7 questions that will change your fortune.

Ever catch yourself pondering the direction you're heading, feeling as if you're merely tracing circles? It's not uncommon to yearn for a sense of purpose amidst life's routines. Life isn’t about wandering aimlessly, waiting for answers to drop from the sky. It’s about diving in headfirst, extracting the essence, and forging your path with purpose. easier said than done...right?

Here's a powerful self-reflection technique that you can use to move yourself out of the rutt you may be in. I call it: REFLECT. ?Imagine these questions as compass points, guiding you towards understanding the deeper systems of your thoughts and actions. These questions aren't simply prompts; they're foundational tools to clarify your thinking and get clarity on your "where to from here?" .

When you apply intetional thinking and a dash of introspection, they'll help you pivot from merely going through the motions to genuinely living in alignment with your purpose.; REFLECT is like having keys to unlocking your current thought patterns and move you proactively forward and back to your purpose-driven life. Each letter serves as a signpost, guiding your next move.

Now: Take out your journal or a note pad and thinking deeeply, answer the questions below. (BTW: even better to have someone you trust to ask you the questions and have you answer them, openly, without judgement).

Let's break this process down:

R.E.F.LE.C.T

Resonance:

What emotional charge do I have with this issue?

Understanding the emotional gravity attached to an issue reveals its place in your heart. Grasping this helps discern what truly requires your attention.

• On a scale of 1-10, how emotionally charged is this issue for you?
• What are the dominant feelings associated with it?

(Remember, 'worry' is a thought. For instance, "What if I fail?" Behind that worry often lies an emotion like fear.)

Evaluation:

What am I thinking? (no judgement)

Observing your thoughts without prejudice offers valuable insights into your mind's landscape and the narratives you create.

• What are the primary thoughts surrounding this issue?
• Have you spun a story around this? What is it?
• What beliefs might be fueling these narratives?
• Are you ascribing a particular meaning to them? (meanings about self, others or the world)

Feelings:

What am I feeling? (no judgement)

Gaining clarity on your feelings can be pivotal in shaping your responses and choices in alignment with your core values.

• Can you pinpoint what triggered these emotions?
• Were you to relay this feeling to someone unfamiliar, how would you phrase this feeling?
• What assumptions am I makeing here? What expectations do I have that aren't being met?

Link:

What behavioural reaction am I having?

Detecting your behavioral responses helps you discern patterns, promoting self-growth by acknowledging areas of change.

• What behaviors stem from the interplay of these thoughts and feelings?
• Any past instances that might influence this present reaction?
• Is there a persistent thought-feeling-behavior chain? Let's challenge it.

Elevate:

Elevate Your Perspective.

Choosing to look beyond the immediate, to find the lessons or positive aspects, empowers you to handle adversity with grace.

• Can you identify a positive facet you're currently overlooking?
• If mentored, how might they perceive this?
• Looking a decade ahead, would this issue still loom large?
• What's right about this you're just not seeing at the moment?

Course:

What's the most obvious thing I can act on now?

Deciding upon and undertaking a clear, immediate action can be a catalyst, propelling you from inactivity to a growth trajectory. Without overwhelming yourself, can you just take a baby step in the new direction?

• Through matured lenses, what seems like the next rational step?
• Can you identify an immediate, small stride towards betterment?
• If you could channel someone's wisdom, whose would it be? What might be their counsel?
• What new meaning can you attach to this situation?

Transition:

What's the roadmap ahead?

The insights you've unearthed pave the way for the journey ahead, ensuring that they resonate harmoniously with your broader goals. What are the learnings here?

• How will these revelations sculpt your strategy for the days to come?
• Post this reflective session, do you find greater harmony with your life's mission?
• What's most obvious to you right now?

In conclusion

When your'e living in a world where your purpose can seem elusive, where you can feel like the proverbial hamster on the wheel, the REFLECT process offers a clear roadmap to introspection and self-discovery. It's a concise tool that helps to bridge the gap between our 'Why' and 'How'. Don't let another day slip by without clarity. Embrace REFLECT today and illuminate your path forward. So if youre stuck and struggling to move forward, don't wait? Dive in now and REFLECT.

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