Just trust yourself, then you will know how to live. 
- Goethe

When you are so attached to the results of what you desire you are trying to control it.  Instead, remember the power of vulnerability. Dr. Brene Brown, a guest on Oprah's Soul Series, and also the author of Daring Greatly, talks about the importance of being yourself by giving yourself permission to ask for what you want, to go after what you want, and to not be ashamed of who you are. Going after your dream is taking a risk, and giving up control is an important part of relaxing into the experience and enjoying your journey.  It's not about the outcome, it is about who you are becoming along the way as you grow, learn and experience all that you greatest dreams will teach you.

       




 Leave Room For Surprises  Mike Dooley (TUT)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     l

When you set an intention your brain sends out signals and activates an attractive force.  You don't want to mix signals or add confusion by getting overwhelmed.  instead, learn to recognize that small voice of intuition inside that tells you when you resonate with an idea, then follow it.  Take a step forward, follow the signs along the way, tiny breadcrumbs to lead you to somewhere new. Don't get attached to the outcome.  The Universe knows the details, the best way, and you don't want to get in the way, just do your part by taking inspired action.  Visualize yourself already in your greatest desire, then let it go,  do something else, be engaged in the present moment and trust that what you are being guided toward is also moving toward you.
When you have a deep desire to go after a dream, you are being pushed to reach your greatest potential. 

“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that
take our breath away.” - Maya Angelou

Often we are the hardest on ourselves, beating ourselves up for nothing more than insecurities that are old patterns of thinking.  Change your mind about yourself and be your greatest supporter.  Change the self-talk you feed yourself all through the day.  You are beautiful and worthy and capable of making your life the way you want it to be.  Challenge yourself to be all you can be, and then appreciate yourself, and like what you do, and who you are. 

“Whenever you want to achieve something, keep your eyes open, concentrate and
make sure you know exactly what it is you want. No one can hit their target with
their eyes closed.”   Paul Coelho

Your own self-worth and your  perception of the events of your life are completely up to you.  You can change your mind, and 'reframe' circumstances in order to find the benefit.  If you are feeling discouraged, use this as an opportunity to practice increasing your focus on your talents.  Instead of listening to the negative voice in your head  - or from other people - choose to refocus and see yourself as the successful, healthy, happy person you were born to be.

"Thoughts are giant-powers. They are more powerful than electricity. They control
  your life, mold your character, and shape your destiny."
By Sri Swami Sivananda, Thought Power, Yoga-age.com

You can strengthen your mind by replacing fear worry and anxiety with faith, trust and hope.  You have the choice. You actually protect yourself with the higher level thoughts that are positive and uplifting, self-approving, loving, compassionate and supportive.  You will also find yourself giving from these qualities more and more, and your relationships will improve, your life will smooth out and become less of a daily shock. Living in a state of harmony, and peace will attract your dream as naturally as it was always intended.
"The mind that  dwells, thinks and works in faith will always be strong...to live in that truth is to provide the mind with a protection that has no equal."  Christian D. Larson  

“The most important thing you can do to achieve your goals is to make sure
that as soon as you set them, you immediately begin to create momentum.” 
-Tony Robbins

Beginning immediately is sending out a clear message that you believe in yourself.  If you are waiting for something to occur, once you 've started going after your dream, you might feel a sense of let down.  This is not the time to allow your energy to drop, or give your inner voice permission  to tell you it won't work.  Believe in yourself - for no reason.  You don't need a reason to understand your greatness. This time in between, when nothing seems to be happening, is when you can use deliberate intention to keep moving forward in the 'direction' of your dream, even without seeing instant evidence.  Do something every day that is relative to your dream.  Maybe you need to get more information, get in better shape so you'll have more energy,  take a class, make a phone call, read a biography of someone who has done what you dream of; in some way discover new avenues toward self-improvement.  It is consistency that builds momentum and keeps you focused, as well as providing you structure, like an architect. 

"Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds 
confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think
about it. Go out and get busy."
Dale Carnegie

“If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and
endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with success
unexpected in common hours.” - Henry David Thoreau

We reach a point in life where a shift takes place and we move into the heart place. from this new vantage point we have a broader perspective. It becomes less about what we do, and more about who we become.  We are more willing to takes risks, court failure, and get back up again without judging ourselves. 
Decide today who you are, where you want to go, and who you choose to become. You will grow into the person who can become the Dream held firmly in place by the heart.

"To forgive is to remove a block in your awareness to love’s presence" 
A Course In Miracles

Forgiveness is something that happens inside of yourself and it changes you at a molecular level.  When you release the toxicity of emotional stress from holding onto resentments, focusing on the past mistakes, harboring regrets, blaming, feeling shame or guilt, you are harming yourself at all levels.  Begin by noticing the thoughts as they come up, pay attention, stay in the moment and then make a commitment to halt the thoughts that are causing you distress.  Whether it is aimed at someone else through anger or impulsive rage or irritation, or if you are directing it toward yourself with feelings of loss and lack, regret or a preoccupation on unpleasant memories, stop it all immediately, divert your attention to something peaceful or beautiful in your environment, or conjure up an image of a flower, take a walk, listen to music, then replay the image and the thought in a positive way. 
This is your key to health, happiness and abundance. You are creating new neuro pathways in your brain and your outer world will be a reflection of the new way of thinking you have on the inside.

"Contentment and soul satisfaction hold power in the system, and thus aid directly in giving the person the greater power required to make everything in life become the way he desires it to be."  Christian D. Larson 1912

We are energy. Teach yourself to accumulate energy as you would make deposits into a savings account. you already have the means and the resources at your fingertips, or rather inside of your body.  Develop self- control by choosing not to unleash your inner agitation, in fact, eliminate your internal disturbances altogether by finding greater levels of peace. You have the ability, and when you make new choices and turn from anger, envy, jealousy, resentments, in fact anything that keeps your focus off other people and focused instead on your own self-improvement, you will be making deposits into your store house of energy reserves.  This practice is what will take you to a transformational life - swiftly, and with certainty. The evidence will show you that you are approaching a higher, finer, more subtle field of growth and development that will bring  you the satisfaction and purpose you seek.

“I'm gonna break
I'm gonna break
I'm gonna break my
rusty
  cage and run"   Johnny Cash

There is freedom in persistence.  Just when are ready to quit is when you need to take it one more step forward.  Just when you feel like giving up is when the energy has built to the point where a shift can occur.  It's at this 11th hour that you will get your breakthrough, so instead of stopping, try again.  If you feel discouraged, remember you are not alone.  Everyone goes through these steps of frustration and doubt.  If you have the passion for something, keep going. Passion is fuel.

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