Anything but consistent

The rush of Spring caught up with me, and for a while, I felt so busy establishing solid foundations that I hardly took the time to reflect. At the same time, this strong influx of creative energy was incredibly productive, motivating me to push my cherished projects forward and get things done. I have taken a whole month to research, write, and submit a solid PhD proposal. Knowing I have done everything within my power, I feel at ease, temporarily resting in not knowing what is next for me.

By aligning with nature’s flow, I have come to accept that my inner life is in constant flux, and committing to consistency sometimes feels downright impossible. As a result, my creative writing took a hit, and I put the weekly letters on hold for a few weeks. I allow these strong influxes of energy to govern my actions and, when needed, temporarily overrule my other commitments.

Spring is anything but consistent. The prospect of many possible outcomes for our life can swing us in all directions. So whenever there’s a pause to breathe and reflect, we should seize the moment to realign to our greater intent and help ourselves remember where we are headed.

We are in such a moment now. The initial explosive burst of Spring energy has resulted in a vibrantly green world, and we have worked hard to build the primary structures that determine the further maturation of our expressions in the world.

By taking a breath, we allow ourselves to remember the why that informs our work. We find our why by listening to deep desires that tell us what we want to experience and perceive in the world, making our work part of the unique creative expression of our identity.

Remember that excitement is your best compass if this is not crystal clear to you yet. When you investigate your desires, a direction informed by what excites you may conflict with the interests of your rational mind. We are biologically wired to keep doing whatever we know and, therefore, feel safe. Following our excitement pushes us into unknown territory, usually out of our comfort zone, back to fertile grounds where we continue to grow.

I encourage you to take a brief pause from whatever you are engaged in, go outside to be among some trees, and listen to that inner voice. Realign, recommit, and continue your steadfast progress toward your new ideal.