Daily Quote for June 14, 2025 | Abraham-Hicks

The Power of Perspective: Moving Toward Your Natural State of Well-Being

In our daily lives, it is common to find ourselves in situations that feel less than ideal. Whether it is a career plateau, a personal setback, or a general feeling of stagnation, our first instinct is often to explain why we are there. We point to the economy, the actions of others, or a string of bad luck to justify our current circumstances. However, as the teachings of Esther Hicks—representing the collective wisdom of Abraham—suggest, this habit of justification might be the very thing keeping us from the life we desire.

When we focus on pointing out how “bad” things are to justify our current position, we inadvertently anchor ourselves to those negative conditions. In terms of mindset and personal growth, where we place our attention is where we direct our energy. By constantly reviewing the obstacles and grievances that have led to a difficult moment, we are effectively heading in the wrong direction. We aren’t looking toward the exit; we are staring deeper into the problem. This focus creates a feedback loop where our thoughts stay aligned with the struggle, making it difficult to find the clarity needed to move forward.

The path toward improvement begins with a subtle yet profound shift: reaching for the thought that feels better. This doesn’t mean ignoring reality or pretending that challenges don’t exist. Rather, it is about making a conscious choice to pivot toward relief. If you are in a state of stress, you don’t necessarily need to jump immediately to euphoria—you simply need to find a thought that feels slightly better than the one you just had. This incremental shift changes your internal momentum, turning you away from the “justification” of the struggle and toward the possibility of a solution.

At the core of this philosophy is the belief that well-being is our natural state. We don’t have to manufacture happiness or force ourselves to be successful; instead, we must stop the habits of thought that block that natural flow. Think of it like a cork held under water: the moment you let go of the pressure (the negative justifications), the cork naturally floats to the surface. By choosing to reach for better-feeling thoughts, you are letting go of the heavy weights that keep you submerged in frustration.

Ultimately, the goal is to allow your natural well-being to take the lead. Life will always present us with “contrast”—those moments that show us what we don’t want—but those moments are meant to help us clarify what we do want. Instead of using your energy to prove that your current struggle is valid or “not your fault,” use that same energy to focus on the feeling of relief. When you prioritize how you feel and choose thoughts that align with peace and progress, you open the door for better circumstances to naturally follow.

[Reference]:

When you try to justify where you are by pointing out how bad things are, you are headed in the wrong direction. Reach for the thought that feels better, And allow the natural Well-being that is yours.

Excerpted from Detroit, MI on 9/27/03

Our Love,
Esther
(and Abraham and Jerry)