When lost don’t panic,
just leave little marks of hope on your path
and
they will lead you home.
©
Jacqueline
There are times that we feel overwhelmingly lost, but this doesn’t mean that your life is doomed. It spells a transition and transformation. The key is not to get stuck in your current rut, but to tap into your hopeful and creative power to redirect your steps back to the life and you that you love.
Apply these 7 simple tips as often as you need to help yourself out of that state.
1. Listen.
With the frenetic lifestyle that we live and the persistent mind chatter, it’s easy to drown out those signs that speak to us, which is why it’s important to create silence and listen. Life offers us divine messages through various means – songs, billboards, books, nature, the people we meet etc. When we keep our eye’s and minds open we receive guidance and take notice of more.
2. Always remember that the choices are yours. You have the power to be and to do that which you desire.
You get to choose how you feel, what you think, what you do etc. You are empowered to create the life you wish for and it’s important to focus on the positive things around you. The power of attraction makes it such that the Universe will send you more of the same things that you seek.
3. Go and do those things that you love to do. Have an adventure.
Toss out the excuses of no time, no money, no this and that and create the space to do those fun things that make your heart sing. Go out and explore your world – a retreat, solitary walks, a day trip etc. Taking yourself away from your regular patch and its noise offers you opportunities to experience life through fresh eyes.
4. Extend yourself beyond your comfort zone.
Growth will not happen when you stay confined in that comfortable, familiar bubble of yours. Challenge yourself to do new things that invigorate you.
5. Reconnect with your dreams and aspirations. Expand your coast and dream bigger.
What dreams did you have for your life before you deemed them impossible to achieve or they fell through the cracks of a frantic lifestyle? Revisit those dreams. Write them out and enjoy floating in your dreamland. Reconnecting with your dreams has a way of opening up your mind and floodgate of inspiration.
6. Live a healthy lifestyle, have an adventure
When you are healthier, you feel better in general. Eating right with regular exercises rewards you with a clearer mind.
7. Ask for help
You don’t have to stay stuck in the jam trying to figure it out all on your own. Reach out and ask for help, because sometimes a mere chat with someone you trust can ease the burden and provide great insight that will help you move forward.
Hi Jacqueline, fantastic piece , so wise. Thank you for sharing regards Bella.
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Thanks, my dear Bella. Walking through the shadows of pain and an overwhelming sense of despondency, I have to walk through these steps to get myself back.
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It is so true isn’t… and when your back ypu are much stronger.
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such good advice, jacqueline –
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Thank you, Beth. Having gone through many ups and downs in my life, I had to start applying proactive steps to get myself out of such despondency.
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Great post
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Thank you Kalama 🙂
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Wonderful advice here Jacqueline.
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Thank you, dear Miriam. I feel that someone might benefit from it. Having lived through some trying moments, I’ve used these methods to try to pick myself up.
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great words of wisdom again:)
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Thank you, my lady, Raili 🙂
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Excellent post. I find that I push myself to the point of pain and exhaustion and then I take a break. Illness and pain force me to slow down. Yesterday I took off to help Celebrate my girlfriend’s 61st Birthday. Three of us went out to eat at Dallas BBQs. A fun time was had by all. It would be nice to have more fun, rest and relaxation but alas we all work or have extremely busy hectic schedules. I’m glad and grateful for the few times of the year when I get the opportunity to celebrate, have fun or enjoy Me-time or time with good friends.
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I am truly learning to appreciate those downtimes when we get to kick back, relax and just be and hope that one will get to do more of such in the near future.
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This is exactly what I needed to read; there are times when we must give ourselves permission to stop doing and listen.
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We must do this as often as possible not to get subsumed in all the frenzy of life.
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It’s that split second between rational and irrational, that I’ve learn how to catch myself, does it work every time no,but once you get the hang of it,it is a definite tool
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You said that right. It might not walk all the time but it works a lot of times when used well. Thank you for reading and commenting.
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You are most welcome
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Thanks for sharing these helpful tips, Jacqueline.
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Thank you too dear Pamela for taking the time to read and comment 🙂
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Beautiful thoughts of wisdom, Jacqueline. Thank you for sharing.
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I hope that someone would find it useful. Thank you Eugenia 🙂
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I needed these reminders today, Jacqueline ❤
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Glad you find it useful Roo. Thank you
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Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you too for taking the time to read and comment.
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This is so helpful. Thank you for this ❤
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Thank you too. I’m glad that you find it useful.
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Leaving marks of Hope
7 Tips to find yourself
Inspires to get lost at least once.
No no I am not getting panic…
Wonderful Jacqueline💞🎶
Shiva
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Thank you dear Shiva. It’s good to know that you are stable and strong and won’t get lost. You are like the firm foundation that remains unshaken.
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I love this. Needed to read this today! Thank you.
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