TIOTG
My practice when facing bewildering or stuck situations is to write it all down—my problems, concerns or whatever's bothering me—on a piece of paper. I fold up the paper and put it in a box. Simple, easy, fast, and allows me to carry on with my day, knowing that I have activated higher powers.I really like Michael Neill's description of a useful approach to life: think positively as if it made a difference, and work hard as if positive thinking had no effect. So I write things down, turn it over to god (positive thinking), and get on with my day (working hard).
I certainly didn't invent this idea, but can tell you it works. I haven't yet won a lottery, but at least it gets the monkey of distracted worry off my back long enough to be somewhat productive. Even if you don't believe in higher powers, this simple act helps expend the energy we waste worrying and thinking negative (useless) thoughts.
Try it: Write down anything you feel you can't control or influence; where you're feeling powerless, stuck or frustrated. Write on a smallish piece of paper. When you've written all that bothers you (some days require several pieces), fold up the paper and put it in a box. The box can be an old shoe box under the bed, or a lovingly decorated 'worry box.' Leave those worries in there for years—you'll be amazed when you reread them. Things have a funny way of working out. Whether it's due to subconscious brain activation or magical higher powers, it's really cool how many things do turn out well.
