Many people spend a lot of time and energy worrying about things that are beyond their control, such as the future, the past, or the opinions of others. This will lead to stress, anxiety, and unhappiness. Conversely, there is a better way to live: by focusing on what you can CREATE, rather than what you cannot control.
Creating is the act of bringing something new into existence, whether it is a product, a service, a work of art, or a positive change in yourself or the world. Creating is also an expression of your soul, your true self, which is connected to the source of all creativity: the universe.
When you create, you align yourself with your soul and the universal energy that flows through everything. You also tap into your own potential and talents and discover new possibilities and opportunities. You become more Confident, Joyful, and Fulfilled.
Worrying, on the other hand, is the act of focusing on negative outcomes or scenarios that may or may not happen. Worrying is also an expression of your ego, your false self, which is separated from the source of all creativity: the universe.
When you worry, you disconnect yourself from your soul and the universal energy that flows through everything. You also limit your own potential and talents and miss out on new possibilities and opportunities. You become more fearful, anxious, and unhappy.
The difference between creating and worrying is a matter of perspective and choice. You can choose to see challenges as obstacles or as opportunities. You can choose to see yourself as a victim or as a creator. You can choose to see the world as a hostile or as a friendly place.
The key to making this shift from worrying to creating is Awareness. Awareness is the ability to observe your thoughts, feelings, and actions without judgment or attachment. Awareness allows you to recognize when you are operating from your ego or from your soul. Awareness also allows you to change your thoughts, feelings, and actions accordingly.
Here are some practical steps to help you shift from worrying to creating:
- Identify what you are worrying about and ask yourself: Is it something that I can control or influence? If yes, then take action to solve the problem or improve the situation. If no, then let it go and focus on something else that you can control or influence.
- Identify what you want to create and ask yourself: What is my intention? What is my purpose? What is my vision? What are my goals? What are my values? What are my passions? What are my strengths? What are my resources? How can I use them to create what I want?
- Make a plan and take action. Break down your vision into smaller and manageable steps. Set deadlines and milestones. Track your progress and celebrate your achievements. Seek feedback and learn from your mistakes. Adjust your plan as needed.
- Cultivate a positive mindset and attitude. Replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Express gratitude for what you have and what you create. Surround yourself with supportive and inspiring people. Seek inspiration from other creators. Enjoy the process of creating as much as the outcome.
- Practice Mindfulness and Meditation. Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with openness and curiosity. Meditation is the practice of focusing your attention on a single object, such as your breath, a word, or a sound. Both practices help you calm your mind, reduce stress, increase awareness, and enhance creativity.
Create a wonderful day!
-Eddie