March 23 2025 Pancake Marathon Topic
- Mar 24
- 28 min read
The Set Aside Prayer (or lay aside prayer): Dear God, please set aside everything I think I know About myself, this book, my disease, these steps, and especially about you dear God so that I might have an open mind And a new experience with all these things. Please help me to see the truth.
How: Honest open willing
For maybe “how,” is “what,” to you or is your “why?”
What: wonder how about today?
Pancake Marathon Topic
Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?
How: Honest open willing
For maybe “how,” is “what,” to you or is your “why?”
What: wonder how about today?
12 Steps: Gemini's help
Step 1: Admission of powerlessness
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Viewpoint: Honesty
Key point: Recognizing that willpower alone is insufficient.
More wordy: Acknowledging that addiction and compulsive behaviors have taken control, and that personal efforts to manage them have been unsuccessful.
Action Plan: Share with another person that you are struggling and don't know what to do.
Step 2: Belief in a higher power
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Hope
Key point: Seeking help from a source outside oneself.
More wordy: Accepting that a Higher Power (as individually understood) can restore sanity and provide guidance. This step encourages opening up to the possibility of a power greater than oneself, which can offer strength and support beyond personal capabilities.
Action plan: Pray or meditate. Ask your higher power for help.
Step 3: Surrender to a higher power
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Willingness
Key point: Turning one's will and life over to the care of a Higher Power.
More wordy: This step involves making a conscious decision to relinquish control and trust in the guidance of a Higher Power. It signifies a shift from self-reliance to reliance on a greater force for direction and support.
Action plan: Make a decision to turn your will and your life over to the care of your higher power.
Step 4: Moral inventory
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Courage
Key point: Conducting a thorough self-examination.
More wordy: Taking a fearless and searching moral inventory of oneself, including identifying character defects, past wrongs, and resentments. This step involves honest self-reflection to gain a deeper understanding of personal flaws and their impact on oneself and others.
Action plan: Write down your resentments, fears, and character defects.
Step 5: Confession
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Integrity
Key Point: Sharing one's inventory with another person and a Higher Power.
More wordy: Admitting to oneself, to another person, and to a Higher Power the exact nature of one's wrongs. This step emphasizes honesty and vulnerability in acknowledging one's shortcomings and seeking forgiveness.
Action plan: Share your 4th step with your sponsor or another trusted person.
Step 6: Readiness for change
Show: "I want to do the work"
Viewpoint: Acceptance
Key point: Becoming entirely ready to have a Higher Power remove character defects.
More wordy: This step involves recognizing and accepting personal flaws and becoming willing to have them removed by a Higher Power. It signifies a readiness for change and a surrender to the transformative power of a Higher Power.
Action plan: Ask your higher power to remove your shortcomings.
Step 7: Humility
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Viewpoint: Humility
Key point: Humbly asking a Higher Power to remove shortcomings.
More wordy: This step involves humbly asking a Higher Power to remove character defects and shortcomings. It emphasizes humility and recognition of one's limitations, acknowledging the need for assistance from a Higher Power in achieving personal growth.
Action plan: Continue to pray and meditate. Ask your higher power to remove your defects of character.
Step 8: Amends list
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Responsibility
Key point: Making a list of people harmed and becoming willing to make amends.
More wordy: This step involves taking responsibility for past actions and making a list of all persons harmed, becoming willing to make amends to them all. It emphasizes accountability and the willingness to repair relationships damaged by one's past behavior.
Action plan: Make a list of all the people you have harmed and become willing to make amends.
Step 9: Making amends
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Justice
Key Point: Making direct amends to people harmed wherever possible, except when doing so would injure them or others.
More wordy: This step involves taking action to make amends to those harmed, directly apologizing and seeking forgiveness whenever possible, while ensuring that amends do not cause further harm. It emphasizes making reparations and restoring trust in relationships.
Action plan: Make amends to those you have harmed except when to do so would injure them or others.
Step 10: Continued inventory
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Perseverance
Key Point: Continuing to take personal inventory and promptly admitting when wrong.
More wordy: This step emphasizes the importance of ongoing self-reflection and accountability. It involves continuing to take a personal inventory, recognizing and admitting wrongs promptly, and maintaining a commitment to personal growth.
Action plan: Continue to take a personal inventory and when you are wrong promptly admit it.
