I've been writing this daily email since 2007. Lately, I had been feeling that I did not have much more to share. So, I stopped writing, unsure how I would move forward. Deep in my heart remained the question as to whether writing the daily emails was to be a continued part of my purpose.
My greatest joy comes from helping individuals reach their full potential. That is why I had started the list years ago. I have been changing and growing. I find myself expressing my life purpose in new ways. I no longer felt certain that writing, running and managing the list was the best expression of my purpose.
That night, I woke up at 1 a.m. The question still burned in my heart. I was doing some inner wrestling. Eventually I surrendered and said a prayer, "God, please give me clear direction as to how I should handle this list. I am willing to do Your will." I closed my eyes and did some deep breathing. I soon fell asleep.
Around 2:30 a.m. I woke up again. My mind was still restless. I looked at my phone to check the time and noticed an email had come in. It was an email from one of the readers of the Food For Thought list. The email asked whether I had stopped writing the list. The person said for twelve days she had not received the emails and she was concerned. She encouraged me to please keep writing because the emails were something she had come to depend on for her inspiration and growth.
Wow. Prayer whispered. Question asked. Clear answer received. It's weeks later and I am still in awe of how I was directed. I've started writing the list again and have a renewed sense of inspiration and focus.
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I've used this ask questions / receive answers process repeatedly for years. I get incredible results. When answers are needed, I have learned to pose the question and then rest my mind. Without fail, an inspired response comes to show me exactly what to say or do.
Why not give the process a try this week?
Write down the questions you have. Then, verbalize your prayer. Confidently wait until your answer emerges. Then, smile when you find the clarity you need.
You may very well be amazed how this process works. I certainly am :)
"To be able to ask a question clearly is two-thirds of the way to getting it answered."
- John Ruskin
- John Ruskin
Have a blessed week ahead!
Patricia Omoqui, The Thought Dr.
www.patriciaomoqui.com
