Facing Adventure

I release the ghosts from the past that echo in my mind today with judging “you should haves” and wishful “if onlys.”  Nothing can be gained by holding on to resentment, blame or self-pity.  It is what it is.  The experiences of my past have served the purpose of teaching me how to make more informed, different choices today.  I am no longer the same person I was then.  I can let it go and live this present moment.

I surrender the threatening images of future harm that flood my brain with ‘what ifs’ and paralyze me with anxiety.  I have the grace and strength to face today, it’s impossible to imagine or even know the resources, creativity and possibility I will possess tomorrow.  Perhaps it will be dependent on what I learn from this day.  If I continue to focus on the future, I will miss the opportunity to grow stronger today.  I am safe enough for now.  I can let go and be here and now.

I place the ceaseless busyness of agendas and expectations aside for now.  I could allow myself to swirl around in the distraction of meaningless activity and mindless action.  However, I choose to find the still, quiet space of this moment and breathe into it.  Grounded and centered I stand with courage, authenticity and purpose.  What an adventure it is to be alive and present today.