We can live our lives noticing what is going well. This practice includes observing the wonders of “everyday” phenomenon: the beauty of the trees without leaves, the raindrops on branches, the crisp chill of the air. The wonders of how our body moves and heals. So much.
And letting go of annoyances, grievances, stumbling blocks and stubbing our toe.
We can try this and bask in the pay offs.
Example 1
Lane followed an impulse to shop at Goodwill. Though short of time, L poked around. The store was crowded. First, this dear one had candles on her mind. She scooped one up in good shape.
This protagonist found nothing satisfying among the tops. Then L glanced at her time piece and discovered—oh, not much time. She glanced over at the check out line—uh oh, line too long. Down she gazed at her candle and made the call- not buying this now. Retracing her steps, Lane put back the candle and headed out to her car.
It was three full days before L could return to the store.
Could she find that same candle? The store bustled with shoppers. Our star scanned for the candle—did not see it. Next, L perused the aisle where pants and leggings hung. Score! She found two pairs which worked.
Before walking to check out, Lane reviewed the small rugs and then swung by the junk area. Yes, included on those shelves were candles—in amazement she spotted and grabbed the one she had returned. Wow it was there for her! L got a spike of happiness. 😊. What were the chances among all those bargain seekers?
Example 2
Daisy participated in sharing a treatment space with two other women. One colleague was soon holding a workshop and requested that all the equipment from the other two be moved out of the room for the day of her workshop. Daisy and the third person, Kim, knew how important this meeting was and wanted to comply.
Kim had had surgery and her ability to lift was less robust than prior to the operation. Daisy planned to do that task for her. Then the time was upon them to discuss the details of clearing the space.
Daisy wrote an email explaining all that she planned to move. In response, Kim piped up that she would do her own moving and ignored what Daisy had offered.
At first Daisy felt unacknowledged and a bit sad.
Then D realized she had slipped away from appreciating. She said to herself, “I admit I had gotten into taking responsibility without directly asking K what she needed and beyond what was asked of me. I was sacrificing myself without any request for that. This represents an outdated habit in me. Wait a minute” Daisy realized all was well and she now had less work to do. And, Kim was recovering better than D had imagined.
The next day D and K had a phone call to clarify the details of the plan. D was focusing on things going well. On the call the two easily made a good plan and enjoyed one another. D’s attitude carried the day—really helpful to release hurt and refocus on good.
Do you have similar stories to share? Please so. We all benefit!
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.