"This Week"
by the
Bahrain Meditation Centre

28^th January, 2006

Motivation

Most days when we awake we formulate a 'to-do' list whether mentally, or on paper. Some tasks may be simple, others needing a bit more of our will and determination. The fact that they have appeared on our list is proof enough that they are things we REALLY would like to do, or accomplish. Although there may be some external factors hindering us from achieving our 'to-dos', internally there is one obstacle that superseded the external and clouds our ability to see, or seek solutions, and that is, lack of motivation.

This 'un-empowered' state, the absence of motivation, is due to a lack of vision and purpose. The words 'motive' and 'motivate' imply 'to propel into action', 'to give power'. As such, we will excel at our 'to-dos' when we understand the true motive behind what we set out to achieve. If we are unclear about our intention, we will not be truly motivated. If our motives are pure, then we move forward from the heart; if they are impure, we stumble along with our head, analyzing and weighing from a place of fear as we over-think the outcome.

Motivation is the breath of life; without it we die... inside! Ask yourself, with what motivation you awake every morning to embrace the day and champion your daily mission?

A spiritual person is motivated by a very clear sense of purpose and meaning to their life. What they accomplish is not just for themselves but will bring benefit to others. It is quite natural for us to be motivated, or driven, for example our urgency to help others at a time of need. When we are at peace, motivation comes naturally. Confusion on the other hand interferes with that drive! When we start living in this self empowered state, helping ourselves and others we become our motivation!

Om Shanti
(I am a peaceful soul)

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