I was hiking today in beautiful Bryce Canyon, along the Sunset loop. It was bright and sunny, with several feet of fresh fallen snow and long stretches of blessed solitude.
Ironically, I repeatedly caught myself looking down. I was so focused on my steps to be sure I didn't fall in the snow. Soon, I would get inside my head and start thinking through all the different challenges in life right now. And inevitably when I do that, I begin to feel a lack, scarcity.
Then, something would draw my attention up and I would see this:
Suddenly, I was overwhelmed with breathtaking beauty and awe. Lack was replaced with abundant gratitude. I remembered who I am and where I come from. Simultaneously, I began to imagine all that is possible in life.
As I walked on, rather than looking down and focusing on the immediate steps and obstacles, instead I walked with new purpose and power. I envisioned the future and set clear intentions of what I want. I think that's what they call empowerment.
So, when you find yourself looking and feeling down...
LOOK UP.
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