All
around you, there is evidence of everything you believe. Your
perception is the filter that creates reality, not the other way around.
“The most important decision we make is whether we believe we live in a friendly or hostile universe.” Einstein via @Terri_Cole (Click to Tweet!)
What
you choose to believe about the world, others, and most importantly
about yourself, has a direct relationship to what you experience. Your
beliefs inform your thoughts, which then influence your behavior. When
you believe in yourself and in the support of the universe, life can
feel easier. You may feel more inclined to take action towards the
things you desire, that perhaps you currently feel too scared to pursue.
When you believe in a friendly universe your mind will unconsciously
seek evidence to find the ways in which you are supported and loved.
Some may call this looking at the world through rose-colored
glasses—Einstein called it a decision. This decision can lead to you
feeling more courageous, inspired and joyful.
What you believe dictates how you perceive.
However,
for many of you the world is not rose colored. You have fears, doubts,
and worries. These perceptions leave you feeling stuck in situations
that do not bring you joy. You fear making change, and fear things staying the same. Fear becomes more than a four letter word.
It rules what you do, informing every decision you make. It becomes the
driving force that runs your life, in many ways keeping it small.
You
may be wondering then, how to transcend your fears, doubts, and worries
in order to take action to create the changes you desire. One of the
most encouraging practices I recommend is to look for evidence of ways
life has shown you the power that is within you. When you reflect back
on your life you are bound to find tons of examples in which you
displayed courage and endurance.
When you decide to look for evidence of strength—mentally, emotionally and physically— you will find it. You are not weak, and you are not as full of fear as you may think. These misguided perceptions simply come from old beliefs, that clearly are no longer true (and probably never were.) Life has always worked for you, or else you wouldn’t be here.
In the practice of gathering evidence be sure not to minimize what you do. When I say look for evidence of the courage and endurance within you, I want you to find it in everything you do.
Many people minimize their accomplishments by thinking, “Well anyone
could do that,” or “It really wasn’t that big of a deal.” Don’t go
there, because whatever you are referring to, was in fact a big deal.
Just the other day I was in yoga class, where for the majority of the
class a woman lay on her mat. She was honoring her body and listening to
what it needed. It took courage to go against the flow and simply be.
She was not weak for not participating in class. Her commitment to her
self showed strength.
If you got up today and flossed
your teeth, that is evidence of a way you love and care for your body.
If you took the stairs today, use that as evidence of your strength and
willpower. If you turned off your phone, took time to relax, or took a
nap when you were tired, you can use all of that as evidence. Look back
at the grades you completed, the dates you’ve gone on, the hugs you’ve
given, and take all of that as evidence that you are brilliant, brave,
and wonderful. Because you are. And the more you can remind yourself of
this on a daily basis, the more you will begin to behave as the amazing
person you are.
Amazing people do amazing things, and as soon as you begin to see yourself as one of them, you can begin to do all the amazing things you dream of doing.
Imagine owning your
own business, saying yes to love, or finally taking the dream trip
you’ve been planning. You are smart enough, lovable enough, and savvy
enough to do all that you desire. You just need to believe it. Let the
evidence of your life prove it to you.
Share
with me in the comments below three specific pieces of evidence of your
brilliance, beauty or strength. Don’t be afraid to share, don’t be
afraid to shine; and always take care of you.
Love Love Love
Terri
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