EMBRACING CHANGE AS THE ONLY CONSTANT IN LIFE

Change is inevitable, necessary, and even desirable. Change is a constant in our lives. Resisting change is the cause of so much unnecessary struggle, turmoil, and stagnancy in our experience. It is only natural to crave stability in this fast-paced world of ours. But when we understand and embrace the nature of reality it becomes very apparent that change truly is the only constant. Everything is in the process of becoming something else. Expansion is a beautiful thing!

The seasons flow from summer to autumn to winter to spring. The tides ebb and flow. The cycles of the moon wax and wane. The cells in our body are constantly changing and re-creating themselves. The circumstances and people we encounter each day are different from the ones that existed before. If we look closely at our lives, we will discover that it clearly consists of constant change. Nothing remains the same – all life is movement and change. Our friends change, our beliefs evolve and change as we learn, grow, and become wiser, our work changes, our marriage changes, kids grow up, parents get older. It is the cosmic dance of change and movement, and understanding the fluid nature of our reality can assist us in being in greater harmony with the natural process of life.

We will change whether we want to or not! We simply cannot and will not remain the same. This is the law of constant change. This is the truth of who we are. Accepting, embracing, and understanding this everlasting truth can transform our lives and bring much more fulfillment to daily living. Forget stability; it’s just an illusion. It’s much better to actively participate in the flow and change. Instead of fighting it, we can choose to embrace it. It is easier to flow with the current than against it. Life is always flowing forward, bringing with it constant change.

As we actively choose a more flexible approach to life, letting go of rigidity, fear, and a pattern of fighting change,  we shift into a beautiful open space of acceptance and inner peace. The best, most effective approach is to jump into life and appreciate the flow and movement that is inevitable.

Personal change is a direct reflection of inner growth and empowerment. When we choose to anticipate change and envision ourselves evolving with each transition and challenge, we foster a sense of personal power and allow for true success. The alternative to upward spiral shifts and conscious personal expansion (soul evolution) can be stagnancy, boredom, bitterness, and even a slow deterioration and suffocation of the light from our spirit.

We can make a decision right now that we are going to say ”YES” to life and “YES!” to expansion! We can choose to jump into the river of life and say ”YES!”  We can say ”YES” to the flow, ”YES” to the rapids, and even “YES” to the dark, mysterious waters that we encounter along the way.  We can choose to say ”YES” to the unknown and “YES” to the scenery that is constantly changing on our path. We can actively and passionately say “YES” to it all. This is when the magic happens.

Comfort is the enemy of change. We think to ourselves, “Why change when things are nice and comfortable?” The fact is that life will change no matter what. Discomfort, tragedy, illness and misfortune, though always unpleasant, can be incredible sources of change and growth. We are continually called to act upon our life experience and we always have the option to grow and evolve with each turn in the road.

There is a beautiful renewal, a rebirth, a renaissance when we change old, limiting habits, beliefs and goals. A renaissance within simply means changing our priorities and redefining what’s important to our ever-evolving spirit. What was once important becomes unimportant. What was inconsequential becomes urgent. What was ignored is now given the utmost attention. This phenomenal shift of priorities produces startling changes both within and without.

We have the power to mold and shape our life experience with each symbolic brush stroke from within. Our moment to moment choices serve as the magical wand manifesting people and circumstances that are in energetic alignment with our consciousness, our beliefs, and our decisions. Amazing how an expansive shift in perception and perspective can alter our experience in beautiful ways…. and change can be viewed from the lens of opportunity. This is where the magic happens….