There is power in a pause. In cultures that are obsessed with movement, this is easily forgotten (even during a pandemic). You may be made to feel that you are “not on your game” or falling behind. That may lead to a sense of guilt or shame
To momentarily pause or to have an extended period of stillness is your right. It gives you the opportunity to recalibrate. In this space, you can realign then resume your activity with renewed meaning. Or, be confident in finding another activity that resonates.
Humans are creatures of contradiction. When something happens and leads to an undesirable outcome, we wish we could do it over.
On the other hand, when an undesirable situation keeps happening, we ask, “Why is this happening to me again?” Perhaps the more empowering question to ask is, “How do I want to do this differently?”
Sometimes, that repetitive irritation is an opportunity. It all depends on how you center yourself in the situation.
Sometimes we are taken by complete surprise. Depending on the situation, it may be defined as misfortune or as grace.
But more often than not, there is a progression of events. The pivotal moment may very well be the sum of previous points in time.
Be it “sudden” breakups or “sudden” success, there is usually a prelude. Attuning to the moment allows you to mitigate, anticipate or savor potential outcomes.
Everyone has the experience of wishing they could go back and do something differently.
Perhaps you could have had a better performance or had chosen different words to express. Maybe you exhibited the worst aspects of your character. Whatever the situation, the desire for a better showing of self is common.
But what happens if there’s no second chance?
Understand that redemption is a work of self-compassion. In the end, it’s never about how you are seen. It’s all about how you now see yourself.
Imagine driving through the streets after blindfolding yourself. You would undoubtedly wreak havoc for yourself and for all encountered. By willingly ignoring the guideposts, there would be no means of navigating successfully.
Yet, many will go through life in just this way. Coincidences are written off. Gut feelings are doubted. Things that resonate are pushed aside and forgotten. These are life’s way of trying to get your attention to help direct you.
Ignore them and life becomes a series of unfortunate accidents. Choose to remove the blindfold.
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