Will can be used two ways

Lilly Scheibelhut
Mar 9
1 min read

I tend to get what I want (or what I think I want anyway.)

Some people might call it stubborn, but I call it strong willed. My mom can tell you I've been this way since I was young – playing "teacher" with my brothers where no one was allowed to leave their seat or arranging my stuffed animals perfectly so on my bed.

A strong will is a great thing to have.

It can also be a detriment when used for the wrong purpose.

This past week during a meditation I had a realization. A remembrance even.

Instead of projecting my will into the future to get what I want, I can use that same force as an anchor – a heavy weight in my gut to center me in the present moment.

Life works out better for me when I focus less on the journey ahead and more on the step in front of me. By using my will as an anchor, I can better focus on the task at hand.

Trusting the process.

Thy will be done.

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