The Power of Choice

Standing in my kitchen this morning, enjoying the consistent routine of grinding coffee beans and pressing the grinds through water to make my cherished cup of coffee, I noticed the one thing that was not aligned with the joy I normally feel. It was the background noise of the TV, describing the VERY, VERY different and depressing time the human race is experiencing right now. I tried not to focus on what was being reported but realized that the words were still penetrating my being. My husband seemed oblivious to the noise as he was reading the morning paper - although I doubt he was. I made a decision! I walked over to the TV, turned it off and put on some music. My husband asked, “Why did you do that?” I replied that I made a choice to not listen to what did not serve me well and if he wanted to listen, then he could go into the other room where I wouldn’t have to hear it. He stayed with the music!!

I’m not sure what to make of everything that’s going on these days. Previously, I was listening to podcasts, watching videos, reading various articles, etc. I began to feel anxious and a little fearful about the future of things. I found myself staying close to the drama and realized that I had enough!! It was now time to focus on those things that make me feel good. After all, we do have the choice to control our actions and our thoughts.

We all have choices in life and depending on what choice you make, you can actually create the life you want to live. I choose to read books about heart-centered content or books on buddhism that feed my soul and put me into a different place. The music I listen to varies but always brings me to happy places — whether it’s going back to my teen years or bhakti music that awakens my soul and makes me want to dance and sing!!

So if you’re feeling anxious, I invite you to turn off the negative soundbites and start creating positive content for yourself. You will not only feel more relaxed and happier, but you will also find a few answers to what life’s all about. It’s only in those happy places within where the goodness resides. Be kind to YOU and find your happy place.

-C