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11/24/2015

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A few weeks ago I found myself swimming in chaos. The chaos was both internal and external. I would have absolute voices of clarity about my next move, idea, plan, itinerary, and then in an instant it would evade me. I would be filled with doubt about any of it -- skeptical, hesitant. I had certain plans for the week, and they all disintegrated in my hands. Things literally broke and fell apart, and drivers on the road were scary. The people upstairs continued the endless, noisy renovation of their condo. Chaos was everywhere. 

I rode this roller coaster for awhile, and then I went to my favorite discount clothing store, which cures everything. While I was there, I picked up a hat. The tag said CHAOS...no joke.

Thankfully, at that moment I remembered a dream I had about 5 years ago. In the dream, before the things that I desired fell into place, there was chaos. In essence, I was directed in the dream that chaos would have to ensue before my dreams and desires were more specifically manifested. Then I forgot about the dream until a few days ago, when in the midst of absolute chaos...I remembered.

In fact, science suggests that chaos is necessary for order, and some even define chaos as 'pre-order'. Isn't that reassuring? Chaos and change must occur for new creation and new growth!

So what do we do when we find ourselves bouncing around in chaos, which inevitably leads us into unsettling emotions?

Julia Cameron, one of my favorite authors and mentors of all time, said: "Wherever you are is always the right place. There is never a need to fix anything, to hitch up the bootstraps of the soul and start at some higher place. Start right where you are."

Right. Just take the next step for that day. This day. This precious moment. There are moments that are perfect, flowing and then because of our controlling minds, we feel chaos and turbulence, which we think is leading to something bad. Things are turned upside down, and we can't quite follow the map of our life as everything around us changes. We must remember that chaos, in fact, just might be leading us to more order.

Are you experiencing chaos? Embrace it. Dance with it. Enjoy it. Say woohoo this is a ride ain't it? Bring it on. In fact, be sure to enjoy the chaos that is almost certain to ensue at some of your Thanksgiving gatherings this week!

Any thoughts about chaos and order? We would LOVE to hear from yoU in the comments section below.

(Written by Jane Hart, copyright 2015)
8 Comments
Shelly Napolitan
11/24/2015 06:03:22 am

Thanks Jane, I love your blog!! I am feeling the crunch of chaos around me, and decided to jump on my treadmill first thing this morning...as I loaded my favorite show from the dvr, I kept bumping the remote and it kept bringing me back to this channel where there was a reverend preaching. After this happened twice I decided not to fight it, thought that maybe I was meant to watch this and listened to the rest of the program...which centered on worrying and how useless it is...That we need to pray instead...not incessant prayer...but after we have prayed, to thank God for our blessings and focus on that instead, not the uselessness of worrying. I felt that was the perfect message for me and at this time probably for many people...everything that is meant to get done...will - and things that are meant to happen...will.

❤️U!

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Blessed
11/24/2015 12:36:56 pm

Awww...I love this Shelly. I love how you went from chaos to following the flow right into a healing message for all of us! Maybe that is the point of chaos sometimes...to get us to a better place! Yes, let's thank God for our blessings and keep our focus there. Amen! Thanks so much for sharing.

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Georgia
11/24/2015 07:48:48 am

Jane, I always enjoy reading your work. I'm not afraid of chaos anymore in myself or my life. Basically, I realized that chaos is more of the norm, as life is always rapidly changing. Chaos is actually a sign that I'm fully alive and "riding it" is the roller coaster; my attitude - and my boundaries - determines how much I enjoy the ride. This reversal in mind mind (that life is always moving!) has helped the past few months. And when I have the rainbows of inner and outer peacefulness, I rest in the arms of angels. Resting up for the next roller coaster ride and grateful I am alive. Blessings to you.

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Blessed
11/24/2015 12:39:14 pm

Georgia! I'm glad your change in thinking has helped you to see chaos as a sign that you are living life! Amen to rainbows of inner and outer peace and resting in the arms of angels! Love it. Thanks for sharing.

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BOO BOO
11/24/2015 08:03:00 am

All I can say is WOW...you made my day!!! You helped to calm my core and make the journey more manageable today, tomorrow and the next days to come. XOXO

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Blessed
11/24/2015 12:44:52 pm

I am so glad Boo Boo -- may we all have a calm core and have FUN and rest during the holidays! See you soon!!

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Ann
11/24/2015 10:24:46 am

Inspiring that Blessed's Chaos theory is being spread to the world - Dancing with Chaos. I especially enjoy the synchronicity, fun and autumnal spiral mandala.I have new appreciation for chaos. Happy Thanksgiving. So grateful for you and all your help this year. Love!

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Blessed
11/24/2015 12:46:49 pm

Hee hee...thanks for your lofty view dear one. Happy Thanksgiving to you each and every single day! In gratitude...

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