign up for some teleclass audios at www.powerofmyway.com/criticalsuccessfactors.html
Sign up for this week’s LIVE teleclass (and get several audio downloads) at www.powerofmyway.com/aligningwithdestiny.html
Join us for a transformational weekend of Going Straight to Source at www.metaphysicalmasterminds.com/sts/
If listening to an audio (wisdom requires your participation and presence), take notes and actually complete the exercises and assignments that folks have prepared for you!
The point here is to INITIATE YOUR GROWTH AND EXPAND IN YOUR CONFIDENCE AND FAITH!
Taking on challenges as opportunities can become just as much of a habit as brushing your teeth…
And, it is a powerfully creative mindset to be in!
You Have Entered a Season Of Transformation and Change
It is a powerful time for new beginnings, transformation and change.
The world is rapidly changing all around you, you may feel a sense of restlessness; a feeling of urgency to dive deeper into your purpose and yet, you may not know what your next step or course of action is.
Time seems to be moving quicker than ever and before you blink an eye it will be 2011! You’ve probably set new goals and dreams for the upcoming year, and are becoming more excited about all of the new changes you are going to make in 2010!
What Will Be Different?
Einstein said, "We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them."
What needs to change in your own thinking? Seriously, give thought to this question and consider journaling your response.
And, what is ASKING to be brought into your awareness? What new behaviors must be demonstrated to put you directly into the flow of RECEIVING and CREATING?
Everything you think, do, and feel is connected to your underlying beliefs. One of the most powerful elements of all creation, all fulfillment, and a deeper sense of purpose, lies within the depths of your subconscious mind – at the level of belief and the current sense of identity you are walking with!
Is it possible that self defeating or competing beliefs may be exactly what is holding you back from your highest truth - your destiny - your desires, and from Awakening to and Living Your UNIQUE PURPOSE - The Reason You Exist?
Is it possible that your current perception of your IDENTITIES are not a match for your dreams to even feel welcomed and received by you? Are the thoughts you entertain about yourself and your life helping or hurting?
Uncover the beliefs that do not serve you - for once and for all! - What beliefs are you holding onto that do not serve your purpose - that block you from being WHO YOU ARE; Who You Are MEANT to be.
Finding Your Bliss and Re-Discovering Your Dreams Is Part Of Why You Are Here - Right Now - At This Moment - This is where you cause a ripple effect in the lives of others. Your PURPOSE - Your Reason for Being is waiting to be shared. Discover it - Live it - Be it!
You are not alone. Those of you who have actively participated (actively is the key word here) in the community offerings and our formal individual and group programs, know that absent of any doubt.
You’ve witnessed the miracles that can come after a revelation and a shift from being personally affected to being personally accountable.
Moving from thought to action (desire to decision, to demonstration) have become more automatic. You’ve become more present and spend less and less time and energy on the uncontrollable, replaying your past, or worrying about what has not come yet!
In Order to FLY, You Gotta Take the LEAP!
Love, Ani
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Hi Dan!
Wonderful and insightful questions...so much so you inspired an article in response at http://powerofourway.blogs.com/power_of_our_way_blog/2010/06/beyond-law-of-attraction-.html
Posted by: Anita Pathik Law | June 22, 2010 at 03:11 PM
I am curious to know your thoughts on the follow up film to The Secret, "How Thoughts Become Things." Is the Law of Attraction or Neuroscience really responsible for all the consequences in my life. seems pretty bold, considering we don't even really know what the Law of Attraction is. Or is it simply my life is a result of real life efforts following the thoughts that I really value as worthwhile. A little confused about this?
Posted by: Dan | June 22, 2010 at 12:08 AM
Wow, Let go and Flow, I AM! Flowing energy is the opportunity to fly! I am ready to experience The Thriving Soul Based Business Program. To your health, comfort, and joy...Cynthia
The wise man in the storm prays God not for safety from danger, but for deliverance from fear. --- Ralph Waldo Emerson
Posted by: Cynthia Gardner O'Neill | January 17, 2010 at 06:35 PM