04/26/2011
What we believe determines our thoughts. What we think determines our perspective. Our perspective causes us to label people and events and to assign value to them. We use labels and values to define both ourselves and our focus. What we focus upon is what we empower. What we empower determines our view of reality. Our reality determines how we choose our actions.
It has been said that perception is more important than reality, and for most of us this is true. More importantly, what we believe is what develops our view of the world. We establish our position in relation to it and our role based on our beliefs. These also impact our relationships and our opinions. Often these beliefs are derived from what we have been taught, what others have observed and have told us, or whatever spin has been placed on words or actions.
Sometimes we adjust our beliefs based upon new information that comes to us as a surprise. At other times we examine our beliefs and adjust them with purpose and intent. When our beliefs change, our thinking changes, our perceptions change, our labels are redefined, and our behavior is modified. This can be a result of personal choice or a reaction to events beyond our control.
Our beliefs can give us security and a feeling of stability. They also can be confining. We feel trapped if we believe that we have no options, no power, or that there is no way out. Our beliefs can cause us to ignore anything that would cause us to question them. There is a certain amount of fear, uncertainty, and doubt that arises when we question our beliefs. We may fear change or fear confronting the possibility that we may have been wrong about our convictions. We can be the master of our beliefs or allow them to master us
The process of self discovery involves adjusting our beliefs based upon new insights and expanded awareness. When we adjust our beliefs we begin to create new paradigms. This also is the process of creating new attachments and letting go of those that no longer serve us or are no longer valid. It is the process of growth.
Have a great day and be good to yourself. You deserve it!
By Gail Pursell Elliot.
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