Andy and I are dealing with a big weed right now. We’re playing our part well and I’m not going to give it more energy by going into the details. So, how to let go when something is important and people have been letting it falling into a crack? Do what we can and use our energy on things that enhance our lives rather than suck energy from us. In the past I used this visual to remind me of the monkey who gets trapped because he won’t let go of the coconut inside.
It reminded me to ask myself if I had more sense than a monkey.
Now I use my sun with stairs image
to remind myself to choose how I will respond. Sometimes it’s only a matter of focusing on something else, sometimes the issue is deeper and I have to understand exactly what is bothering me. Either way the image reminds me not to throw away my personal power, to make wise choices.
Stay curious and open to life. No matter what happens keep learning and growing. Find what you love and find a way to share it with others.
Yep, that’s what I’m aiming for. I don’t have to do it perfectly, just try to keep on that track.
February 23, 2024
I don’t understand the context of the “big weed” must be an American slang term…
Nope, it’s referring to my post Happiness as a Garden:
Hope your weed stops growing and a big machete cuts it back. mean while, you have this to fall back on.
Thank you!
Catherine (above): i don’t understand the content of the “big weed” either and I’ve been privy to American slang for eight decades. I read it as a metaphor for a big problem that she doesn’t want to share in public but is bothering her and Andy.
From one Jean to another, I wish you peace with whatever is going on.
Thanks!
I love how you rely on your personal power to overcome useless negative emotions. Have you ever considered starting a podcast? I’ll be first to subscribe!
I taught classes and led groups on stress management, emotional aikido, etc. for ten years after I retired 30 years ago. I’m always happy to talk about it one on one. Different things work for different people.
You are so wise!!
It’s been a great hobby. There are always chances to practice.
I hope the weed wacker can chop down those weeds soon.
Thank you! We’re making progress. 🙂
You have very clever ways of dealing with the weeds in life. I like the one about the monkey.
Hoping that weed gets knocked down soon.
Thanks. 🙂