Get Out Of Your Way

Are you going to see it? 

Sometimes we force things.  We don't mean to.  We think we're being proactive, a "go getter", responsible, or even helpful.  And many times we are!  But sometimes we are forcing something that isn't meant to be.  It could be anything...a relationship, job, any opportunity.  We get so stuck in our minds and busy lives we become on autopilot.  We're so busy "making things happen" that we forget to 'ALLOW THINGS TO HAPPEN'.  We have to allow the Universe to do its thing.  It's okay for us to set an intention, put an action out there...but then we have to get out of the way and let what is meant to happen...happen.  Not force something.  If we stay in our heads and live in the place of "making things happen", we don't see what may have been set right in front of us.  We discount or don't even notice blessings and opportunities that come our way because we didn't have a hand in them.  It wasn't our vision.  And those kind of opportunities are usually far greater and far more successful than anything we could ever dream of or create ourselves.  

We need to slow down, breathe, stay present in each moment, and just be.  That way, we don't miss out on subtle yet amazing opportunities that are put in our path.  Of course it's okay to hustle, work hard, and strive towards goals.  That is essential.  But I'm saying don't lose sight of each moment, move out of your own way, so that way you can see the opportunities that are being placed in front of you.  How do we get out of our own way?  By staying grounded.  And how do you stay grounded? Check in with yourself everyday through meditation or quiet time and be present in each moment (not thinking of tonight while working on something in front of you--say like while reading this ;) ).  I know that's easier said than done but that doesn't make it any less critical.

So, do your thing (work hard, have goals and work towards them) but then be present, breathe, and take time each day to be with yourself, quietly (even if it's for 3 minutes!).  This is the only way being fully present in each moment.

XO   Joy

Self-doubt

We are all supposed to shine bright!  One light cannot dim another.

What is self-doubt?  Besides annoying!  I mean...where does it come from?  Where does it originate? What is its purpose?  Those questions, I cannot answer.  But I can tell you where it DOESN'T come from.  It doesn't come from your spirit, your soul, your authentic self.  It doesn't come from God or the Universe.  Nope.  Those tell us how amazing, unique, and irreplaceable we are.  Those remind us that we come from love which means we are love.  And from love...only amazing things happen!  I think self-doubt may come from our ego. Which is the same as our insecurities, unworthiness feelings, feelings of not being good enough.  The ego is not the TRUTH.  Don't listen to it.  Listen to your heart, your spirit, your soul, and Universal LOVE.  You are wonderful.  You can accomplish that goal or that dream you don't tell anyone about (because you think you're not worthy of achieving it).  Yes you are!  And yes you can!  We are ALL here to succeed and love.  We are all bright stars and your shine cannot dim someone else's.  We are all supposed to be wonderful!  So stop listening to your ego. He's not your friend.  Listen to your subtle quiet voice.  The one you can only hear when you quiet your mind.  THAT voice is your friend.  The one that loves you, encourages you, and guides you.  I KNOW that you ARE good enough, worthy enough, talented enough, and unique enough to achieve your inner most secret dreams.  Please believe that.  Today take a chance on yourself.  Take one step towards your dream or goal that you had given up on.  

XO  Joy