The Only Thing(s) You Have Power Over

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I recorded this episode the day before the United States would elect their next president. U.S. citizens and residents of every stripe and color have been on edge over the past several months due to many things — lockdowns, protests, riots. Folks on all ends of the political spectrum feel anxious and fearful about what may be in store if their candidate loses.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The fear and uncertainty runs thick and has seeped into seemingly every corner of our culture. My clients, whom I deeply respect, are across the entire spectrum. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">NLP has taught me that everyone is doing the best with the resourceswhat they have. This helps me respect others right where they are. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I’ve also learned that in the end, we all want the same things — love, certainty, and safety. And behind every behavior — yes, even crappy, jerky behaviors — there’s a positive intention. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Let that sink in for a minute. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During this election season, some clients have accused me of not having a political opinion. Sometimes they say I don’t care about what happens to our country this November. And nothing could be further from the truth.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>My commitment to myself and my clients keeps me focused on the things I (and my clients) can control. </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The presidential election is</span> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">not</span></em> <span style="font-weight: 400;">one of those things.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While this may feel like a do-or-die election — is it really? Is the result of the election going to change your health-and-wellness situation? Will it improve the quality of your personal relationships? Is the president-elect going to keep you on t