Thoughts, Laws & Leadership

As we approach the end of a year and the beginning of a new, it is important for us to reflect on our stories. You know these stories; they are well-crafted and visited repeatedly for years and sometimes decades. These are the stories we tell ourselves, building beliefs and behaviors based on these tales. As Plato reminded us, perception is reality. Our thoughts create our perceptions and our perceptions influence our emotional, psychological, and physical response.

I am reading Marianne Williamson’s latest book, “The Law of Divine Compensation” and was struck by her discussion about how negative thoughts deactivate the divine law, which falls into three major categories: (1) negative sense of self, (2) anger, and (3) guilt. Wow – the big three!

This got me thinking how the big three derail other aspects of our life, including how we love others and how we lead. As we reflect on a negative sense of self, anger, and guilt, let’s explore the following questions:

  • Why do we hold on to these beliefs? Is it habit, unawareness, or true to you?
  • • Is it really true?
  • • Who would you be if it weren’t true?
  • • With what loving thought can you replace the negative thought?
Think about this:

When is the best time to plant an oak tree?
Twenty years ago.
When is the second best time to plant the tree?
Now.

When we step into awareness about our stories and thoughts, we come to realize that we can change those thoughts, and ultimately change our lives. What’s stopping you?

With loving thoughts,
Maria