Day to Day - Anticipation

It's very interesting, how the human brain works. How we can sense things.

We were talking today about the last thing we had to do while the report, homestudy report, was being written. I mentioned my butterflies to Joe and how they are a mix of feelings - excited, scared, worried things just won't go our way. No sooner had I gotten that out of my mouth did I receive 4 emails about the report. I think the requests /updates are minor, but there is very little that goes smoothly. I think I have been blessed to travel a rather bumpy path, more gravel, if I think about it. There is nothing that has been like a paved road. I think I expect things to go wrong and usually I am right but the "wrong" is not as bad as I anticipate. I am grateful my parents allowed me to make mistakes while keeping me independent. That helps me think through things. I am grateful I have a husband that is very analytical and takes nothing at face value, but studies it before acting.

I found an interesting graph once I looked up acceptance today. I wanted to share that will everyone. I think this could be helpful in the many ways but in both small and large situations. I try to think diplomatically and while doing so, am able to come out on top with a little of what I want in the end. While not a full win, a win none the less. Just a lesson of the day. Anticipate with acceptance.

Happy week to everyone!!!

http://www.thwink.org/sustain/glossary/CycleOfAcceptance.htm