Challenges are part of life, as they say, but what happens when we cannot rise up to the occasion? We may experience an array of emotions, ranging from self condemnation and hopefully toward a realization of truth. But it's easy to fall into the lap of disappointment and reject ourselves. Find some fault or a lack within ourselves that is the root of this distress.
Why is it that we judge ourselves so harshly when something doesn't work in our favor?
- misunderstanding
- fear
- ego
- doubt
- past experiences
- habits
- conditioning
From an early age, we have been absorbing every experience like a sponge. External stimuli from every angle. How can you explain why some blame themselves and remain defeated while others rise up and move forward? There are many explanations from a psychological/ social point of view, but I believe that the basis is FEAR, DOUBT, and EGO.
These three false beliefs are the reason for distress in life. We hold on to fear, and we doubt ourselves, and we internally believe it as truth, because the ego misconstrues the reason why the challenge has presented itself. As clique as it may sound, every challenge is an opportunity to face a fear, an unknown, an opportunity to grow. So what good does criticizing oneself do? It only fuels the fear, the doubt, the ego that causes conflict within ourselves, and thus manifesting it into the world.
Bring forth an outsider's perspective. Examine the situation as if you were witnessing a dear loved one going through the same. What would you tell them? Would you not approach them from a place of compassion, understanding, and lovingkindess?
And this is how we should address ourselves. No one is more deserving of love than ourselves. The truth is that every being is a POWERFUL CREATOR. If the outcome does not suit you, then address it, and move forward. Instead of allowing the FALSE TRUTH that is fear, doubt, and ego to misguide you, make the decision to take control.
**First and foremost, FORGIVE YOURSELF. Instead of telling yourself that you are incapable, lacking, that you can't .. can't .. can't .... FORGIVE YOURSELF.**
YOU ARE HUMAN. We all come short sometimes, but to attack yourself will not solve the problem. THERE WILL BE MANY THAT WILL DO THAT FOR YOU, so why not be the constant source of LOVE, STRENGTH, and SUPPORT. Forgiving yourself releases sooo much unnecessary burden and stress. The beauty of moving on is that this experience has already passed, so in this PRESENT MOMENT, you can create a new experience. Make better decisions and manifest what you are aiming for.
The more we hold on to what already happened, the more we will suffer. SO WHY NOT LET GO?!! The ego can be strong at times but it is only from conditioning, habits, things that aren't the truth. If you understand that all these ideas and beliefs we have are only misconstrued, conditioned "truths," then we would let go of all the silly attachments that causes suffering.
Truth is, shit happens. As painful as it is, shit happens. No matter how unfair, no matter who is at fault, or whether we deserved it, it has been done. To continue dwelling in these thoughts take away your life energy, your joy. We all must accept the traumas of the past and move forward the best we can, and it means releasing these thoughts the moment they come. Life doesn't have to be so painful with attachments. We will suffer until we let go.
CHOOSE to face your past with your head held up high. Realize this moment is a NEW MOMENT, and choose to face your current challenge with EXCITEMENT and JOY. Put in the effort and RELEASE! Allow the outcome to reveal itself as it will. Even if it doesn't fall into your favor, continue moving forward. There is no lack from within, or an inability to manifest. We are all created as powerful beings. Look at the world around us. We have created airplanes that defy gravity, boats that defy the ocean... the power of the mind is boundless, infinite.
We are all capable of more than we can even fathom ... think about it. We have only tapped into a small percentage of our brain. If we can tap into the rest, and utilize our God given gift, to realize our potential, that we are a POWERFUL CREATOR .... to criticize and judge ourselves is so minute. Rise to a higher consciousness and MOLD THIS WORLD TO YOUR LIKING!!!!
**Believe that everything is possible!! YOU are able to manifest a life that you desire, so long as you realize the truth. We cannot forget to be diligent and patient, and working toward our dreams ... but remember that the first step to take when you are going through a rough patch is FORGIVENESS.**
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