Living In It

One of the challenges I’ve faced lately is living in something other than I desire. I’ve fed the negative, not the positives. I’ve done something repeatedly and consistently counterproductive to my purpose. I’ve been living in my present, not my desired future.

The first car I purchased was brand new and sitting on the showroom floor of the car dealership. I stood there looking at the vehicle. I opened the door, sat in it, and envisioned myself driving it. I could hear the music even though the radio wasn’t on. I could feel the wind on my face even though I wasn’t driving. I was living the experience, fully immersed within the moment. Less than a week later, I was driving that car, listening to the radio, feeling the wind on my face.

I’d envisioned writing my book in Rio de Janeiro. At the time, I didn’t own luggage or have a passport. I’d never left the country, but that was my vision. I could see myself walking along the beach and enjoying my vision manifested. I repeatedly dreamt of the place. It took more than a decade to manifest the vision, yet it manifested. I penned the first draft of my first published work in Rio. It was an awesome 72 days.

Our minds are magnificent. We can direct them in any direction, toward whatever we desire. If we choose to sustain our focus upon that which we desire, our mind will unerringly manifest that thing, occasion, event, or person. It’s inevitable. I’d forgotten about the power I wield. The power between my ears is bound only by me.

Today, Monday, August 1, 2022, I am grateful that:

The weekend was restful. It was a great surprise to be invited and celebrate my birthday with a few friends in Talamban. It was pleasant and I’m happy to have those in my life that even when it’s not a big deal for me, they insist on celebrating milestones.

I don’t have to actively engage with those on different frequencies. It’s funny how some people use relative terms in the same manner I did. They like to make comparative analysis by saying better or worse. Today I choose not to engage with those possessing that mindset.

I’ve been able to recall past experiences. One of the benefits of getting older is experience. I can look back and recall when things have or haven’t worked before. Failures are building blocks for future success.

Can you recall a time when you lived in it?

What was that experience like?

If you haven’t done this before, try it now.

Think of what you truly desire.

What are you wearing? What do you look like? How old are you? How do you feel? Is it hot or cold? Are you wearing a hat or a coat? What’s the view like? Is it windy?

Hold that image for at least three minutes. Do this twice a day. Once first thing in the morning and again before you go to sleep.

Be Great. Be Grateful!!!