Have you ever experienced a moment where you
were doing something so well you impressed even
yourself? It could have been any activity such as a
sport, a hobby, art, writing or work. Everything was
flowing right and even the challenges and blips were
perfect. Someone watching would have said you
performed gracefully and masterfully.
It was as if you were connected to something else
that was inspiring you, guiding your actions and
thoughts and producing a masterpiece. In that
moment you would have stopped the flow by
thinking. Using effort or questioning what was
happening would have unplugged you from the
source and you would have just been “doing” it.
This type of experience usually happens with
something you are already good at, you do regularly
and consistently enjoy. It will occur in an area
where you are focused, present and continually
improving your ability. You and the activity actually
merge and become one. Time has no relevance, you
are happily absorbed and nearly impossible to distract.
At a time like this, you may notice that your body
feels different. You see yourself and your world
differently. You have a different awareness of body
and your interaction with your surroundings. There
are fewer obstacles and many more possibilities. You
may suddenly have energy, strength and vitality
even though you were lacking it just moments before.
This is a moment of flow. It is a moment of
connection to yourself, to what you are doing and to
something greater than yourself. You are not only
using your mental and physical abilities. You actually
tap into an intelligence that flows through you and
allows you to be and perform at a level greater than
you would normally expect. In this moment you
perform extraordinarily.
Being in flow happens more often when you are self
aware, focused in the present and competent in
what you are doing. Network entrainments help
people develop a better connection within
themselves thereby making them more self aware and
able to be in the present. Not surprisingly, people
under Network care report moments of flow occurring
more often.
Look for and appreciate the moments of flow in your
life. Spend time in gratitude for this gift we are all
capable of experiencing. The next time you are
doing something you enjoy, think less, feel more,
observe yourself in the moment and appreciate your
greatness. If you are feeling any doubt or pressure,
throw caution to the wind and go with the flow!
