Forget the End-Game

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In the Warrior Rx blog we have talked often about expectation—the expectations that have been ingrained in us from society, our upbringing, culture, etc., the expectations that others project onto us and the expectations that we even impose on ourselves. We have talked about the influence of those expectations on us as we evolve, work toward change within ourselves and the world around us and ascend.

I would like to revisit expectation again in the context of the expectation of an end—an end result, an end outcome or milestone. These all by intent or not are imbued with expectation that by something we have done, somewhere we have been, something we have seen or experienced will result in an end-game—the final stage of some action or process.

Since we live in a physical world of duality our thoughts and actions are often inadvertently shaded by have/have not, yes/no, good/bad, done/not done, etc. As we move through our lives, especially when we are intentionally working toward change, seeking a different path and dedicating our energies to an accomplishment we so often look to the end-game of those efforts, and doing so fill our heads with the thoughts of “when I finish [fill in the blank].”

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When we do this, we can easily lose sight of the path we are on and that even what may seem like the most benign encounter or experience is important and meant to be. It is often these small or uneventful encounters and experiences that contribute significantly to where we are at any given time. And sometimes we only realize the impact many months, or even years later when we reflect on our experiences and where we are in life.

I believe in having intention, manifestation and living consciously, but when the focus totally becomes the end-game you may be missing out on signals or signs, overlooking nuances and pre-occupying your thoughts with strategy on how to get to your defined end-game. There is a balance to be struck—that of understanding yourself, setting your intentions and being aware everyday of what you are thinking, doing and where you are—and not being focused on the end-game.

Remove the end-game agenda from your head and enjoy where you are, and be energized by the experiences and encounters you are having. These are meaningful and impactful pieces of your journey.

Lost in our resolute ways to complete this journey, we often misplace ourselves and miss the finest seasons of our life. As we are influenced by expectations—even with the best intent in mind—we can become pre-occupied as we are running toward some end. It is OK to stop running and to walk, and as we walk to be an observer, onlooker and spectator of ourselves, of others and where we are.

Detach ourselves from some fabricated illusion that was created so that you can become more aware and live consciously. In our grand plans of preparation, we often forget the present moment and season in which we are, and we can miss the moments that define who we are and where we are going.

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