{"id":7797,"date":"2013-01-10T17:23:38","date_gmt":"2013-01-10T22:23:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/2013\/01\/08\/"},"modified":"2013-01-10T17:23:38","modified_gmt":"2013-01-10T22:23:38","slug":"learn-how-to-be-in-the-flow-7-observations-and-suggestions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=7797","title":{"rendered":"Learn How To Be In The Flow: 7 Observations And Suggestions"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Richard Moat<\/p>\n

(Hey Folks, it’s me, Rebecca. Here’s the deal, the nice folks over at Masters Channel asked if I would be interested in publishing any of their contributor’s work. I thought this was a good start of the year post that could still be relevant despite the year being a little less new now. So the timing being off is my fault, not his. Now start reading!<\/em>)<\/p>\n

This is a particularly unique time of year, a sort of void that exists between the excesses of Christmas – whether that be excessive spending, stress, eating, socializing, planning etc\u00a0– and the re-start of the calendar year. Whatever your state during this time, here’s something for you to think about in any quiet moments or down time you may find yourself with.<\/p>\n

Many aspects of your life are experiencing renewal regardless of date, time of year, or occasion. Some renewals are consciously experienced and others less so. The miracle that is your body and the intelligence that is weaved into every thread of the universe\u00a0you are part of both step to an unfaltering beat. This beat is known as “FLOW”.<\/p>\n

The term “in the flow”\u00a0is commonly used\u00a0when all is going well, all is working and our personal experience of life is generally all good.It is this flow that, when we learn how to recognize and tap into it, can bring us the happiness,\u00a0fulfillment,\u00a0success, health\u00a0and\u00a0meaningfulness\u00a0we so often covet.<\/p>\n

With this in mind, here are\u00a0SEVEN observations as to why getting into the natural\u00a0flow\u00a0of life can be a challenge, followed by\u00a0SEVEN suggestions as to how to\u00a0experience a greater sense of\u00a0flow\u00a0from moment to moment:<\/p>\n

Observations<\/strong>
\n1. Your life is like a river<\/strong>–\u00a0it flows easily in only one direction if allowed, with pressure building in light of any attempts to block its natural course.<\/p>\n

2. You are likely to have become accustomed to paddling upstream as your default direction<\/strong>\u00a0–\u00a0this will be confirmed by any perception you may have that life or any of its important aspects\u00a0is\u00a0a struggle.<\/p>\n

3. Paddling upstream requires constant effort and attention, often with head down and little respite.\u00a0Downstream requires simply a steady hand on oar or rudder and allows\u00a0for\u00a0greater enjoyment and appreciation of the scenery.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0The majority of people seem to be heading upstream,\u00a0often creating\u00a0a sense of separateness for those choosing to go in the opposite direction.<\/strong><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0It takes both courage and skill to turn your vessel around amidst the synchronized upstream\u00a0regatta\u00a0we are mostly born into –\u00a0an absence of skill, support or appropriate coaching can add to that challenge, as can criticism or the threat of rejection.<\/strong><\/p>\n

6.\u00a0It can be easier to go with the majority, to not rock any boat and to put up with the status quo –\u00a0chances are you’ll then be settling for what others believe is possible and not\u00a0making your own decisions\u00a0about what you can experience, enjoy or be.<\/strong><\/p>\n

7. Putting yourself first\u00a0is often condemned as an undesirable, unattractive behavior<\/strong>, leading\u00a0you to want to be seen more as selfless and giving so as to incur the approval and\u00a0validation –\u00a0rather than the disapproval and unfavorable judgment –\u00a0of others.
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\nSuggestions<\/strong>
\n1.\u00a0Take time to work out if you are upstream or downstream. This awareness is a critical first step in any change process.\u00a0Keyword: AWARENESS<\/strong><\/p>\n

2. Whatever your experience to this point in your life, the future can only be a replay of the past if you change nothing. A decision to change is an important\u00a0next step. Keyword: DECISION<\/strong><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0It is easy to decide to change, for all that is required is an idea or a notion.\u00a0Key to any change becoming a reality is a commitment to do what it takes to bring about that change… and then to act.\u00a0Keyword: COMMITMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

4. Explore and discover what skills, abilities, qualities and beliefs will make your quest for change a\u00a0successful one.<\/strong> Resources are always required, many of which we already have but have perhaps allowed to fade over time through lack of use.\u00a0Keyword: RESOURCEFULNESS<\/strong><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0Explore with equal gusto what might have prevented you from experiencing a life of\u00a0happiness, fulfillment, success, health and meaningfulness\u00a0to this point. If you drill down far enough you will always arrive at the same core issue, namely, FEAR. Addressing your\u00a0conscious and not-so-conscious fears\u00a0in the number one critical success factor.\u00a0Keyword: COURAGE<\/strong><\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Trust yourself and the intuitive sense you have about what is appropriate and possible for you.\u00a0Allow this “inner tutor” at least the same amount of air time and volume strength as the internal and external critical or doubting voices that may be all too familiar.\u00a0Keyword: TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Selfishness and selflessness are traits that can and must co-exist. Both have their time and their place. The skill is to be selfish when you know that something is right for you regardless of what others might think, say or do to persuade you to the contrary.\u00a0Keyword: SELFISHNESS<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are willing to allow the above\u00a0OBSERVATIONS and SUGGESTIONS space and time to take their place within the internal matrix that drives you, you can look forward to greater results in all aspects of your life, which is the\u00a0New Year wish\u00a0that is wrapped up for you\u00a0in these words.<\/p>\n

In coming editions look out for the\u00a0‘how’ in how\u00a0to create, experience and enjoy a\u00a0happy, fulfilled, successful, healthy,\u00a0meaningful and purpose-driven life. For now though, enjoy the void and know that in any given moment you are free to decide to make downstream your default course. It’s your life. You decide.<\/p>\n

Warmest New Year wishes,
\nRichard & Masters Channel<\/p>\n

What are the biggest fears that you want to overcome this year? My biggest fear is the fear of change\u2026 phew, glad I got that out of my system. It\u2019s your time to be sincere with yourself. Share that with your sisters in the comment section below.
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\nAbout Richard Moat:<\/strong>
\nMaster Richard Moat is an acclaimed life, performance and health coach with over 30 years of experience. Richard combines time-honored principles from the realms of positive psychology together with spirituality to help individuals from all walks of life experience and enjoy an authentic, rewarding, and purpose-driven life. With his work, Richard aims to help people find new and positive ways to embrace and solve problems that they face on a daily basis. <\/p>\n

Masters Channel offers life-changing classes on spirituality, self-help and personal empowerment. Whether it\u2019s a tool that can transform your life, a message that can uplift your day, or an idea that can empower your future, they work hard to help you create a life that\u2019s truly your own. Everything they do is designed to empower and inspire you to make your life even better, and most importantly, a life you just love to live. Click for more:www.MastersChannel.com<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"