Today's Reflection
"Come to the edge," he said. "No, we will fall," they replied. They came to the edge. He pushed them . . . and they flew.
--Apollinaire
Without courage it is virtually impossible to progress along the spiritual path. Courage enables us to face the fears that arise when we go for what we want.
Courage often involves going against conventional wisdom and walking the path alone. It takes courage to give up the high paying job and work part-time while you start your own business on the side. It takes courage to leave an unworkable relationship. It takes courage to face the pain of one's childhood and seek to heal it. In short, it takes courage to be oneself.
People ask, "How can I have courage when I'm afraid?" The answer is clear. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to move forward in spite of it. When fear comes up in your life, fully feel and experience it. If you try to pu**** away, it will only expand.
Say to your fear, "I acknowledge you. But as I connect with my higher knowing, I see that you are not in alignment with my true calling. Because I have the courage and the faith to follow my heart, I am moving ahead with my plans in spite of you." Then proceed. Like the actor whose stage fright leaves in the first moments of the play, yours will fade as you actively embrace your own unique destiny - with courage.
--Apollinaire
Without courage it is virtually impossible to progress along the spiritual path. Courage enables us to face the fears that arise when we go for what we want.
Courage often involves going against conventional wisdom and walking the path alone. It takes courage to give up the high paying job and work part-time while you start your own business on the side. It takes courage to leave an unworkable relationship. It takes courage to face the pain of one's childhood and seek to heal it. In short, it takes courage to be oneself.
People ask, "How can I have courage when I'm afraid?" The answer is clear. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to move forward in spite of it. When fear comes up in your life, fully feel and experience it. If you try to pu**** away, it will only expand.
Say to your fear, "I acknowledge you. But as I connect with my higher knowing, I see that you are not in alignment with my true calling. Because I have the courage and the faith to follow my heart, I am moving ahead with my plans in spite of you." Then proceed. Like the actor whose stage fright leaves in the first moments of the play, yours will fade as you actively embrace your own unique destiny - with courage.
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Annette 
Laureen,
So glad to read your posting today. It helps me to remember to let go and let my higher power be in charge. Eating will not make things easier, faster, or simpler. Just for today I will act as if and be courageous.
I am grateful for people like you who share the journey and make me feel less alone.
Bless you and all on the OH trail who share their experience, strength, and hope.
Judy G. from Waltham, MA (aka Shelto1946)
So glad to read your posting today. It helps me to remember to let go and let my higher power be in charge. Eating will not make things easier, faster, or simpler. Just for today I will act as if and be courageous.
I am grateful for people like you who share the journey and make me feel less alone.
Bless you and all on the OH trail who share their experience, strength, and hope.
Judy G. from Waltham, MA (aka Shelto1946)
Laureen...great post! It was on faith and with courage we all took the first steps toward our goal to be healthier and happier. Some have run into stumpling blocks that impeded their goals...but, again with faith and determination, they have moved thru these obstacles. While we will never be perfect...having the courage to start each new day as an opportunity to reach those goals...dreams...we 'step' out...and FLY!!
Hugs
Nancy aka Sunray
Hugs
Nancy aka Sunray
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