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The meaning we assign to our experiences -- whether pleasant or distressing,
is a very powerful factor in determining the quality of our lives. What we
imagine events to mean will color the way we feel about ourselves, about the
people in our lives, and about the world at large. If we want to encourage a
positive outlook, well-being, and a sense of self-confidence and even trust
in the universe, we can begin by assigning more peaceful, loving meanings to
what we experience.
Imagine, for example, that a friend fails to show up to a lunch date. You
have choices as to what you will make this experience mean for you. You could
allow being "stood up" to reinforce your feelings of unworthiness,
you could begin to mentally attack your friend's character, or you could
assume that something big must have happened to cause them to miss the date
-- then, you might open yourself up to enjoying some relaxing time
alone.
If you were recently laid off and are having difficulty finding a new job,
consider that you might have hidden gifts or passions that were untapped in
your regular career that you are now available to explore. The universe might
simply be moving you in a more fulfilling direction. If you have recently
lost a loved one, gained weight, lost money, or gotten in a fight with your
partner, see if you can infuse the experience with meaning that feels loving
and empowering and opens a door for you to embrace life and the world a bit
more.
When we begin to bring consciousness to what we are making things mean, we
may be shocked at the messages we have been feeding ourselves all these
years. Try taking the reins and begin assigning a kinder meaning to the
events in your life and you will likely find yourself on a much more pleasant
ride.
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