Have you found yourself paralyzed by indecision, doubt, and endless mind-chatter when it’s time to take action on important tasks? Well, you are not alone. We all have pesky inner “saboteurs” that love to derail our focus and fill our minds with distracting negativity.
But fear not! Tucked away inside each of us is a powerful inner sage, just waiting to be activated. This sage energy can help quiet the nattering nabobs (Yes, I said that!) of negativity, allowing crystal-clear focus and unfettered action. Much like a Zen martial arts master fending off attacks from all angles, your centered sage can deflect saboteur strikes with graceful ease.
Now, this may sound paradoxical, but the most driven, vigorous action often springs from a perfectly still pond of a mind. Instead of the frenetic, frazzled energy we usually bring to critical situations, the sage operates from a state of profound calm and presence. It’s this very stillness that concentrates all mental and emotional forces into laser-precise execution.
To tap into this sage power, we must first study our personal saboteurs like irksome pests in the garden. Notice their telltale thought patterns – is it the faultfinding Judge spreading stress? The retreat-signaling Avoider? The rigidly controlling…well, Controller? Once you identify the culprits, you can proactively disarm their distracting tactics before they take root.
With diagnosing and diligent practice, activating your inner sage will become second nature. Here are four practical steps to make it happen:
- Breathe deeply. When you feel saboteurs creeping in, pause and take several long, calming breaths. This helps disengage from frantic mind-chatter.
- Visualize your sage. Imagine a quiet, centered, powerful force within you that is unfazed by distractions. Give this sage a distinct form.
- Preempt the saboteurs. Anticipate how each key saboteur may try to interfere. Then consciously reject those distracting thoughts.
- Commit fully. With saboteurs disarmed, immerse yourself completely in purposeful action without hesitation or conflict.
In those make-or-break moments crying out for unwavering focus, you’ll remain cool as a cucumber, channeling your energies into fluid, masterful action. No more frantic flailing – just die-hard determination unfurling in perfectly pruned precision.
So dig in, dig deep, and unearth your inner sage, my friends! With this centerpiece in your mindful garden, you’ll bear bountiful fruit through every purposeful action you take.
Have an Amazing Monday (and everyday!),
Leanna Fredrich, Leadership, Career and Stress-Management Coach
PS: Interested in Coaching? Please email me at Leanna@amazingmondays.com