I have a friend who, back in the spring, revealed that she had been taking a course in meditation. This winter, she landed a six figure job, moved into a dream apartment in Manhattan and got engaged. Coincidence? I don't think so.
I believe in the power of positive thinking and, while this saying feels like an overused cliche, there is a connection between our thoughts and our actions. We are what we think and we get back from the world what we send out.
Seriously.
I hear all the time that New Yorkers are rude, dirty, awful people. Well, of course they are when you expect them to be. I have had so many delightful encounters with New Yorkers from all walks of life and I believe it's because I meet people with a smile, care about them and send out love. And that's what I get back. Try it. The next time you're at the convenience store, make eye contact and smile at the person behind the counter. Genuinely ask him or her how they're doing. I guarantee the love you send out will be returned. Of course, I'm not suggesting you do this to every person you encounter (hello, crazy lady on the subway staring at me and screaming obscenities), but it does works and everyone feels more love.
Anyway, all of that is to say that there are definite visions I have for my life and it can't hurt to spend some time meditating on them and sending them out into the universe. In this crazy, hectic, stressful world, slowing down and just listening to the rhythm of my breath and heartbeat should be incredibly therapeutic. I'm not suggesting it will be easy. My thoughts run around chasing each other like schizophrenic toddlers. But if I can become more clear of the visions for my life and make acheiving them a daily focus, then I really believe I will be able to acheive them.
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