Surrender always leads to clarity…
I know that it may feel completely counter-intuitive, but through surrender we overcome the compulsion to be reactive, and that provides us with space. Within that space we discover clarity, and in that clarity the next steps to take become clear.
Outside of surrender all of our actions stem from a place of desperation. In fear we keep splashing in our pond creating less clarity, not more, and in this desperation most of our energy is just wasted.
Here are a few beautiful quotes from amazing teachers about the power of surrender:
“Surrender isn’t giving up – it’s giving up what we think is happening for what is actually happening.” – McCall Erickson
“Surrender is like a fish finding the current, and then using it.” – Mark Nepo
“Bring acceptance into your non-acceptance. Bring surrender into your non-surrender. Then see what happens.” – Eckhart Tolle
“When you don’t know what to do, keep surrendering. Surrender even more.” – Nara Lee
We’re conditioned to fight, to paddle furiously against the current, convinced control is the key to a happy life. But what if that’s just keeping us thrashing in place? What if the secret to clarity is letting go and floating so that we can feel where the flow is, and slowly learn how to add our energy to this flow that’s already there, so that we may accomplish our goals without so much fighting.
Guiding Mantras for Riding the River of Surrender:
- Fear is what muddies the water, surrender brings the shine.
- The next step reveals itself in the stillness of acceptance.
- Surrender isn’t weakness, it’s the ultimate dance with trust.
- I release resistance and embrace the wisdom of the current.
Are you ready to slip into clearer water? Join me for today’s meditation journey, it’s a practical experience of creating clarity in your life.
– pierre –
Today’s LIVE meditation is: Surrender.