I feel a sense that all human-kind is able to achieve happiness and wholeness and to release themselves from needless suffering; I also inhibit the motivation that I, myself, have the power to guide this human-kind on the path to their inner flourishing.
I've made note that I must help my family first and foremost before I can fully engage myself in the lives of others. On the other hand, work has been my #1 distress and I've noticed that I've allowed my work environment to recently begin pulling me back into the physical world of resentment and hate which I bring back home. I began to start preparing myself for a change in work environment, but realized I was trapped because of a contract I had signed until my braces come off. And then I read of the story told in the East about the woodcarver, and it all came back to me about why I'm here in this world. It's not to live in hate, but to live in love and realize that everything has a purpose, I just need to have faith! I once again embraced the Serenity prayer:
God,
Give me the SERENITY to accept the things I can not change,
the COURAGE to change the things I can,
and the WISDOM to know the difference
So I made a plan to let go of all the things I don't have control over and remembered to have as much fun as I can even in the heat of the stress at work. I did feel much better... Ironically, I got a call from my ortho that next day, offering me a position at their office (my only physical outlet option from my current job because the deal I had made was with them.) Again, patience is definitely a virtue and God does work in mysterious ways - I'm tellin' ya! This decision does require a bit of contemplating though, because I will be getting a significant pay deduction especially if I want to keep my health benefits. Although, for what it might be worth (my hope), I see this as an opprotunity knocking on my door for further growth and developement and my heart is strongly urging me to accept it in. I'll let God handle the rest and we'll see where I end up...
Hey Steph
ReplyDeleteFirst I have to say I love coming to your blog.....the images you have posted and your background really put me at ease.
I can really relate to you on the work issue. It seems like everytime I take few steps forward in personal growth and developmnet and take a couple back. I can't say that I don' mind the journey but sometimes I just wish I could overcome it all...sort of like a Psychospiritual Superhero with superhero powers to thwart of all bad vibes, energy, and bad thoughts. Maybe a little ridiculous but it's kind of how I invision it in my head, although I still haven't figured out the costume LOL.......however, I think you make an excellent point....sometimes you just have to remove yourself from the situation, find your serenity, and just move forward. Thanks for that reminder..........the last two weeks have been incredibly trying and this is exactly what I needed to remind myself to find my footing and stay grounded.
See ya next week for another great blog post!
Hey Steph in response to your question, yes I have done Tai Chi before, Yoga and Pilates, all of which are very challenging and rewarding. Tai Chi is my favorite. Its so graceful and the movement is very fluid. Let me know how your Tai Chi class goes. :)
ReplyDeleteI love following your journey, I hope it takes you to higher heights. You are blessed to have the tools in front of you. Use them Steph, it will be your triumph in the end. Good luck.
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