About a week ago, I wrote my first step saving the world:
Start to learn about the ego by noticing every time you complain.
About five days ago, I started the exercise that I suggested last week. I only made it two days. The other three days, I had a complaint from the moment I woke up. So here I am, back at day one. Today I want to share some thoughts of what I have experienced. Maybe it will help you.
First, I was lazy and did not follow through with the process of putting something on my wrist. The original instructions were to move a rubber band from one wrist to the other every time a complaint came out of the mouth. I now know the rubber band helps because it reminds me of what I am doing.
Second, I did beat myself up a little. My ego, Mimi, was screaming, “You’ll never be able to do this!” That’s not the point. I needed to remind Mimi that I was successful for just trying because I was becoming more aware of her complaining and how much I allow her to complain. Needless to say, Mimi was not too happy about that.
Third, I need to become aware of the difference between a complaint and a simple statement. The complaint would be, “I can’t believe it’s that cold outside. It is summer and should be warmer.” A simple statement, on the other hand, might sound like this, “It’s chilly today. I should wear a sweater.” The statement acknowledges what is, without judgment or offense.
Last but not least, I learned I need to take notes as I observe Screaming Mimi’s complaints. If not, I forget by the end of the day.
Stay gentle with yourself. If you join me in this quest to recongize your ego, treat this exercise no differently than you would a child learning something new, like a child learning to walk. It might be frustrating, but it’s so rewarding with each new step.
Love and Light,
Theresa
Theresa Contaxis 