Have you noticed life is nothing like it used to be? Sometimes it’s hard to catch your breath before another change occurs. Events are happening so fast now.

You’re probably aware that you aren’t as passionate or interested in anyone or anything. You’re likely struggling to have clarity and stay focused on any one thing for very long.

It’s tough not to be on guard, waiting for the next shoe to drop!

There is no doubt about it, this is a very stressful time for many of us.

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The Purpose of Stress

The purpose of stress is to pressure us to change. That’s important to remember if you want to be at peace as these events occur. Let’s say it again.

The purpose of stress is to pressure us to change.

NOW WHAT’S IMPORTANT!

The most beneficial thing we can change is our mindset, not changing what we or someone else does. If we skip changing our mindset first, then any other changes will be lateral moves and we will end up with the same stressful pattern only with different circumstances.

What causes us the most stress is not what’s happening, or who’s doing what—it’s our frame of mind.

Stressful events are happening that make us uncomfortable, so we can adjust the way we perceive them.

Anything that disturbs us, even slightly, is something we need to look at and change our minds about.

GETTING CLARITY

Once we change our mindset, and release most of the fear and anger around the stressful event, it enables us to be aware of our inner guidance or intuition.

• Sometimes our inner guidance directs us to “do nothing.”
• Sometimes our inner guidance directs us to think loving thoughts about others, especially to those who are or have disturbed us.
• Sometimes our inner guidance directs us to stop tolerating certain things and get the courage to make some adjustments. That could be quitting a job, ending difficult relationships, taking more personal time, stopping addictive behaviors, moving our residence, or hundreds of other insights. This is the time when stressful patterns disappear for good.

Clarity and courage both come from releasing fear and anger.

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I have two QUIZZES that may help you change your mindset…

Is the Changing World Stressing You Out?

How Often Do You Listen to Your Intuition?

Also, check out the Inner Work and Intuition sections on my website.

And, if you need an advisor to help you on your quest, contact Vickie Champion for a coaching and consulting session at a discounted price.