[As so often happens, I channel on a topic based on what card I draw … as I did here. And, as also often happens, the topic is so important for what is happening at this time. — Rob]
Rob: So, James, thank you for joining me. Since I drew the card on Prudence, do you have anything to share, any words of wisdom, that I might need in going forward?
James: Thank you for answering my call. Yes, I do have some words to share about Prudence. It is really, as your teammate said, a point of decision, of discernment, when faced with any decision. Should I do this? Should I not?
For you in particular, you have been feeling somewhat, I would say, guilty about choices that you are making. First, I want to say let that go. There’s no such thing as a wrong decision. But having said that, if the result of a decision is that you feel in any way uncomfortable about it, then it does bring up the point of applying Prudence to help decide. As was said, is this something that will bring me Joy and Peace and that feeling of being at ease?
So, most often for you the questions that arise for you are about what you are eating. Should I have this dessert? Should I have this snack? None of it really matters. There’s nothing life-threatening. There is no decision that involves life or death. But if you’re not comfortable with yourself, and it makes everything else so much more difficult, it raises questions about whether you’re doing the right thing in so many areas.
So when you’re faced with those decisions, stop. Ask yourself, “Is this of balance? Do I need this? Is it necessary to move me forward, where I wish to go?” It doesn’t matter what anybody else thinks. The only consideration is how it makes you feel. If you are happy with it, go for it. There’s no guilt involved. No shame. No second guessing. Be comfortable with your decision.
But, on the other hand, if that “wee, small voice” tells you you don’t need this, then let it go. Walk away. Yes, it involves discernment … which is really the act of simply listening to that voice inside you. It’s always there. Just tune in.
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