Better Life Choices

Are your thoughts providing you with a rewarding life?

Have you ever sat and pondered the question `what if?’ Chances are that if you have entrepreneurial spirit, `what if?’ are words that pop into your head on a regular basis as you deliberate all the possibilities and ideas. But if you’re more inclined to use the words `if only’ in your regular conversation, then it’s time to start thinking about the energy behind your spoken thoughts.

Every day, we use words to convey feelings, intentions and ideas, whether sharing them with others or engaging in an internal dialogue with ourselves. The impact of our chosen words is affected by the energy of our intention. So, if the words we use are borne out of negative thoughts, then the energy of intention will create undesirable results. Similarly, if positive thoughts are behind the words we use then the energy of intention will prove more productive.

In relation to `what if?’ the words become powerful if you are using them positively to find solutions. Examples of these include: `what if I try this new approach?’ … `what if I use this idea?’ and so on. When delivered with positive intent, there is the realisation that the words `what if?’ are compelling and the precursor to self-empowerment.

Many are, however, stuck with the words `if only’. These are used to express regret and are generally associated with past events. They draw upon negative energy. For example: `if only I’d studied more?’ … `if only I had found a better job, car, house, relationship?’ etc … In this context, `if only’ is fuelled by self-pitying thoughts that are far from constructive. The expression bears down on the soul and is non-productive.

Change Your Intention

The next time you find yourself saying `if only’, note the intention behind the question. Where is it leading? How can you change the term to `what if?’ so that it becomes fully charged with positive, creative energy that will facilitate change? Here you have the power of choice. You can opt for positive energy behind your intentions. You can eradicate the `if only’ from your dialogue and choose to change your focus.

Instead of `if only I had more money’, look for the solution and create a `what if I did x,y,z to make more money?’ … suddenly, there is hope and possibility behind your words.

`If only I had a more fulfilling life’ should be `what if I changed x,y,z to create a more fulfilling life?’ and so on. Quickly, despair can change to aspiration.

Solutions are there; you just need to alter the emotions behind your thoughts to bring about more constructive possibilities. When we’re wallowing in self-pitying thoughts, we are blocking the energy of creative thought. The muse, which we all tap into, requires clear and open airways for positive thoughts to transmit. So, if you feel the rise of `if only’, alter the intent. Don’t let the negative words surface.

Take Action

Of course, having the right intent behind your words is one thing; following your intentions through is another. The intent behind your words only becomes powerful when you take action. So don’t waste your words. Follow through on your `what if?’ … activate the solutions and change a negative situation into a positive one. At the same time, squash the tired, old `if only’ from your thoughts. If regret does surface, get out the `what if?’ question and apply it.

When you action your positive words, the possibilities for yourself and others grow tenfold. `What if?…’ can really be a force for change and innovation; it’s the driving force towards achievement. It’s what changes the ordinary to the extra-ordinary and what is so amazing is that the power of action is totally within each and every one of us.

So take charge today and let the right words flow. Seize the potential and make every word you use count towards creating a more positive, inspiring life. Think right words, right intent and right action and you’ll be on course for happiness, success and contentment.

“Perhaps of all creation of man, language is the most astonishing” – Lytton Strachey

“I never worry about action, but only inaction” – Winston Churchill

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