Patience - by Judy Williamson

I love this recent post from Judy Williamson, Executive Director of the Napoleon Hill Foundation.

Dear Readers:

It's true.  Our lives seem to be the busiest ever, and our minds follow the pattern of our lives.  Just "being" becomes more and more difficult as each day begins with more to do and the chatter in our minds becomes non-stop.  How do we become still and learn to listen to the innate wisdom inside each of us?  How can we learn to turn down the constant noise, and tune in to that still small voice within that knows us intimately? 

When we are able to disengage ourselves from the constant mind chatter, we find that not only do we gain more time, but we can effectively channel into our personal genius and become creatively inspired.  That's good for us and good for our soul too.  When this occurs, time slows down, stress lessens, we are alert to our surroundings in the now, and do not project ourselves into the future, or time travel to the past, but stay constructively engaged in the present - the only real time there is. 

In the times when I am able to stay constructively in the present, I am more centered, less stressed.  I complete tasks effortlessly, and still have time remaining.  I enjoy the moment and feel part of the eternal now.  Days like this are calming, constructive, creative, and centering.  I feel as if I could engage in any task and have a successful outcome.  I will be the first to admit that these days are not typical, but I would like more of them.  As I seek the recipe for this type of day, I notice some commonalities in their overall structure.

First, I disengage myself from the outcome.  I do my best and then forget about it.  I do not fret, cajole, mourn, or grieve for what is or isn't.  I accept just "is."  Second, I move from task to task with a direct approach, but not a compulsion.  I greet it, complete it, and walk away from it allowing the universe to deal with its outcome instead of me.  Third, I attend to my inner and outer world.  What's physical aligns with spirit, and vice versa.  This creates equilibrium.  And, balance is good.  Fourth, I look for the humor in the situation, rather than look for something to critique.  Humor tickles our spirit, and criticism slaps it down.  Finally, I follow the flow, and do not attempt to change the course of the river. For me, days like this are memorable and speak to my spirit.  And it is on a day like this that I am open to miracles small and large.  Insights come and go, synchronicities happen, and positive results are tangible. 

I read a reflection this morning that took me on a reverie because I like ships, sailing, and anything to do with water.  Written by Terry Lynn Taylor and Mary Beth Crain it states:  "My life is floating in a sea of tranquility; my body is the boat, my mind the sail, and my soul the water."  If this doesn't calm you down and help you practice patience, I can't imagine what will!  As you sail away on life's oceans, may all your journeys be filled with positive destinations.

Be Your Very Best Always!
Judy Williamson