Alignment - Misalignment - Growth

A Cycle of "Life", Where We Are and Where We Are Going

Resistance

This was an early concept discussed with my coach. While it struck a cord, I resisted the idea that this shows up in all aspects of life.

Many weeks later, after reflecting, and talking about it with many…I see it everywhere. In all aspects of my life I am in one of these places and moving towards what is next.

The Circle

We are always in one of these states across our life (forgive the funny arrows).

From relationships, to health, to work, to creative pursuits, even getting more granular like sleep quality - I see this wherever I look.

Alignment

Cruising along, this part of your life is sorted, it’s amazing…it’s EASY! So good and easy to take for granted.

Being healthy, i.e. not sick or injured, is the subtle period of Alignment. Strong relationships, thriving creatively or at work, restful sleep.

Enjoy it.

Savor and enjoy being in Alignment. Be mindful, without holding it, because the next place is Misalignment.

Misalignment

Struggle. Challenge. Disruption. “What the FCK?!”

You were always headed here. The contrast to Alignment can be substantial, even painful.

You’re sick or injured or both. You are in conflict with your partner. Work has gone off the rails.

Be present to the gifts, know that this will shift.

Accept the Misalignment. This is part of the process. Attempt to embrace the discomfort that can arise and know that this is what creates Growth.

Growth

Healing. Learning. Integrating. Expanding. Stepping forward.

This where you implement the lessons from Misalignment.

Feel the expansion, the Growth, step into what is next for you. Appreciate this period of flux and integration and know that Alignment awaits.

The Gift - You Know What’s Next

The circle continues. You might spend years, or hours, in one place and then on to the next. At least you know what comes next.

What do you think? Is this woven through your life?

Would love to talk about it krisnsmith@pm.me or drop a comment below.