Take the first step in FAITH. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. – Martin Luther King, Jr.
There appears to be a common want when it comes to the process of realizing our divine dreams, goals and ideas. We want proof, tangible evidence, and assurances that the path we are on will lead to success. Far too often we are centered on the visualization of the final outcome and how it should look that we have ignored all of the steps necessary along the way. During this time of transformation many individuals talk about faith and belief (interchangeably). How do I get it? How do I have it? Why does he/she have more than I do?
Faith
(noun)
1. belief that is not based on proof
(idiom)
1. in truth
Here’s what I know to be true. FAITH is a power innate in all of us! It’s not something we get or have. We are FAITH. No one has any more faith than anyone else. (Oh I know some of you reading these words are shaking your heads and telling me I’m wrong!)
We don’t have faith in external things ~ people, objects, situations and experiences. Faith is a part of your spirit, which means faith cannot, will not, EVER bring anything negative into your life. Belief, on the other hand, is a completely different story. We can believe in ANYTHING! We can choose to believe in sickness or health, wealth or poverty, intelligence or ignorance. Belief will draw to us whatever we believe. Yes, this means the negative stuff too. So, what do you believe?
Now here’s what I find fabulous and very exciting! Belief is important to FAITH! Everyone has the gift, the power of faith, but not everyone has activated his/her faith. It lies dormant in many people. This is why we look at some individuals and believe that they have more faith than we do. Everyone has the ability to draw his or her good from the invisible to the visible, but not everyone does it. When you believe in yourself, your divine dreams, ideas, goals, projects, when you believe that you deserve to live a life you love (one that is dynamic and delicious), FAITH moves into expression. How cool is that!
Know this affirmation: I claim, breathe, and know FAITH. FAITH is active and alive in me.
The power of one, if FEARLESS and focused, is formidable. – Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
What fears in your life have kept you anchored to the past?
Acknowledging fears does not mean we are validating them. While our thoughts and words are indeed powerful and will direct what shows up in our life, it doesn’t mean that the work it takes to identify these fears and discover why they are there results in more negativity.
Fear
(noun)
1. the feeling or condition of being afraid
2. concern or anxiety
(verb – used with object)
1. to regard with fear; to be afraid of
Part of our transformation requires a shift in consciousness over the words we use and their definitions. While the word fear can be defined by what I listed above, my favorite definition and the one I live by is: False Evidence Appearing Real. When I know this definition, I realize that fears in my life DO NOT have power over me. Although I might have given them power in the past, I am ready to re-claim my authority. No one or no thing can have influence over you unless you give your permission. Are you ready to take it back?
Know this affirmation: I release all fears, doubts and limiting thoughts. I AM FEARLESS!
Living a FEARLESS life doesn’t mean we walk blindly and ignore guidance. The ability to embrace FEARLESSNESS comes from activating FAITH. Knowing we are FAITH versus faith being an external object we have to locate and put into our pocket reflects our belief systems. We are ready to claim, own and love who and what we are. We are confident in our divine gifts, skills and talents.
Instead of thinking about fears in your life as something you have to overcome, consider a shift and ask yourself the question: How can I work with and through fears that I know do not have a place in my life? Take the time to understand and discover you and watch how you are able to release and reclaim your power!
The first rule of FOCUS: Wherever you are be there. – Source Unknown
We are living in an era of content – mass content. We can receive data in tweets, posts, texts, radio, TV, the Internet and verbally. Technology has afforded us an opportunity to live globally and at the same time increases the mental clutter we very often are struggling to release.
It’s rare than any of us claims one role in our lives. When asked how many hats we wear, most can list 25 in a matter of minutes. We want to be all things to all people and at the same time prioritize our needs and goals toward what we want realized in our life.
With all of this clutter swirling in our heads, what do we do?
Focus
(noun)
1. a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity
(verb used with object)
1. to concentrate
As we discover and develop our life purpose limitless opportunities present themselves daily. Are you aware and alert to their showing up? Have you gone days, weeks, and months and not recognized events, circumstances or individuals that could have been a part of your journey?
While centering on goals that move us toward our divine dreams, ideas and goals, we need to start at the beginning. We need to FOCUS and live in the now! Worrying about what happened yesterday or what could happen tomorrow clutters your mind. What’s in the past is in the past and placing energy on what could happen will exhaust your mind, body and spirit.
FOCUS on the present offers clarity. You will begin to recognize textures, smells, colors, signs and opportunities. FOCUS on where you feet are planted opens the door to awareness and guidance.
Know this affirmation: I AM FEARLESS because I AM FAITH. I FOCUS on living, with awareness, in the present.
Are you ready?
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Humanity’s misfortune is when we don’t realize the very gifts we are! We don’t serve the rest of the world or ourselves by playing small. Live your life big! Own your truth! We must embrace the knowing that we deserve to live a life we love, one that supports who and what we are. We need to be willing to say, ‘Yes! I choose me!’
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© 2011 Michele Mattia. All Rights Reserved.
Michele, a nationally recognized speaker on both tv and radio, is an Inspirational Speaker, Best Selling Author, Life Design Coach, New Thought Leader and Creative Strategist. During a silent retreat five years ago, she asked herself the question: “What would I do right now if I wasn’t worried about the “how”?” What manifested next was nothing short of extraordinary! Specializing in Life Design, Michele’s mission is to inspire, support and co-create all possibilities her clients and audiences are courageous enough to demand. She motivates others to claim their unique gifts and talents, while owning that they deserve to create a dynamic and delicious life. Michele believes, we must embrace the knowing that we deserve to live a life we love, one that supports who and what we are. We need to be willing to say, “Yes! I choose me!” To learn more about Michele and receive Michele’s Daily Dash, an empowering eZine, go to www.MicheleMattia.com
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