How to navigate the maze of life.

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Not everything in life is cut and dry, as much as we would love it to be.  Not every opportunity is going to spell itself out to you in blinding light.  There will be times when we will have to navigate the terrain, and often we find an unfriendly ground in front of us.  What options do we have when faced with the uncertainty of where to go, what to do, and how to do it?  I'm going to give you the answer to that question in the only way I know how to, in simple, common sense words.  There may be some who disagree with my response, as is their right, but before you pass judgement just read what I have to say, and see if it doesn't make sense to you.

Let's begin with the premise that what we have in life, what we go through in life, and what we become is something that has always been known, something that was always suppose to take place, and something that no matter what you may want or desire, is going to happen, but happen for your betterment.  Let us also agree that you are here right now because that is how the Universe designed it, and that my friends is a very good thing.  What I want you to see today is that no matter what may be going on around you, be it good or bad, that it is happening for a reason.  Just like a maze that is curvy and we often do not know what is around the next bend, just know that there is always a way out.  Certainly you may experience dead ends, but trust me, you will get to the end sooner or later.

If you have ever been in a maze undoubtedly you have found yourself repeating your steps from time to time.  You have just gone around another corner that you just know you have walked around before and the first thing most people think about is why?  Why in the world are you having to go through things time and time again?  The answer is pretty simple: there is something you are suppose to learn, and you will continue to go through things until such time as you understand the lesson that is in front of you.  Certainly there will be times when you will get discouraged, times when frustration will be front and center, but if you can keep a positive outlook and realize that things happen for a reason, then you will be able to handle and understand all those things that seem to get in the way.

People often get discouraged because they have forgotten or lost track of the original intent.  What were they trying to do, why were they doing it, and most importantly, what has to be will be.  If we can find the peace, the joy, and the happiness in all that we do and in who we are, then you will never see these set-backs, or delays as anything other then what they are, markers.  I've gone through things in my life that I would rather never repeat, but when I look back on things I can see the wisdom in everything that has happened, and I can take the lessons that were intended for me to learn.  I love it when things go smoothly, but I have also learned to accept when things don't run exactly to my desires, and that keeps me centered.

Many people have forgotten that one thing that was the basis for all that they do.  The passion inside of you is what will keep you moving forward without regard to what ever seems to be getting in your way.  Keep in mind that you only fail when you give up.  There is always a way out of a maze, it may require you to walk back to the beginning, but you will complete all that needs to be completed if you will not give up.

What is the one thing in your life that is your passion?  If you could only do one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?  This is what you should be focusing on, and not worry about what is behind the next corner, or even if you are ever going to get around the next bend.  Life has a way of trying to get us out of place, a way of getting us to loose focus, or to let go of our dreams and visions.  If you are able to hold on to all your dreams, all your visions, then no matter what is in front of you, you will get to the end, and the results will be magical.

We have allowed circumstances and the words from others to get us off track.  It's pretty normal to lose hope when those around you are telling you that things are hopeless.  It's fairly common to want to give up when others have told you that what you desire is nonsense.  Don't allow the naysayers to direct your path.  You are the only one who has to believe in your dream.  You are the only one who has to hold on to your visions.  You are the only one who can accomplish the things you were placed here to do.  Mazes may be present in our life, but trust me when I tell you there is never going to be a maze that you will not be able to navigate if you can hold on to the real you, the authentic you.  Begin by accepting your greatness, even if it has been dampened by your surroundings, or events of the past.  You need not validate the negativity of those around you, and when you can let go of those things that do not serve your greater purpose, then you will see change.

A maze in your life may be challenging, but the benefits of coming out the other side are beyond what you might even imagine.  Do not lose hope, hold on to your passion, and know that good things await those who see the good in all things.