Perspective is a State of Mind

There was a big blowup a bit ago on facebook, about the 'Fit Mom' and a meme with her, her three young children and the words "What's your excuse?". It was an uproar, in fact.

The intent behind it was shame based which is a sign of being ego-centered. The problem with the meme is that she presents a snapshot of who she is to shame you into thinking you could be like her if only you'd get off your butt. The truth is we don't know so much about her 1) she could have nannies to help with the kids 2) she could have awesome genes 3) she could have a chef. It's shame-based marketing at best.

However, 'What's your excuse?' is really an appropriate question when talking about our experience of life. Have you ever been in the midst of some emotional crisis only to be snapped into a new perspective when you hear someone else's plight? Its ALL about perspective.

The truth is that at every moment there are people in 'worst' predicaments than you and 'better' predicaments than you (better and worse on your value scale, that is).

Oh, but I hear you say "But Judy, I am going to be homeless! But my family has turned its back on me! But I just suffered this huge loss!" You have everything you need to make it through these moments. This is happening right now because you need it to happen this way. Don't try to figure out that purpose right now though. Stay in the moment. Suffer that loss and ride the waves of grief. Experience being homeless, or being resourceful enough to not be homeless. There is a deeper experience of your life, at the other end if you allow it. Being human is filled with moments like this. They are not meant to be dodged but rather embraced for their humanness.

Some predicaments are created by your previous choices. Some are destined to happen from the beginning (established at your pre-incarnation meeting) to offer you the opportunity to really show your optimum self.

So, I say to you, if you are not happy in your life. If you do not wake up every morning thinking 'this moment was worth ALL the ones that came before it', then you are doing it wrong and need to ask yourself 'What's my excuse?'

If you want help changing your perspective, I'm available as a coach.

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