THE MIND IS such a wonderful and divine instrument, it knows exactly when we need protection. In such cases, the mind will give us an excuse or rationale we can grab onto to shield us from harmful, hurtful situations. These “defense mechanisms” the mind offers us are but a temporary shelter in the midst of a raging storm. It is our duty, however, to move from beneath this shelter when it no longer serves our highest or greatest good. In other words, when it keeps us from growing.
Be sure not to tell yourself you “don’t” when you do want it. Be mindful not to accept “you can’t” when you know you can. Pay attention to the excuses you make “not to”, when you know you must. Don’t settle for less when you desire more. No matter how hard you think it is, ask for what you need and what you want when you need it or want it. Pay attention to the inner chatter which will take a temporary defense mechanism and turn it into a crutch.
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