We can notice what we do not want and ruminate about it. Unfortunately, reviewing what is unwanted only draws more of it to us! Oh No! Instead, we can focus on appreciating what we perceive and desire. Let’s review this example.
Illustration
Maria was worrying about how upset her husband, Tim, had become. After reading a news story of violence abroad, he had been sharing his sentiments that much goodness came from Catholicism and how he appreciated his Catholic roots. Tim felt unsettled and so did she.
Our heroine felt how these news stories had touched something deep and important to her man, a piece of his own vitality he wanted to rekindle now. Maria asked herself how could she help him?
What if our star pointed out the good she saw in him? In a flash M became animated at the list of qualities to appreciate she could create. Tim expressed his caring and competence in so many ways. The two had a long drive planned. What a perfect opportunity to share how her man has warmed and delighted her! Both of them could focus on something positive.
The protagonist filled with warmth as she basked in thoughts of her husband’s integrity. Instead of reviewing all the reactivity and discomfort, she put attention on what she loved.
Realization
Let’s notice how good came forth from a report of disturbing events. Maria decided to appreciate and immediately began to feel better. We know that Tim’s spirits will raise on their vacation– we all love to be appreciated.
As Maria looked for good, she exercised her personal power to lift her mood and in the process to create more satisfaction for both of them.
Have you been experimenting with appreciation? Do you have some results that are fun to let us all know? Please comment. Encourage us all again to attune to what we love.
Janet Pearlman is a spiritual teacher, counselor, healer and artist. These posts demonstrate everyday applications of the path to greater self knowledge and mastery. Opportunities for greater empowerment abound in the moments of our lives. As we all go for operating from a centered and loving space, we are creating a world where peace can prevail. In her forty-six year journey of self-discovery, Janet has deeply studied the teachings of Abraham-Hicks, Ernest Holmes, Inayat Khan and more. Janet offers individual sessions by phone and in person. Please contact her at jpearl555@earthink.net to arrange an appointment.