I tell my clients that embracing uncertainty as a part of life is a step on the path to Presence.  A truer way to say this is:

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It is part of the human condition to be terrified and paralyzed by the uncertainty of not knowing. It is one of the most difficult things to acknowledge, much less to embrace, and find comfort in the not knowing.

 

Not knowing what is next, not knowing whether you will succeed, not knowing if you will be loved and accepted. 

 

And, if you did know, what would you change? 

 

Would you love more and harder? If so, then do it. 

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Would you be more vulnerable? If so, then do it. 

 

Would you sleep more or less? Would you stand in your truth more loudly? Would you be more generous with your time, money or other currency such as kind words and charity?  If so, then do it. 

 

Would you practice more self love and self compassion? Take better care of your body?  What would you...?

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What is the cost of fighting or pushing against an uncertain world? Anxiety, worry, stress.

 

The real truth is that when we pay attention, we are building our ability to accept uncertainty and find presence.

 

Ignore your monkey mind that wants to plan, set expectations and speculate on outcomes.

 

Pay attention to what your body is telling you and what your heart is singing and you will progress along the path toward presence and embracing the uncertainty of life's promises and betrayals.