Those of us increasing our personal power are building new brain circuitry moment to moment. These new pathways represent new strength in our ability to focus.
As our lives begin, we are guaranteed that choosing our focus will be part of our life –we will experience some things we do not want. From that we turn to focus on what we DO WANT so we get more of it.
We get what we hold in our thoughts in this attraction-based world.
In this account Laurietta is experiencing something that she definitely does not want. What can L do to build strength instead of magnifying the upset?
Often Laurie reached for being connected to Source Energy. She felt good vibes flow from her heart and frequently spent time enjoying her yard. Daily she would create various projects: crafts, home improvements, garden.
Close by down the street, a male neighbor drank heavily and spoke loudly. It had happened last week and this time the invective pounded the air, accented by a menacing din of blaring music.
Our heroine lost her composure for a bit, triggered into a distressed and depressed reaction. In despair, Laurietta wailed in her head, “This is my home!”
Pause. Wait a Minute. This Star wanted to come from higher consciousness. She called Wise Counsel: she wanted to raise her vibration.
WC told her, “At every moment you retain your connection to Source Energy. We need only bring it back into our awareness. We make our priority our own nervous system—regaining that “feeling good” place. First put some focus on calm, perhaps distracting ourselves with something pleasurable. Certainly, offer ourselves time to regain our balance.
Let’s review the inspiring words of Howard Thurman, influential author, philosopher, civil rights leader. “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” https://libquotes.com/howard-thurman/quote/lbn4k5i
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Laurietta felt deeply afraid and distressed by the noisy outburst on her street. L focused on calming her nervous system as needed over days into weeks. When the complaining habit would show up in her mind, she’d pivot out of the victim mentality again and again.
Moving on, our heroine found ways to soothe herself. Her ability to choose where she put her thoughts represents her power. This star built resilience in how she uses her consciousness.
Once she felt stronger, options to continue popped into her mind, she could:
- Wear earphones and play desired music for our own ears.
- Put special attention on the beauty surrounding herself. Relish each aspect—the color of the flowers, the combinations, the textures!
- Review strong positive memories.
- Appreciate the many friends she has attracted.
Our protagonist knew she was growing from this unwanted situation. L was expanding both her love for herself and her understanding of others. Her courage expanded too. With delight she embraced the continuous practicing needed which also expanded her capacity for love.
Did you find this piece thought provoking? What bubbled up for you? Can you think of more approaches to strengthen ourselves under similar circumstances? What do you do for yourself?
About the Author
Janet Pearlman is a spiritual teacher, counselor, healer and artist. These posts demonstrate everyday applications of the path to greater self knowledge and mastery. Opportunities for greater empowerment abound in the moments of our lives. As we all go for operating from a centered and loving space, we are creating a world where peace can prevail. In her forty-seven year journey of self-discovery, Janet has deeply studied the teachings of Abraham-Hicks, Ernest Holmes, Inayat Khan and more. Janet offers individual sessions by phone and in person. Please contact her at jpearl555@earthink.net to arrange an appointment.