Keep Cool. Keep the Power.

Posted on Feb 2, 2010 in wealth | 5 comments

The other day I come across this quote about when you live in reaction, you give your power away. Then you get to experience what you gave your power to.

Yesterday I had the opportunity to test this theory. Someone really wanted me to react. Take my power. Then do a little happy dance while I wallowed in my own frustration. But I refused to hand it over. And boy, that was hard.

Instead of reacting to his accusations and insecure behavior, I stayed calm. I complimented. I smiled. I probably annoyed the heck out of him. He kept at it, trying more buttons. I exhaled. Breathed. Counted a few blessings. Walked away.

My New Friend

Like a little reward for good behavior, later in the afternoon this little guy came showed up in the post. He sits on my desk reminding me to hold onto my power. My little green Buddha of peace, love, prosperity. But mostly peace.

5 Comments

  1. LaineyDid - February 2, 2010

    This post came EXACTLY when I needed it. Thank you Carla!
    Where do you find your photos, they are amazing?

  2. Carla - February 2, 2010

    Most of my pictures come from Pixdaus.com. Amazing site. Great inspiration.

  3. 2Da1 - February 5, 2010

    Sweet story. Sweet little green buddha too :D

    Thanks for sharing,

    2Da1

  4. 2Da1 - February 5, 2010

    Sweet story, sweet little buddha :D

    Thanks for sharing,

    2Da1

  5. Paul B. Taubman II - February 10, 2010

    2 great pictures! I love the Buddha as well as the woman crossing the road. I would like to re-post the picture on my blog at http://www.AllAboutGratitude.com – is that ok?

    Be Well.

    Paul.

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