Shifting into Gratitude

Shifting into Gratitude The question of whether we or anyone else deserves something is not really in our jurisdiction. We all know what it's like to finally get something we want, only to find ourselves feeling as if we don't deserve it. Whether it's a car, a new job, or a date with someone wonderful, we suddenly feel as if we are not up to it. Something in us wants to reject this gift from the universe, perhaps because it requires that we think of ourselves in a new way or makes us question why we should have something that others don't have. If these feelings of unworthiness are not consciously acknowledged, they can lead us to sabotage ourselves out of the gift being offered. Perhaps the best way to avoid rejection and sabotage is to simply shift into a state of gratitude, bypassing the question of worthiness altogether. The question of whether we or anyone else deserves something is not really in our jurisdiction. These themes play themselves out in ways we can't fully comprehend--on the level of the soul, over the course of many lifetimes. What we do know is that the universe has its own way of shifting the balance over the course of time so that all things are ultimately fair. We can trust in this process and understand that when a gift comes our way, it is because we are meant to have it. Otherwise, it would not be available to us. Accepting the gift with gratitude and using it to the best of our ability is true humility. When we receive a gift and find that feelings of unworthiness crop up, we can simply acknowledge the feelings and then remind ourselves that they are beside the point. We might say to ourselves, "I am meant to have this." As we allow ourselves to accept the gift, we might feel tenderness in our hearts that naturally shifts into a deep feeling of gratitude. As we sit for a moment, consciously holding the gift in our hands or in our hearts, we say "yes" to the universe's many blessings, and we also say "thank you." [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days]( by Sarah Rector Did you know that thighs are a common area of the body that people, especially women, want to tone up? But, thigh muscles can be difficult to build strength in without adding bulk, because lower-body exercises usually use weight-resistance and not everyone is chasing that result. The good news is, there are fun and effective exercises that will strengthen and lengthen your thigh muscles, without any additional visible mass! Led by fitness trainer Sarah Rector, you will be guided through a series of movements designed to activate and sculpt the entire thigh area, creating long and lean legs from your hips to your knees. All you need is 15 minutes a day for 13 days to see and feel a big difference! [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 2. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 3. [Non-Surgical Facelift]( 4. [5 Week Kundalini Yoga for Chakras]( 5. [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( 6. [What to Eat Over 40]( 7. [10 Days of Morning Stretches]( 8. [Speak with Purpose, Not Impulse]( 9. [Release Yourself from Family Karma]( 10. [Belly Dancing Goddess Workout]( New Courses • [How to Find Peace Regardless of Your Circumstance]( • [Self Hypnosis for Healing]( • [8 Day Foot and Ankle Fix]( • [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( | [Gift Shop]() [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2019 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]