 
Donna Seebo International Mental Practitioner/Psychic, |
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"HEAD 'EM UP AND MOVE 'EM OUT"© |
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| These words frequently were used in a television show called "Wagon Train" many years ago. As a little girl I used to thoroughly enjoy watching the different stories each week. In my young mind they were very real. I could feel the sense of adventure; the agony of aloneness; the fears, stresses and traumas of those early settlers traveling on the wagon trains. I remember thinking and asking questions; "When did they take baths?" "How could the women work in those long skirts?' "Beans for breakfast?" YUK! Those early programs contributed to my appreciation for those brave pioneering souls who, so long ago, took up many challenges. In my young mind they were incredibly awesome. I do have to be truthful though. As a mature adult, (hm,m,m,m th at sounds a bit boring, doesn't it?) I realize every generation has it's pioneers and overwhelming challenges. Have you ever noticed that when you are in the midst of a "poop pile" of experiences that all you focus on is getting out of the "stuff"? If you don't focus on solutions then obviously, you are going to focus on the misery of being in the "poop pile", getting so caught up with it's muck you never get out. Recently, an example of how a person can cope with unsettling changes came to my attention. I had the opportunity to talk with someone who shared their personal experience of dealing with the unexpected in their life. This individual had lived in the same house for years, followed a particular lifestyle they enjoyed yet at the same time they were always very fearful. Change wasn't something they wanted to deal with. They tried to create a perfect world that wouldn't have any upsets. Well, you know how that pattern goes. Periodically, a deep urge to do something daring, different with their life would rise up within them. They would ignore it and go back to their planned environment of living. Life had a different plan however. An illness hit them hard. The big "C" - cancer. Immediately their whole life changed. Food habits, exercise, medical treatments, dealing face to face with the ugliest of their fears about pain, being alone, death. An awareness of other people, their problems with fighting this same monster disease became a part of their life. This person's whole life had been transformed into a whirlwind of unexpected challenges and change. As I watched the face of the person who was telling me their story I became intrigued. Their face was peaceful and their eyes sparkled as they talked. I asked the question, "What is the gift that all of these experiences have given you?" They looked me right in the eye and said "Live one day at a time. Enjoy what is around you. I realized after a lot of struggle & fighting with myself that I was mad. Furious at what life had done to me. Finally, I came to the conclusion that worrying and anger didn't fix anything, that I had to focus on what I could do. So, I took control of my personal space. I stopped feeling sorry for myself and started living. I figured since I was going to die I might as well live as fully as I possibly could with the time I had left." "When were you diagnosed with the disease?" I asked. The person smiled and said, "Oh, about 13 years ago." Fancy that! Quite an accomplishment, don't you think? How often do we get caught up in our fears of what is the 'worst' possible circumstances that can happen? I don't know about you but I have personally designed a few of those 'scenarios' in my life. Upon reflection, I can honestly say most of my fears were far worse than actual experience. Fear in my perception is like a two edged sword. Swing it one way it can destroy; swing it another it can cut through the toughest of circumstances. It is up to us - the "Sword Master" to direct its course. Here we are in a new century. The 'fear mongers' will have you believe that you have no choice, life is supposed to be full of misery and suffering. Humanity is the pits. Fiddlesticks! Life is an interesting taskmaster. As it doles out its challenges, you become the pioneering spirit of your own life and set up your wagon train's direction. Remember, you are the boss. Your mind and attitudes belong to you. When 'fear' rattles its two edged sword in its scabbard and you become afraid; take it in hand, pull it out and determine the direction you want it to go and what you want it to do. Use it to cut through the old bonds of habit, uncertainty and ignorance. Remember the call of the wagon train leader..... "Worries......Head 'em Up and Move 'em Out" This new century is full of wonderful gifts. Enjoy the adventure of finding them. Donna Seebo QUOTE FOR THE MONTH "Be the change you want to see in the world" Gandhi "ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING" A young clerk's responsibilities included bringing the judge a hot cup of coffee at the start of every day. "GOLDEN NUGGETS" This is a wonderful story from Theresa in Arizona. I know Theresa personally and think you will find her Theresa is partially handicapped. For years she has been trying to get a dog to assist her but the waiting list I have kept in touch with Theresa and recently asked her if she had heard anything about finding a dog for her Have a magnificent life. Donna Seebo-Delphi International/Mrs. Seebo's Classic's |
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