SURRENDERING TO LIFE

Opening the mind and heart to surprise is not a practice that comes naturally to me.  I like routine and knowing what is coming next.  I have had many unwelcome shocks and bombshells exploded in my past and I prefer the world unfolding in the ways I expect it to unfold.  Taking chances and gambling with possibilities?  Not likely.  Unfortunately, this type of controlled existence comes at a very high price, wiping out amazement, wonder, delight, astonishment, spontaneity, as well as, blocking connection with others.  It’s impossible to control others’ responses and behaviors or predict outcomes that are shared, so staying safe often stunts relationships.

Today, I am grounded and centered and can handle whatever might come my way.  I no longer need to hold on so tightly to life.  I choose to release myself from the prison of predictability and the habits of the past.  I want to be free to experience the surprises this day holds.  Each breath I take carries possibility and promise, every step I take offers opportunity for creativity and spontaneity.  I await the adventure of living this day surrendering the need to box it in.