Releasing Attachment to Outcomes
The Buddha so wisely said that “The root of suffering is attachment”
Simply put, when we are too concerned with outcomes, we are not in the present. We block the flow of what the universe has in store for us. It robs us of the joy of being right here, right now. Our bodies cannot be in the future so why do we allow our minds to be? To be fully conscious is to live in the present. It is important to note that non attachment does not mean that you are detached. It simply allows for a state of mind that allows for the free flowing of ideas, possibilities and wonderment.
How do we achieve this?
An antidote to this grip of wanting and attachment is gratitude. We all experience energy cycles, ups and downs and highs and lows. Being grateful for what you have allows you to focus on the positive elements in your life, value the gifts you’ve already been given and appreciate the fruits of your goal setting efforts.
Your breath is excellent tool to use a flag to come into a state of presence and gratitude. When you have a moment of wanting to control or have an attachment to an idea or concept, take a moment to center your thoughts by connecting to your breath. Imagine yourself breathing in harmony and relaxation, and then when you breathe out let go of stress and negativity. This connecting with your breath activates your parasympathetic nerve which calms you down and grounds you in the present moment. When this system is dominant, your breathing slows; your body is put into a state of embodiment.The moment you let go, you restore your ability to see clearly. You become creative and able to discover solutions that you could never have seen before.
Releasing can be an effective practice for successful goal achievement. You cannot control other people, events or circumstances. You can control however how you choose to live your life in the present.
If you find yourself spending too much time focused on the past or the future, working with a coach can help get your goals into alignment.
Let it come instead of let it go. Let life show you what it has in store for you.
