Are we in control of our own destinies, or is the Universe ultimately in control? Predestination vs. free will, it's a fairly universal question. Here's my convoluted, lay-person take on it.
I believe that the Universe, or God, or whatever higher power it is that you believe in, puts opportunities, people, and things into our lives constantly. These things are all meant to have purpose. However, the individual has to be really tuned in to this higher powered purpose, in order to make the most of it. What I'm trying to say is, the answer to this age-old question can be found at the junction of Universe and Universal awareness.
We're all familiar with the saying, "It's all about the timing." This is the simplified version of what I'm trying to say. Perfect timing occurs when the Universe presents us with an opportunity, and we are aware of it at the instant that it is in front of us. If your attention wavers for even the briefest of moments, the timing is lost, as is the opportunity.
I personally have been on both ends of this timing explanation. I have had all of the pieces to a life transforming puzzle fall miraculously into place, just because the timing was perfect. On the other hand, I've also lost incredible chances because I simply wasn't aware, and the timing slipped right past me.
If you wish to have perfect timing so that you might discover everything of purpose in your life, you must hone your awareness. Pay attention, and notice those moments in which the Universe dangles an incredible possibility in front of your nose. When someone tells you, "It's just not our time." What they are really saying is, "Our time came. We just didn't see it."
Pay attention. Be aware. When your time comes, don't regret not having seen it.
I believe that the Universe, or God, or whatever higher power it is that you believe in, puts opportunities, people, and things into our lives constantly. These things are all meant to have purpose. However, the individual has to be really tuned in to this higher powered purpose, in order to make the most of it. What I'm trying to say is, the answer to this age-old question can be found at the junction of Universe and Universal awareness.
We're all familiar with the saying, "It's all about the timing." This is the simplified version of what I'm trying to say. Perfect timing occurs when the Universe presents us with an opportunity, and we are aware of it at the instant that it is in front of us. If your attention wavers for even the briefest of moments, the timing is lost, as is the opportunity.
I personally have been on both ends of this timing explanation. I have had all of the pieces to a life transforming puzzle fall miraculously into place, just because the timing was perfect. On the other hand, I've also lost incredible chances because I simply wasn't aware, and the timing slipped right past me.
If you wish to have perfect timing so that you might discover everything of purpose in your life, you must hone your awareness. Pay attention, and notice those moments in which the Universe dangles an incredible possibility in front of your nose. When someone tells you, "It's just not our time." What they are really saying is, "Our time came. We just didn't see it."
Pay attention. Be aware. When your time comes, don't regret not having seen it.