Trust the Universe

Place your order with the Universe and TRUST you will receive.

Maybe that sounds simple? You’re hyped up on all that you’ve learned about the Law of Attraction—how everything you want is at the tip of your fingers if only you want it and feel it strongly enough. However, when time passes and you’ve been saying your affirmations, taking time to BE, and well, the results don’t seem to be happening fast enough, the trust factor in the Universe may become a little more difficult. If you’re finding this to be the case for you, don’t worry you’re not alone. I’ve gone through the same experience and I’m sure most people have.

There are a few things to remember, though. One, you will be provided exactly what you need when you need it. This isn’t always the same as when you think you need it. Second, you may have a chance to examine what you really want. It’s possible your desires have changed. Third, the Universal Law is always working.

Have you heard of the man who stumbled upon a large gold mine? In the book, Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill he shares the real life story off R.U. Darby. He set out west with the full purpose of striking it rich. It turns out, he did find gold. He was able to obtain investors and got the necessary equipment to mine the gold. He made back all the expenses and more. Things were going great—until there was no more gold. Eventually, he gave up. He sold the machinery to a junk man for a few hundred dollars and went back home.

This junk man called in a mining engineer for his expertise. This professional was able to advise based upon fault lines and predicted that if they started digging in a specific place, they would strike gold. But it’s what happens next that provides a solid lesson for all of us. The location where they found the gold was only three feet away from where Darby had stopped digging! The junk man became a multimillionaire.

The lessons? While there may be many in this account, I take out two things. 1) Seek advice and guidance from those who have both the experience and knowledge, and 2) persevere.

Maybe your goals involve something that seems out of reach to you. What are you doing about it? Are you just sitting back and waiting or are you actively following inspired action? Do you avail yourself of those around you who could help you? You could fear rejection, but remember rejection is a myth—nothing more. You can only gain by asking for someone’s help. If they say no, you are no further behind. Are you requesting that the right people come into your life? It’s also possible they are already in place and you had no idea. Open your eyes and trust your heart, trust the Universe.

The second lesson is all about persevering. If we have goals and desires we don’t give up. I’ve heard it said many times in my journey that so many give up when the Universe was just about to deliver their desires. In effect, these people were three feet from gold! Expand on this. If you had a crystal ball and could see the future, it’s quite possible the fulfillment of all your dreams is right around the corner. Are you going to stop trusting in the Universe because you can’t make it a while longer? If you are willing to stop, it doesn’t mean you don’t truly want what you’re after. You could be discouraged, but as noted earlier in this article, it’s also a good time to reassess what you want. When you know that you want something, with every fiber of your being, you won’t let anything stop you for working toward it.*

Lisa Nichols put it a good way in a recent webinar. I don’t recall the exact wording, but I derived the point.

Think of yourself as being in a restaurant with friends. You place your order and then what do you do? Do you spend the next while taking about your upcoming meal repeatedly, as if worried that it won’t show up? Do you think that when your meal comes, instead of it being the steak you ordered, it’s going to be fish?

Nonsense. You expect to receive the meal you ordered. You spend the time, waiting, enjoying a nice glass of wine and friendly conversation.

The Universe is like that waiter. Give it your order and then sit back (enjoy the wine) and wait for it.

I share this analogy because I’ve pulled on it a few times since I heard her say it. It gives a clear image of how the Law of Attraction works. In expanding on the thought, when it comes to your Universal wish list, the waiting for it can also mean inspirational ideas and actions you need to take. (Truly, this subject matter could be expanded on in many posts. Simply look at all the books on the subject.)

With all of this said, there are still times that negative thinking can creep in—how do you handle it? Do you try to quickly turning it around? In my next article, I’ll share with you why this is a dangerous thing.

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CAROLYN ARNOLD is the author of several published novels, including her best-selling Madison Knight series. Her love for writing dates back to her teen years, but it was only in recent years that she was reunited with this love to pursue it with career passion.

www.carolynarnold.net

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*If you're looking for a good movie that shows how both BEing, having fun, and being determined are key ingredients for success, I recommend Million Dollar Arm.

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Overcoming Self-Doubt

When it comes to strained or broken relationships, there are times when all that may be needed is compromise. And when we're hurting, a stand we took that may have resulted in our current situation may fall under scrutiny.   We may start to question whether we made the right decision, maybe if we were too final in our choice. Remember, though, this you are where you're supposed to be at this moment.

Depending on our circumstance that thought can take our breath. Are you saying, I'm meant to be hurting? No, but I believe that your life's journey has given you a chance to blossom, to grow, to show what you are made of.

If we rejected due to who we are, including our set of beliefs and self-expression, self-doubt makes us wonder if we are worth anything. We can get so low that we don’t think we make a difference. After all, if a person, or people, we love so much can part ways with us, we can reason we’re worthless and our life no longer holds any purpose. We can get so low with these thoughts that we are pulled into a dark pit within us that would have us even possibly entertaining suicidal thoughts. But know you are not alone. (Refer to article “It’s Okay to Feel”.)

AND WAIT!

There’s that glimmer inside of you, even if it is very faint that tells you, you love yourself. There’s a spark of hope that whispers in your ear, ‘one day you’ll be happier than ever’.

BE ENCOURAGED!

If you’re feeling even that hint at a positive outlook, you’re making progress. You are on your way to overcoming self-doubt.

But what if you’re so blue, you can’t find that inner spark? I’ll provide a few steps that have helped me, but first you have to really examine the reason for the dissolved relationship. Going back to the matter of compromise, we have to ask ourselves this important question: If I made this compromise, would I be happy?

Let’s give this question some thought.

Imagine yourself making this compromise.You may picture yourself in their arms, being told how much they love you. They are smiling at you, BUT THEN, the image transforms. You realize that you made the ultimate compromise—things haven’t changed! Wait a minute, that’s not what you want. They can hug you and speak of love now because you are who they want you to be. But are you who you want to be? Are you free to be the true you without judgment?

Suddenly the picture comes clearer into focus. By making that compromise, you made the ultimate sacrifice—you muted your inner self. You told yourself that it’s okay to listen to other people for direction in your life.

Know this, when you have the above-noted imagining you are on your way to healing. You realize no relationship, no matter how dear and precious it may be to your heart, is worth sacrificing you.

Consider what really ended the relationship and think on these three questions:

• To repair the relationship would I be making all the compromises?
• Will I be truly happy to “settle” in the relationship while the main issues boil beneath the surface?
• Am I simply wanting to make amends to stop the hurting?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it is probably best to move on. Your first impulse is likely telling you, ‘that’s not going to be easy, I still love them’. And that’s fine, you can love them, but from a distance. You can love them and accept them on your terms. Along with doing this, there has to be forgiveness and acceptance—two things that will come over time. (Refer to the article Honor Yourself and future articles that will follow on this subject.)

How can you find that inner spark that will lead to healing?

• Remember, you have the right to be you!
• Grab and hold onto your core beliefs stronger than ever.
• Know you will grow stronger as a person.
• View this change in your life as a challenge, as something to grow from. (Most of us can’t say no to a challenge, come on, it’s in our nature!)
• Know that you have something to share with the world around you.
• Correct negative “self-talk” with positive mantras.

As you continue on your journey toward self-discovery and healing, you’ll realize it’s not an easy road, but it is rewarding. You really get to know yourself, “what makes you tick”, what makes you happy, what your beliefs are. And by overcoming self-doubt, you will be well on your way to a happier state of being.

-- Carolyn Arnold