When it becomes automatic to “surrender” rather than “control,”  we are on our way to a life of peace and joy.  Think about the amount of energy you exert in an attempt to get things to go “your way.”  Think about the amount of energy exerted when things do not go your way, and you fester over it.  Now is the time to learn the “art of surrender,” so that you can simply observe your life and the world around you.

When we learn to surrender, we do not simply wander aimlessly around the world surrendering our ambition, goals, and dreams.  No, rather we continue to set out beacons and define the next step to take toward those beacons, and then we disconnect from outcome.  The art of surrendering is about being disconnected from the outcome of your energies, efforts and the behaviors of those around you.

The art of surrender means you can look at a situation, possibly one where the outcome was not desired, and observe it without emotion.  When you truly believe that “all things are in perfect order,”  you can easily do this.  Yes, life can seem disappointing at times, but rather than expending more energy on that disappointment, it is much better served to expend that energy on observation.   Do not stifle the disappointment, but rather let it flow through you unobstructed, while you simply observe.  You watch from “behind yourself” your thoughts, your emotions and your disappointment.  Then, you let it flow through you without any further emotion.

When you can learn the art of surrender, you will find that nothing in your life can bring you “down.”  Nothing can make you angry.  No one can say anything that will make you react negatively.  Fear is no longer an emotion that you experience.  Everything simply is observed and no moment goes unnoticed.  You simply “be.”

You are present in your life.  You are engaged with others.  You are fully aware of your surroundings.  Life is there for you to enjoy, and you truly engage in that enjoyment.

Today is a great day to begin practicing the art of surrender.  When you feel your muscles tense, or your emotions turning to anger, bitterness, or fear – step back and simply observe.

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When we can practice the “art of surrender” we begin to see the world and ourselves differently.  At some point, we even begin to understand who we are, and are able to watch ourselves from a position of peace and love.

Written, Mon, May 9, 2016 8:31 – 8:39 AM MDT