Letting Go Of The Little Stuff

Letting Go Of The Little Stuff When we stop worrying about unimportant matters, we can devote so much more of ourselves to what is truly important. We experience numerous disappointments each and every day. Our expectations go unmet, our plans are blocked by circumstance, our wishes go unfulfilled, and we discover that our lives are subject to a myriad of forces beyond our conscious control. In some cases, our response is powerful because we must invest ourselves and our resources to overcome genuine hardship. In others, our reactions are far more passionate than our circumstances likely warrant. The tension that permeates our bodies and minds when we are late for an event, interrupted at work, or sitting in traffic is not inappropriate, but it can interfere with our well-being in profound ways. When we stop worrying about relatively unimportant matters, we can be at peace and devote so much more of ourselves to what is truly important. The small frustrations and irritations wield such power over us because they rob us of the illusion of control. But every problem is a potential teacher--a confusing situation is an opportunity to practice mindfulness, and difficult people provide us with opportunities to display compassion. There is a natural human tendency to invest copious amounts of emotional energy in minor dilemmas and frustrations in order to avoid confronting those more complex issues that are largely outside the realm of our control. The intensity of our response provides us with a temporary sense of personal power that helps us cope with challenges that might otherwise overwhelm us. But it is only when we let the little stuff go that we discover that the big stuff is not really so devastating after all. In the stress of a singularly tense incident, differentiating between an inconsequential annoyance and a legitimate challenge can seem a monumental task. Ask yourself whether the emotions you are feeling will be as vivid in a year, a day, or even an hour. As focused as you are on this moment in time, your reward for letting go of your emotional investment may be the very happiness and harmony of being whose loss you are lamenting. Needless aggravation is seldom worth the cost it exacts. You cannot distance yourself from life's inconsistencies, irritations, and upheavals, but you can relinquish your desire for perfect order and gain peace of mind in the process. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Non-Surgical Facelift]( by Danielle Collins Have you wondered what you can do to lift your face that doesn't involve more invasive techniques like injections or surgery? In this DailyOM course, Danielle Collins, a leading face-yoga expert will guide you with a daily five-minute lesson to teach you how to exercise, massage, and relax the muscles above the collarbone in a natural and safe way. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [5 Minute Total Body Challenge]( 2. [Speaking Your Truth in Relationships]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days]( 5. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 6. [Heal Your Soul by Letting Go of Emotional Addiction]( 7. [Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain]( 8. [21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge]( 9. [Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing]( 10. [Clear Your Home, Clear Your Life]( New Courses • [The Complete Program to Uncovering Your Truth Special 4-Course Bundle]( • [Mindfulness Habits to Reduce Stress Special 4-Course Bundle]( • [The Total Self-Care Program Special 3-Course Bundle]( • [The Complete Guide to Love Yourself Inside and Out Special 3-Course Bundle]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2022 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]