There are times (and I’m experiencing one of them right now), when deciding which actions to take seems impossible. Too many choices, too many variables. Too little clarity, too little energy.
Which way do I go?
Rather than struggle with choices, sometimes it’s good to just step back and take a rest. Things get clearer and make more sense. That was what I decided to do.
So in that state of mind, as I was thinking about today’s intention, my eye fell on some words on a slip of paper taped to my computer monitor. I put them there earlier in the week. The words were “a gift” earlier in the week from a member of my mastermind group. (Thanks, Karyn!)
The meaning seems pretty obvious on the surface, but as I played with the idea this week I found several different levels of meaning for me personally. It helped me choose to not make a choice about some things. It was an affirmation that sometimes non-action is the right action. So I thought I’d share it.
Once I know what’s right for me, I take action.
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In times past I have been so hard on myself for inaction! I became frustrated with my confusion and inability to make a decision too! I can so relate to your blog and I now think “how true” this was for me. That time of inactivity in my own life led me exactly to where I longed to be. (Even though I didn’t know it at the time!) For me a new job opportunity unfolded that I’d never considered before. Wow, does it ever feel right and am I ever glad I had the space to go a different direction. What I admire about you is that you are honoring the process. What an inspiring topic! Keep us posted!
Shauna,
Thanks for your comment. Sometimes making a choice to have a period of action really feels like going against the grain. Our culture seems to reward those who set goals, devise strategies, and take action. The good news is I think that is shifting in our collective wisdom, at least from my perspective. And congratulations on having the right thing appear at the right time!