Daily Quote for April 25, 2025 | Abraham-Hicks

We’ve all been there. That knot in your stomach, the cloud over your head, the simmering frustration that seems to appear out of nowhere. Negative emotions are an undeniable part of the human experience, and while we often try to push them away or ignore them, what if they were actually trying to tell us something important? What if, instead of being a roadblock, they were a signal, a prompt for a powerful shift?

A profound piece of wisdom, shared by Esther Hicks from “Money and the Law of Attraction,” offers a brilliant perspective on this very idea. It suggests that every negative emotion is a clue, a flashing light indicating that “Something is important here; otherwise, I would not be feeling this negative emotion.” This simple reframe is the first step in a powerful technique known as “The Process of Pivoting.”

The core idea is beautifully straightforward: when you encounter that uncomfortable feeling, don’t resist it. Instead, acknowledge it as vital information. The next crucial step is to then ask yourself, “What is it that I want?” This isn’t about ignoring the problem; it’s about using the problem as a launchpad to identify your desired outcome. For example, if you’re feeling frustrated by a slow internet connection, you don’t want the connection to be slow; what you do want is a fast, seamless connection. If you’re feeling lonely, you don’t want to be lonely; you want connection, companionship, or self-fulfillment.

The magic happens in that very moment you deliberately shift your attention. As the wisdom explains, “In the moment you turn your attention to what you want, the negative attraction will stop; and in the moment the negative attraction stops, the positive attraction will begin.” Think of it like turning a dial. You’re not just wishing the bad away; you’re actively choosing a different frequency. This isn’t about toxic positivity; it’s about empowered redirection. It’s about recognizing that your focus dictates your experience.

And the immediate result? “In that moment—your feeling will change from not feeling good to feeling good.” This isn’t just wishful thinking; it’s a tangible shift in your energetic state and your perspective. By consciously choosing to focus on your desired outcome rather than dwelling on the undesired reality, you open the door for solutions, new ideas, and a more positive internal experience. Practicing this “Pivoting” regularly can transform how you navigate your daily emotional landscape, empowering you to move from feeling stuck to feeling in control, one conscious thought at a time. It’s a simple, yet incredibly effective tool for anyone looking to cultivate more peace and positivity in their life.

[Reference]:

Anytime you feel negative emotion, stop and say: Something is important here; otherwise, I would not be feeling this negative emotion. What is it that I want? And then simply turn your attention to what you do want. . . . In the moment you turn your attention to what you want, the negative attraction will stop; and in the moment the negative attraction stops, the positive attraction will begin. And—in that moment—your feeling will change from not feeling good to feeling good. That is the Process of Pivoting.

Excerpted from Money and the Law of Attraction

Our Love,
Esther
(and Abraham and Jerry)