Hang On!

"You can do amazing things if you have strong faith,

deep desire, and just hang in there."

Norman Vincent Peale

Shuffling through the leaves that have fallen, I wonder of their fate. Does their energy go on to something new or is this simply it? Glancing upwards, two leaves cling to a branch. Now what do they know that the others didn't? Are they brave or are they in denial of their fate? I walk on thinking, "At least they are together."

Even with solid friendships to be trusted with our inner chaos, fears can rush us. How long can we hold out? When is enough, enough? If we are blessed to hear even one small voice that encourages us to hang on, perhaps we can endure the winds of time. When we allow one other to witness our state, we just might become stronger.

And who is this one other that witnesses our peril? It can be our soul mate, priest, or local waiter at the neighboring cafe. Sometimes it is a total stranger we 'accidently' meet that offers insights that fill us with hope. And as we hang in there, perhaps the branch will keep us together and not let us fall, after all.   

Get Going!

"Inaction is not only the result, but the cause of fear."

Norman Vincent Peale

We may have the best plan ever, but without planning, there may not be a healthy outcome. If we make hasty decisions not taking into consideration the body, mind, and soul, we may be setting ourselves up for failure. Dreams help us break through limited reality, opening to possibility and  capturing fulfillment.  

Too much time can be wasted if we simply project goals into the future without beginning to prepare presently. It is when we take action that energy begins to propel us forward. No matter how grand our intention, actualizing a starting point is imperative. Discovering resources, and regulating expectations, form a sturdy foothold.

When we invest awareness daily, our planning stimulates stronger connections. Rather than focusing on an end result, we can experience excitement on a regular basis. Building momentum increases the odds of becoming successful in what we long to attain.  Instantly we begin to live our dream rather than awaiting undeclared achievement. 

 

Ask The Magician

"What the mind can conceive and believe,

and the heart desire, you can achieve."

Norman Vincent Peale

Trust in the ability to make healthy choices for the self. Identify what is needed to nurture the body, mind, and soul. Then follow through with intentions to address these needs. Be loyal to inspirations as they come into our lives laced with spiritual connection and reward.

Sitting back, viewing life as though it were a movie will not meet your needs. Living fully requires active participation based upon personal choices and design. If we do not hold our lovely selves accountable, we will find life straying towards disappointment and too often, failure.

If we choose to give as much thought to the unfolding of the day as we give to the local barista with our coffee choice, we will be on our way. Healthy possibilities surround us, just waiting to bring color, depth, and satisfaction. However, we need to ask and invite the magicians to begin.