The 40 Day Challenge Day 1
Three or four times every year I offer a guided 40 day challenge. It is a focused and gradual practice rooted in kindness. Each person who takes part does their own independent process with certain guidelines that create continuity. It can be focused in building a stress reduction process, or improving diet, to anything at all that might feel very good in an extended practice. It takes 40 days to disrupt a habitual pattern, and four months to firmly establish a new one. In doing this on our own, while connected with others also focused creates a dynamic synergy.
Consider doing it yourself. Sit down and decide what area of your life you would like to focus on. The only caveat is to do it with kindness, not like you are beating a mule. Slowly build, and chart your progress. Chart how often you meditate, or whatever you choose to do. I will be focused in a global way, working to activate myself on several levels. We are stronger when we are activated toward a positive goal. The confidence we build during this time translates into other areas of our lives. As we build toward the apex on the 40th day we find we feel better throughout our lives. It gives a sense of control in life, and a positive vibration.
Do not feel bad if you do not achieve your goal. If you are not building toward it in the way you would like, reevaluate and set a more accurate goal as to your current edge of commitment. Step up! We need you to be your best self. Realize that the world is in a tough place, but do not be afraid of being afraid. You can make a difference. This is a way to create clarity in your vision. Do not get it twisted. We all need to get into the world and make a positive difference. However if you come from hatred or intolerance you will spread hatred and intolerance like a virus.
Do not worry about results. Be like the sun and shine. Do not be afraid of being afraid. Pick an area of your life and focus on progress, not perfection. Do not forget whatever your primary focus is to do at least some grounding, calming practice. See things getting better. Resist the urge to focus on what you feel commonly preoccupied by. Choose a gradual awakening, and be determined to make a difference in your life and in the world. We need you. There is no one more powerful in your universe. Commit to the 40 days no matter what you hear or read about. Connect with us in being empowered and more resilient. Step up and love life exactly as it is starting with The 40 Day Challenge.