blinders
Yesterday, I was talking with a friend, discussing the momentum from 2025 and my current embodiment, and sharing my vision for the end of 2026; towards the end of our conversation, she asked me what could get in the way of everything coming to fruition this year.
I sat for a moment.
The answer came to me loud and clear.
“My Self.”
The only way my vision board for the year doesn’t become my reality is if I get in the way.
Allowing my Self to fall out of alignment.
Allowing my Self to get distracted by comparing with others.
Allowing my Self to get impatient.
Allowing my Self to think I have more control over the end destination than I do.
That’s it.
My friend then issued a challenge…
“Put on blinders.”
Put blinders on, focus on the activities that align with the vision I shared with her, and don’t pay attention to anything that falls outside of the blinders.
For some reason, hearing her say “blinders” triggered something within me, in a good way.
I’ve thought about this before– I’ve even told my Self that I’d eliminate all distractions for a year and see what happens, but I’ve never actually done it. The main reason for not keeping blinders on in the past is the fear of being forgotten and the impact on my business.
One of the biggest sources of distraction tends to be social media platforms; thankfully, it hasn’t been a negative on my consciousness, as I don’t spend time doomscrolling. But I think about and spend more time on the platforms because they have helped me grow my business, introduced me to my heroes and closest friends in this stage of life, and helped me discover the Creative living within.
If wearing blinders keeps me off the platforms, will future clients find me?
Now that I’ve found my “thing”, the Authentic Life, if I’m not on the platforms, will I have the reach I believe the Authentic Life needs and deserves?
Will I be forgotten?
So silly.
Now, with blinders on, I get to test and prove to my Self (and you) that when living your Authentic Life, using your unique gifts and talents, and following your passions, everything will work out and will most likely work out in a way better than we could’ve imagined.
I think there is a time to keep blinders off to give your Self the opportunity to explore, experiment, and connect with your Authentic Self. But, once you find it and understand your purpose, I challenge you to join me and put blinders on, put your head down, and do the work aligned with your Authentic Life.
See you tomorrow and keep pursuing,
JC
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