#1

Comparing Yourself to Others

One of the worst things you can do is compare yourself to others. The journey of living is different for each of us therefore a comparison cannot be made. These differences include but are not limited to stage of life, vibrational level, lessons to learn, choices made, etc. The field of life is not level nor is it supposed to be. The only comparison you can make is between the you now and the you before.

“My goal is to be a better me not a better than you.”

#2

Keeping Company with Energy Vampires

Who you associate with is important. There are people who are referred to as energy vampires that feed on your energy. You may feel tired, drained or wiped out after being around a person like this. There are times when interaction with an energy vampire is necessary such as at work and you have protective options for such occasions. It is very important to have your inner circle or the closest people to you free of energy vampires.

#3

Playing the Blame Game

This game seems to be a popular and some have allowed it to become easier to play. However, playing this game does you no good. You know about cause and effect which choice and consequence is. This game compounds the energy instead of returning it to a state of balance which accountability/responsibility does do. Holding yourself accountable is important for your growth and evolutionary process. I believe asking “Why?” opens the door for excuses whereas asking “How?” opens the door to truth. There is no speculation in the process… your choices are your choices and your choices are your responsibility.

#4

Taking Advice from Anyone

In this technological era where anyone and everyone posts their opinions, beliefs, perspectives, analysis and commentary on the internet it is important to be an independent thinker and not a go along follower. I heard someone ask, “How can you take advice from someone who does not have experience in what you want to do or has not gotten to where you want to be?” There is truth to these words however, discernment is the key regarding any advice. Discernment is a necessary skill to master. It is important to shut out the outside noise so you can hear the inner you. You can’t listen to yourself if you can’t hear it.

#7

Digital Attachment

Whether it be social media platforms, gaming, streaming, “googling” or a combination of them, digital attachment has become an issue. Having a computer in your pocket or purse has hindered physical social interaction and it is affecting younger and younger children. Without self discipline, a severe attachment can develop as an addiction. Self discipline is a key to averting digital attachment. Take time disconnected from a screen. Take time for social interaction. Take time with nature and yourself.

#8

Reading to Read

How do you read? Do you read to read or read to retain? Studying what you read and even taking notes on what resonates or sticks out to you helps you to retain the information. I read a series of books and so much resonated with me that as soon as I finished one I went to the next. However, after finishing all of them realized that I didn’t know where to find any of it. So, I started reading them again only this time I took notes with page numbers for reference and quoting purposes. Change up your reading technique to read to retain.

#9

Self Isolation

Self isolation is a trap that you can find yourself in or you may not be consciously aware of doing it. Self isolation can be related to #7 in that you may perceive yourself being connected through digital technology, however, what you are doing is self isolating. Physical social interaction is a necessity. I can tell you that I have to remind myself of this constantly as I do have a tendency to self isolate when writing. Be conscious of what you are doing. It is easy to get lost in self isolation if you do not recognize it for what it is when it occurs. Develop awareness so you can rectify the situation promptly.