As we step through the doorway to this new year, what keeps
coming to mind more than setting goals and resolutions is the question of what
you want to feel and experience in 2018.
The goals, wishes and resolutions will always be there. As humans we are wired to have desires as we
experience the contrasts of living in a three-dimensional world. We are also biologically wired to focus more of
our attention on what isn’t “right” in our lives than the positive anticipation
of what we are creating, shifting into, and changing for ourselves and the world. For example, if you decided to eat healthier
in 2018 is it because the doctor said to or because you want to feel more energized
and focused? If you want to save more
money, is it because you feel financially insecure or because you to feel more
appreciation for what you already have? If
you are seeking a life partner, is it because you feel alone or because you
have love you want to share and experience more deeply? For each of these questions, the answer could
be both. However, choosing the latter
will shift you into the vibration that aligns and fully supports you in the
process.
In some instances, the changes we desire call for immediate
and full on transformation to activate the sustainable momentum one needs. I find in many cases though, the changes and
goals we desire are more lasting when we take the pressure off and create space
to enjoy the process along the way. For
some people, jumping with both feet in is the way to go, but for many, that can
be a shock to the system and back fire. So
perhaps instead of jumping into yoga class at 6 am every day when you aren’t a
morning person to begin with, you try one class a week after work or on the
weekends. And then after a couple of
weeks, you attend two classes. And then,
maybe that fun dance class on Friday evenings makes its way into your weekly
routine. It becomes fun and fluid
instead of a shock to your mind, body and spirit which in turn has you giving
up on week 2.
Putting more emphasis on the results when deciding to make a
change will only lead to a sense of failure each step of the way. When you focus on what feels good and make a little
more room for it each day, then it becomes a full and satisfying
experience.
What is the energy you want to ignite for yourself in 2018?
And in turn, what is that focused energy asking of you?
Is it asking you to surrender certain attachments? Jump all in with passion and momentum? Move forward but with ease so you don’t feel
overwhelmed?
And in turn, how does this energy contribute to the shifting
of the greater consciousness of the world?
As you feel healthier and more focused, do you have more energy to be
present for loved ones and your community?
As you become more financially prosperous, are you inspired to contribute
to a cause you believe in? As you release
attachments to certain things, are you finding ways to give them to people who could
use them?
The middle of winter, even in warmer climates, gifts us a
time to journey within and reflect on the spirit and energy that longs to
emerge with the growing sunlight over the next six months. Now is the time to anchor it in and ignite
its qualities from within. When we take
just a few minutes each day to remind ourselves of what we want to feel and
experience, then each breath, each action, each small step will unfold with
ease, joy, and mindful awareness.
