Failure | The word failure puts forward a very simplistic way of thinking that allows for only two possibilities: failure or success. Few things in the universe are black and white, yet much of our language reads as if they are. The word failure signifies a paradigm in which all subtlety is lost. When we regard something we have done, or ourselves, as a failure, we lose our ability to see the truth, which is no doubt considerably more complex. In addition, we hurt ourselves. All you have to do is speak or read the word failure and see how it makes you feel. At some point, the word may not have been so loaded with the weight of negativity, and it simply referred to something that did not go according to plan. Unfortunately, in our culture it is often used very negatively, such as when a person is labeled a failure, even though it is impossible for something as vast and subtle as a human being to be reduced in such a way. It also acts as a deterrent, scaring us from taking risks for fear of failure. It has somehow come to represent the worst possible outcome. Failure is a word so burdened with fearful and unconscious energy that we can all benefit from consciously examining our use of it, because the language we use influences the way we think and feel. Next time you feel like a failure or fear failure, know that you are under the influence of an outmoded way of perceiving the world. When the word failure comes up, it's a call for us to apply a more enlightened consciousness to the matter at hand. When you are consciously aware of the word and its baggage you will not fall victim to its darkness. In your own use of language, you may choose to stop using the word failure altogether. This might encourage you to articulate more clearly the truth of the situation, opening your mind to subtleties and possibilities the word failure would never have allowed. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Andrew Harvey The great Sufi mystic and poet, Rumi, is widely regarded as a spiritual genius with the intellect of a Plato, the vision and soul-force of a Christ or Buddha, and the extraordinary literary gifts of Shakespeare. With this exceptional course from acclaimed Rumi scholar, Andrew Harvey, you will receive an inspiring hand-selected poem from Rumi's visionary life work every day for the next year, delivered directly to your email. This poetry collection is the ultimate gift to yourself or someone you love, as it will most certainly inspire the mind, touch the heart, and nourish the soul for the next 365 days. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self 2. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 3. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 4. Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain 5. A Year of Rumi 6. Clearing Physical and Emotional Clutter 7. Belly Dancing Goddess Workout 8. 5 Week Kundalini Yoga for Chakras 9. Non-Surgical Facelift 10. 10 Days of Morning Stretches
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