For example, last Sunday John and I went for a 19-mile bike ride. At first, I focused on the thought that this was great exercise, needed by both of us, and how good we'd feel afterward. Well, that's true; and I'm grateful for that. But I began to realize how much more I could be grateful for that day. First, the sun came out early, promising a hot and humid day just like the previous day. But as we unloaded our bikes to hit the trail, the sun went under the clouds—and it stayed there during our entire ride. Thank you. Then I realized how much John and I love to bike together, so this was special time for us. Thank you. In addition, we were biking with two friends—the couple that introduced us six and one-half years ago. Thank you, thank you.
As we rode, I noticed the lovely trees under which the trail ran, the river alongside the trail, birds singing, a red cardinal sitting on a tree branch, beauty all around. Thank you. I thought about how wonderful it is to have the ability to ride a bike—legs that have supported me for years, and arms that can maneuver a bike, cook a meal or give hugs. Thank you. We stopped mid-ride for a lovely brunch at one of our favorite eateries, enjoying good food and great conversation—and lots of cold water to rehydrate. Thank you. And there was so much more. What I realized, though, is that once I focus my awareness on what's around me, I can find so much for which to be grateful.
What are you noticing today? For what are you grateful right now?
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you notice that your inner dialogue is hurling insults that you
wouldn’t lob at your worst enemy, fear has probably taken over.
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
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you notice that your inner dialogue is hurling insults that you
wouldn’t lob at your worst enemy, fear has probably taken over.
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
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you notice that your inner dialogue is hurling insults that you
wouldn’t lob at your worst enemy, fear has probably taken over.
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
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you notice that your inner dialogue is hurling insults that you
wouldn’t lob at your worst enemy, fear has probably taken over.
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
To combat this nasty naysayer, best-selling author and creativity expert Elizabeth Gilbert shares that before she starts any big project, whether it’s a writing endeavor or an important dinner party, she has a conversation with her fear—literally. She sits Fear down, addresses Fear by its proper name, announces the journey, and actually invites it to come along for the ride (it always does, anyway). She then tells Fear that while it can join her on this journey, it is not allowed to make any decisions—and definitely not allowed to drive. What she’s doing is making an arrangement with Fear that allows her to move forward and puts Fear in a place they can both live with—which is never the driver’s seat.
- See more at: http://www.chopra.com/ccl/can-you-recognize-fear?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=CCL%20Newsletter%20150721&utm_campaign=July#sthash.vqXepnf3.dpuf
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