Are you on automatic pilot?
In a life coaching session with let’s just call him Les, I have noticed that Les continues to have a myriad of excuses why his life isn’t working. Not only does he have excuses, he has medical experts that validate his reasons for not following through.
Whenever we discuss Les’s challenge, his standard reply is that I don’t understand. Afterall, medical experts for years have agreed as to why he acts the way that he does.
Les’s conduct is predictable. I will say that even though his responses are predictable, they have a unique quality to them.
When Les asked to reschedule a missed appointment, the only time available was in the evening. Les was reluctant to commit to this time because he doesn’t like to go out in the evening. I suggested to Les that this is exactly what he needs to do….change his patterns. Try a new approach to the way he lives his life. Change his morning routine. Instead of driving somewhere close, that he ride a bike or walk to his destination.
In my own process I have found that changing routines and breaking patterns gives me a feeling of personal freedom. Fasting once or twice per year for days at a time, gets me in touch with my relationship to what I put in my body. I recently just completed a fast. I got off caffeine and dairy and haven’t gone back to it. It’s been a month. I know it won’t be forever. But stepping back and noticing what’s habitual is a great way to get out of automatic pilot and become conscious again.
In the meantime, don’t forget to smile and laugh a little bit more than yesterday.
JOURNEY ON
MARK
Throughout his life, Mark has always made a practice of taking a leap of faith whenever he heard the call for something more. His life has been an unfolding journey of discovery. A former trial attorney for 30 years and musician, he integrates what it takes to be successful in the world with the inner wisdom unfolded to him through years of yoga and meditation. Whether coaching one-on-one, speaking to groups, or leading a retreat, he shares his message that regardless of our life’s circumstances, we can find more joy and meaning in our life. He is a sought after speaker and coauthor along with Zig Ziglar and Brian Tracy and other experts in the book 101 Great Ways to Improve your Life. Mark’s new book, Dancing on the River…Finding Joy and Meaning in the Midst of Change. 415.453.5016 http://www.inspirepossibility.com