Stepping Into Uncertainty
Dealing with uncertainty causes a lot of. worry and hoo-hah. It shouldn't, because we are generally good and adapting to change.
Just Because You Can…
There are many ways to avoid the stress caused by over commitment, and the repressed resentment of doing things you'd really rather not do. It's easy to get drawn into saying 'yes' when we'd rather not volunteer, and at times it can be an automatic response... Whether it's over commitment or another personal habit, here's a handy reminder to avoid all that.
Rules in Life Make the Game
We are bound by rules and many of us dream of breaking out and setting ourselves free. As there is with most things if you look for it, there's a lighter side to this.
Failure Isn’t Inevitable, But It Can Be
It can be confusing to be living in a culture which extols values that it doesn't live by. Having to sign up to being successful when really all we want to do live as we always have done, failing effortlessly and then complaining about it is tiring. It leads to inner conflict and a lot of wasted energy. To avoid this confusion and simplify things, here are a few ideas for increasing the chances of failing:
The Dangers of a Single Story
If you only have a single story about yourself, an event, or anything else, that story is manipulating you. You might say that a single story leads to psychological impoverishment.
Surviving vs Thriving
When someone survives something it is generally an important phase in their growth and development. Having 'survived', what next? The natural order of things suggests getting on with life, moving on, and thriving even.
Pilgrimage is Transformative Travel
Pilgrimage is open to all. You don't have to have faith in anything except your own abilities. You can plan a pilgrimage, but not the outcome, and you don't necessarily have to arrive at the destination to enjoy a transformation.
The Power of Questions – If They Are the Right Ones
Not all questions need immediate answers. A good one goes on working long after it has been asked.
Discovery Can Make You Rich
Exploration requires a certain state of mind. If you like a formula, I guess it's curiosity + intent, or something like that.
7 Ways That Difficult People Can Help You Grow
After years of painstaking study, I have written an article which will give you all you need to improve your confidence if you have to deal with behaviour that you find challenging or difficult.
