Sifu Brinker's recent blog The Ultimate Paradox has led me to some deep contemplation after reading content and statements that I found very thought provoking. I love a blog that gets me thinking and asking myself questions. Thank you, Sifu Brinker.
Statements that my current self is in agreement with:
Balance and effortless effort are temporary states
Change is constant
The only true steady state is change
Engagement is key
A couple of conflicting thoughts and realizations come to mind:
Do I strive for balance? Oh yes, and I have experienced perfect balance in my life for one full day. I remember the day as being effortless and my intention for relaxation happening as planned with the added benefit of additional unintended tasks getting done with ease. The day was balanced and flowed perfectly. Nothing was forced. It was that balance and ease that had me not only accomplishing more than intended but also feeling that my much needed relaxation hadn't suffered in any way.
Do I strive for effortless effort? Is this my intent? No not really.
If not, then what is my intent? Well I would have to say my intent is to apply the tools provided via IHC requirements and at some point understand their value. I want to develop a routine and consistency that works for me factoring in adjustments as needed. And if and when effortless effort occurs it is a very welcome outcome of effort and engagement.
Have I experienced effortless effort? Yes for brief periods of time. During those times I’ve not recognized or thought of them as mediocrity though. Is this because I've yet to fully understand, recognize or even admit to mediocrity creeping into my life? There is already plenty of mediocrity in my life without looking for it in my successes. It will be interesting to read this blog as future me and see how my thoughts and perceptions have changed.
What I do feel is the ease and efficiency of what I am achieving during those effortless moments. I suppose there are moments of mediocrity within that go unrecognized, but I mostly feel a sense of achievement and a natural flow to my life during moments of effortless effort. It is that ease, efficiency and flow that helps to inspire me and propel me forward on my journey to mastery. My experience is that I actually end up achieving more.
Balance = effortless effort = mastery? I think this can be true if I don't allow myself to become complacent or too comfortable. Instead when I make use of the flow and momentum that balance and effortless effort create I am continuing my journey towards mastery.
Just some thoughts and reflections I wanted to include in my journey for current me and future me.
These are some great insights.
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