Step 11: Prayer and meditation
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Connection
Key Point: Seeking conscious contact with a Higher Power through prayer and meditation.
More wordy: This step involves deepening one's relationship with a Higher Power through prayer and meditation. It emphasizes seeking guidance, strength, and connection through spiritual practices.
Action plan: Pray and meditate regularly to improve your conscious contact with your higher power.
Step 12: Service
Show: "I want to do the work"
Viewpoint: Service
Key Point: Carrying the message of recovery to others and practicing these principles in all affairs.
More wordy: This step involves helping others who struggle with addiction and applying spiritual principles in daily life. It emphasizes giving back to the community and living a life guided by the 12 Steps.
Action plan: Help another person who is struggling with addiction. Practice these principles in all your affairs.
12 Traditions: Gemini's help
Unfortunately, due to the limited text provided, I cannot effectively apply all 12 Traditions in the specific format you requested. The text doesn't contain sufficient information about group dynamics, anonymity, or other core principles of the Traditions.
However, I can provide a general overview of how some of the Traditions might relate to the themes of letting go and letting God, which are present in your text:
Potential Application of Some Traditions:
Tradition 1: Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon A.A. unity.
Viewpoint: Surrender
Key Point: Unity and shared purpose are essential for individual and group recovery.
More Wordy: By prioritizing the well-being of the group and recognizing our shared goals, we create an environment where everyone can heal and grow.
Action Plan: Actively participate in meetings and support other members.
Tradition 2: For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority—a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.
Viewpoint: Faith
Key Point: Trust in a higher power and group conscience guides the group, not individual leaders.
More Wordy: Decisions are made through group consensus, seeking guidance from a higher power and recognizing that no single person has ultimate control.
Action Plan: Participate in group conscience discussions and be open to guidance from a higher power.
Tradition 3: The only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop drinking.
Viewpoint: Acceptance
Key Point: Anyone seeking help is welcome, regardless of background or beliefs.
More Wordy: The focus is on the shared desire for sobriety, fostering an inclusive environment.
Action Plan: Welcome newcomers and avoid judgment.
Tradition 11: Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio, and films.
Viewpoint: Humility
Key Point: Anonymity protects members and ensures the focus remains on the message, not the individual.
More Wordy: By maintaining anonymity in public media, we avoid drawing attention to ourselves and prioritize the A.A. message.
Action Plan: Respect anonymity and avoid sharing personal details in public settings.
Note: Remember that the 12 Traditions are best understood and applied within the context of an A.A. group. While some principles can be adapted to individual recovery, their full impact is realized through group participation and shared experience.
12 promises: Gemini's help
Applying the 12 Promises to the Text
Promise 1: We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness.
Show: "So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?"
Viewpoint: Hope
Key Point: By working the 12 steps and surrendering to a higher power, we will find true freedom and happiness.
More Wordy: The spiritual principles of the 12 steps will lead to a sense of peace and contentment that was not possible while in active addiction.
Action Plan: Continue to work the 12 steps and trust the process.
Promise 2: We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Acceptance
Key Point: We will come to terms with our past and see it as a valuable part of our journey.
More Wordy: Through self-reflection and forgiveness, we will make peace with our past and no longer be haunted by it.
Action Plan: Work on self-forgiveness and acceptance.
Promise 3: We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace.
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Peace
Key Point: Surrender and acceptance will lead to a sense of calm and tranquility.
More Wordy: By releasing control and trusting in a higher power, we will find inner peace and serenity.
Action Plan: Practice mindfulness and meditation.
Promise 4: No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others.
Show: "I want to do the work"
Viewpoint: Service
Key Point: Our past struggles can be used to help others who are still suffering.
More Wordy: By sharing our experience, strength, and hope, we can inspire and support others in their recovery.
Action Plan: Share your story with others and offer support.
Promise 5: That feeling of uselessness and self-pity will disappear.
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Viewpoint: Self-worth
Key Point: As we recover, we will develop a sense of purpose and self-worth.
More Wordy: We will no longer feel like victims and will recognize our inherent value and potential.
Action Plan: Focus on your strengths and accomplishments.
Promise 6: We will lose interest in selfish things and gain interest in our fellows.
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Connection
Key Point: We will shift our focus from ourselves to others and develop healthy relationships.
More Wordy: Our priorities will change, and we will find joy in helping and connecting with others.
Action Plan: Volunteer your time and connect with others in recovery.
