Day 79 - What Is the Real Problem?

Sometimes we solve one problem and almost immediately find another one to worry about.Lesson 79 asks whether the outer problem is always the whole problem.Money may activate “I am unsafe.”A relationship may activate “I am alone.”A mistake may activate “I am not enough.”The practical situation still needs its practical response.But perhaps there is also a deeper belief asking to be seen.Today, ask:What is happening—and what have I made it mean?Practice for TodayWhen a problem feels overwhelming, pause and repeat:“Let me recognize this problem so it can be solved.”Then separate the situation from the meaning:“What is actually happening?”“What meaning have I added?”“What deeper fear is active here?”Do not rush towards an answer.Become willing to discover that what first looked like the whole problem may only be its outer form. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit farheenn.substack.com