'I learned the importance of intention from a wise
Native American. He taught me that in order to change, one’s intention has to
be very specific and clearly stated every day. Intending to "do better" or "be
a good person" is not specific enough, and can be daunting even to consider.
But stating, "My intention is to be patient today" or "My intention is to be
nonjudgmental" is easier because it is concrete and specific. By stating the
goal simply, we make it attainable.
When we reaffirm our specific intention every day,
it becomes integrated into our being and then is manifested in our behaviour.'
Radical
Gratitude and other life lessons learned in Siberia
Andre
Bienkowski & Mary Akers
2008 Allen & Unwin
