The power of the word “intention” has a new meaning for me. If I asked you what your intention would encompass, it would be the same as asking what your goal is, aim, or purpose in life. Those words express what you want to do, whether you pull it off or not. It is easy to find an excuse for giving up on our intention, like when we use the expression “I will try to do it” rather than “I will do it.” Attitude plays an important part in all our choices. Dr. Wayne W. Dyer said, “Intention is a force in the universe, and everything and everyone is connected to this invisible force.” His book “The Power of Intention” explores intention – not as something you do – but as an energy you are part of. He believes you can activate your power of intention by connecting with your natural self and letting go of ego identification. I agree with his process, which takes place in four stages.
Discipline. Dr. Dyer says, “Learning a new task requires training your body to perform as your thoughts desire.” While being trained to be a fencer, my desire to be Arizona State Champion drove me to reach beyond my limitations to the magic of where my body and thoughts became one. I also had a coach who was focused on the game's psychology besides the physical training. Discipline has always played a major part in my life. It has taught me to get up early each morning so that my day is not lost in senseless idleness but in my intention, whether great or small.
Wisdom. The definition of wisdom is to have experience and knowledge. The problem is some experiences scar us and weaken our resolve to move forward, and without the gift of knowledge to step in and save us, we remain stuck or drown in self-pity. Wisdom comes with a desire to evolve no matter how many challenges we face. Dr. Dyer says, “Wisdom combined with discipline fosters your ability to focus and be patient as you harmonize your thoughts, your intellect, and your feelings with the work of your body.”
Love. One of my favorite words. Maybe, because I was born on Valentine’s Day. Dr. Dyer says, “After disciplining the body with wisdom, and intellectually studying a task, this process of mastery involves loving what you do and doing what you love.”
I understand this one, and it doesn’t have to be related to a money-making job. Whenever I’m tired or dread a task, like cleaning out the garage, I take a deep breath and start singing a tune, and each section I clean and organize fills me with the pride of a task well done. Now when it comes to writing, I love it with a passion. When you love what you are doing, it isn’t work, and when you share it, your enthusiasm is real because it comes from the heart.
Surrender. We’ve discussed discipline, wisdom, love, and now surrender. This is beginning to sound like a romantic novel, especially when you add the word intention. Dr. Dyer says, “This is the place of intention. This is where your body and mind aren’t running the show, and you move into intent.”
How do we attract what we want into our physical reality? Some believe it begins with understanding the power of your thoughts and your connection with the infinite. Many believe that nothing comes by chance and that everything you experience reflects your thoughts. So, let’s begin this journey by starting with a question.
What’s your intention in the new year?
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