Animal Eyes

So what about me? How can I be more like Baxter? Manage my life and still give in to sleep when I most need it, eat when I am hungry without self-deprecation, and submit myself to others without fear? That kind of freedom feels so foreign when over analyzing every personal and professional decision is second nature. I have built a business over the past 12 years out of reserve and control. I am the ultimate Alpha. I am determined that others like me and follow me. Every word and action is designed for that end. However, this is not without its problems. I am paralyzed when I am unsure which direction is best. I lie awake at night tossing and turning over decisions or perceived problems, both personal and professional. This is not where I want to be.

So what about me? How can I be more like Baxter? Manage my life and still give in to sleep when I most need it, eat when I am hungry without self-deprecation, and submit myself to others without fear? That kind of freedom feels so foreign when over analyzing every personal and professional decision is second nature. I have built a business over the past 12 years out of reserve and control. I am the ultimate Alpha. I am determined that others like me and follow me. Every word and action is designed for that end. However, this is not without its problems. I am paralysed when I am unsure which direction is best. I lie awake at night tossing and turning over decisions or perceived problems, both personal and professional. This is not where I want to be.

So I am learning from my dog:

If it is not a basic need being effected go for it. You can always recover if you have the basics. Accept everyone just be ready to defend or protect yourself if you are wrong. Be in the moment. What is happening right now? Be here.

These three steps allow me to let go of my ego and focus on peace and joy. With less judgment and disdain for myself I am free to love myself and enjoy the life that I have. I understand that in business we do have to plan and know the limits (budget, location, etc.), just like my dog has limits, but once those are in place a worrying is not beneficial. Stretch out and enjoy the journey. It might just throw you a bone every once in a while.

Author:

Lisa Peacock is a Licensed Psychotherapist living in Portland Oregon. The Peacock Foundation provides help and healing to children throughout Los Angeles, CA. Lisa has been working with children and families for over a decade and is now teaching and training others who want to work with their animals.

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