One Apple A Day #1075
This morning is of those in which I have no ideas whatsoever.
My mind is blank. I woke up like this, and nothing came up during my physical wake-up routine or meditation practice.
I'm not worried, though.
I've learned over the years that once I sit down here to write, something always comes out. The quality, however, may vary a lot.
And that brings me to the real challenge of this practice.
It's not writing in itself that is difficult.
The scary moment comes when I have to press the button "publish". Because when I do that, there is no way back. It's like stepping out of the house and closing the door behind you. Then, whatever the day holds for you, rain or shine, you have to face it.
To let go of what I write is probably the most challenging part of this process. Sure, I may come back later to the same idea or subject. I can also edit the post if there's something major to fix. But the truth is, once it is out there, it is no more mine.
That's why it is scary. But fundamental.
In his "Do the work", Steven Pressfield wrote, "Because finishing is the critical part of any project. If we can't finish, all our work is for nothing."
Without that last step, the post does not exist. It's just a collection of words on a digital file.
But when I do that. When I hit the "publish" button, I can't hide anymore. I am exposed. You can read my world and judge it.
Or even worst, nobody will find it worthy of their time.
Yet, every time I publish my words, it's like taking a little pill of self-confidence.
So, here's to my little dose of morning power.