And now I must let go…
2009 May 6
We all have our dreams, right?
We all have our own ways of sending the message out to the universe. Some pray, some journal, some post in their blogs for the world to read (like me…lol). We have made our requests.
Now what?
Let it go…do nothing more. Do not attempt to control the outcome. No matter how much that voice in your head is screaming to take over. Do not listen to that voice. Just breath deeply and brush all the thoughts aside (especially the negative thoughts!)
Then…
Release your dream with love.
Be patient.
Let the universe do it’s job.
Continue to be patient…
♥
Caroline, I NEEDED to read this at this very moment. Being patient has always been a struggle for me and the demise of many of my dreams. I’d get impatient, think that I could do it alone only to mess things up.
God uses us to help others and today he used you to help me.
Bless You!
Just want to tell you that I read a lovely little book last summer by Sonia Choquette called “Your Heart’s Desire.” I think you’d enjoy it. This post reminded me of the idea of “actively” letting go, meaning even though you’ve put it out there into the universe, you’re still actively engaging in the process by holding this in your intention. One of the best ways to do this is visualization. A few minutes a day, in whatever way works for you. What do you think?
Tabby – Being patient is indeed hard! I have to remind myself over and over…in due time. Glad this helped you today!
Chania Girl – I have that book and read it years ago… But actively holding the visualization is still controlling the outcome (for me anyway). I have found that for me, I must let go of all perceived outcomes. It’s my big leap of faith. The universe knows what I want… I tend to be an obsessive type and I want so badly to control and make it happen now…it just doesn’t help me. So I must just let it go…even visualizing the outcome of it. My dream is “out there somewhere” and I must continue my journey in life. Who knows when it will manifest. I just have faith that it will someday. But I just can’t think about it anymore. Life must go on.
A great exercise in realism…
Beautifully put. It is about the love that you create and the faith that it will bear fruit. Peace.
I love this post’s emphasis on patience and trust. So much truth here. Thanks.
To me dreams are best accomplished with effective action steps… Which is different than controlling… It is assisting
I really like this one Caroline. As I was writing last night I wondered if I would finish this book, or if it would sit unfinished like the last few. Then I realized that even if it does, who cares. Writing is therapeuric for me and if that is the extent of that dream, then so be it. Thanks for the post.
Wise, wise words that leave me feeling peaceful.
I so believe this too, Caroline….a beautiful affirmation!
Inspired by reading Judith Orloff’’s book: Emotional Freedom..I put my hand over my heart and just feel my feeling when I get frustrated or upset. Get myself back to being in the moment and patient. Sometimes it can be a struggle!
Lovely reminder, especially since I was laid off a month ago. The photo and the affirmation are beautiful and trusting. I believe that I already have everything I need, so I don’t really feel any lack or want. I will get another job; I know this. I am happy and content exactly where I am, no matter my circumstances.
Years ago, a loved one was in the throes of drug addiction. For months, I tried to “fix” things. Finally, in tears, I prayed to God asking what I should do. His answer, clear as a bell, came to me: “Get out of my way.” One of the hardest things I ever had to do, but I learned so much and am so grateful for the outcome.
I don’t want to be patient. I want to stomp my feet and hold my breath until I get what I want!!!
Well, all right, you know I won’t do that. But there is a part of me that would love that release :->
I will do my best to be patient. Breathing instead of crying. OK.
I needed this reminder today
yes, PATIENCE is a virtue I’m wondering if I’ll ever be able to master this lifetime!!!
Paul – Oh yes it is! And it’s really really hard to do!!
Butternut – Right now, it’s all about faith for me and nothing else.
Septmom – Patience is not my strong point that’s for sure. I write about this just to remind myself
Annie – If action steps work for you…awesome! I have found that putting a plan together never works for me…lol. I guess the universe just wants me to be flexible.
Shann – Good for you. It’s one sentence in front of the other. Just keep doing what feels right.
Paisley – I am glad they brought you peace…I am finally beginning to feel it myself.
Serena – Thank you!
Shell – Oh my gosh, I just did that today. It felt so good. I was finally able to find a bit of peace in that.
Rose – Getting out of the way is key. It’s the toughest thing to do, as I know I want to control everything! Giving up control is so scary…but it’s liberating once you do so. You will be taken care of, just trust.
Ann – LOL, I am right there with you. Sometimes I feel like a 2 year old. I want it and I want it now!!!!
Charlane – I am glad this helped you today.
Zhen – I think this is my BIG lesson in life. Patience does not come easy for me. I have really screwed things up for myself in the past because of impatience. I am learning, but it does not come easy.
One or two of the important lessons I learn from Life is – Time and Patience … and to light up your day a bit, you just got the Noblesse Award! Yeah! Come to my place to claim it!
When I send a request out into the Universe I always add ‘or something even better’. That way I allow some flexibility – and a lovely surprise!!
In my humble opinion…
If you’re not attatched to anything then there’s nothing to let go!
We choose our attachments which is a form of control.
Control is not a negative word or action… it’s how we choose to view it and use it that can be negative.
Control is an aspect of being human and enables us to steer our lives in the direction of our choice.
Yes it’s healthy to let go, but it’s okay to have control in your life too.
Thanks for posting this. Reading it has enabled me to be clearer about what I believe.
Take care and enjoy being you.
Ribbon
What you have written about, so eloquently and honestly, must resonate with all of us. Thank you for reaching out with that beautifully written post.
Thank you, too, for stopping by my blog and for your lovely comment about the ‘furry Buddha’!
xx
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