We live in a fast paced world where we are inundated with opportunities to grow and expand. To grow mindfully, we must learn to focus our attention, be clear with our intention, desired outcome, and the needs of others. If we do not take care of loose ends from the onset, they come back to haunt us later, with possible greater financial and emotional costs than there would have been had we taken care of business in the first place.
Being clear means we must identify what we want, and be able to express our needs and desires to achieve our goals. We are aware that along the way things may change, but we do not lose sight of our intention and outcome. We tell the truth – out loud. If we are not clear with our intention, quietly processing, then we are easily influenced by the expectations of others, and we end up doing something we did not want to do.
Being clear means we build healthy relationships with others because we know we are clear from the beginning. Being clear means we listen attentively to the needs of another, and are honest when we do not agree with them, but support them. We do this compassionately with love, not through blame and criticism. We accept and understand there are times when we simply do things differently.
The holidays are quickly approaching, with family, work and events planned. During this time it is most beneficial to maintain one’s personal space through meditation where focus is amplified and tension released. The cobwebs are removed and the light shines brightly for us to see what we want, how we feel, and how we are going to achieve our desired outcome.
Ironically we may be very clear and focused in our personal meditation, but unable to take that clarity into our external world. Here we must find within us the strength to lean into a concept or idea with a new perspective. We must add physical action. Often it is easier to stay the same even if it’s uncomfortable because at least it is familiar. This becomes stagnant energy and ends up draining those around us because they do not know what we want. They are tired of working so hard and may appear demanding when they are only asking for clarity.
There are certain situations where we know we are vulnerable, quiet and anxiously waiting for the moment to pass only to revisit it again. This is the perfect time to make changes. To help us move forward we can plan what we want to say ahead of time. We practice and learn to assert ourselves with respect, enthusiasm and integrity. It takes guts and courage to speak up, to let go of any insecurities we may have of not being liked.
The next time you feel confused or hurt tell yourself the truth. Did you align with your intention? Did you honestly share what you wanted? The truth is inside us and the benefits of clarity begin within, as we see ourselves creating with love and compassion, and taking our truth into action.
Regina Kaiser