Promise 7: Self-seeking will slip away.
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Selflessness
Key Point: We will become less self-centered and more focused on the well-being of others.
More Wordy: Our ego will diminish, and we will act with greater compassion and empathy.
Action Plan: Practice gratitude and generosity.
Promise 8: Our whole attitude and outlook upon life will change.
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Transformation
Key Point: Recovery will lead to a fundamental shift in our perspective and attitude.
More Wordy: We will see the world with new eyes and approach life with greater optimism and gratitude.
Action Plan: Embrace new experiences and perspectives.
Promise 9: Fear of people and economic insecurity will leave us.
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Viewpoint: Security
Key Point: We will overcome our fears and anxieties and develop a sense of security.
More Wordy: We will no longer be controlled by fear and will trust in our ability to handle life's challenges.
Action Plan: Face your fears and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Promise 10: We will intuitively know how to handle situations which used to baffle us.
Show: "So within this fact how do I just keep it simple"
Viewpoint: Wisdom
Key Point: We will develop the wisdom and intuition to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
More Wordy: We will learn from our experiences and develop the ability to make sound decisions.
Action Plan: Reflect on your experiences and learn from your mistakes.
Promise 11: We will suddenly realize that God is doing for us what we could not do for ourselves.
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Faith
Key Point: We will recognize the power of a higher power in our lives and experience spiritual growth.
More Wordy: We will see evidence of a higher power working in our lives and guiding us towards a better future.
Action Plan: Pray, meditate, and seek spiritual guidance.
Promise 12: We will have a new vital interest in life
Show: "I want to do the work"
Viewpoint: Purpose
Key Point: We will rediscover joy and purpose in life and embrace new opportunities.
More Wordy: Life will take on new meaning, and we will find fulfillment in our daily activities and relationships.
Action Plan: Pursue your passions and find activities that bring you joy.
Universal Laws: Gemini's help
Applying the 12 Universal LawsThe Law of Divine Oneness
Show: "So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?"
Viewpoint: Interconnectedness
Key Point: Everything is connected; we are all one.
More Wordy: This law states that everything in the universe is interconnected and that we are all part of a unified whole. This interconnectedness includes our thoughts, feelings, and actions, as well as our relationships with others and the world around us.
Action Plan: Practice seeing the interconnectedness in all things.
The Law of Correspondence
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Reflection
Key Point: As above, so below; as within, so without.
More Wordy: This law states that there is a correspondence between the inner and outer worlds. Our inner thoughts, feelings, and beliefs are reflected in our outer experiences and circumstances.
Action Plan: Reflect on how your inner world is showing up in your outer world.
The Law of Vibration
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Key Point: Everything vibrates at a specific frequency; like attracts like.
More Wordy: This law states that everything in the universe vibrates at a specific frequency. Our thoughts, feelings, and actions all have a vibrational frequency, and we attract things into our lives that match our dominant frequency.
Action Plan: Focus on raising your vibrational frequency by thinking positive thoughts and feeling good emotions.
The Law of Attraction
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Manifestation
Key Point: We attract what we focus on.
More Wordy: This law states that we attract into our lives what we focus on, whether it is positive or negative. Our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs create our reality.
Action Plan: Focus on what you want to attract into your life.
The Law of Inspired Action
Show: "I want to do the work"
Viewpoint: Alignment
Key Point: Take action towards your goals and dreams.
More Wordy: This law states that we must take inspired action toward our goals and dreams. It is not enough to simply think positive thoughts; we must also take steps to make our dreams a reality.
Action Plan: Take one small step toward your goals today.
The Law of Perpetual Transmutation of Energy
Show: "I want to do the work but how"
Viewpoint: Transformation
Key Point: Everything changes; energy is always in motion.
More Wordy: This law states that everything in the universe is constantly changing and evolving. Energy is always in motion, and nothing stays the same forever.
Action Plan: Embrace change and be open to new possibilities.
The Law of Cause and Effect
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Accountability
Key Point: Every action has a reaction; we reap what we sow.
More Wordy: This law states that every action has a corresponding reaction. Our choices and actions have consequences, and we are responsible for the outcomes of our decisions.
Action Plan: Make conscious choices and take responsibility for your actions.
The Law of Compensation
Show: "So within this fact how do I just keep it simple"
Viewpoint: Balance
Key Point: We receive what we give.
More Wordy: This law states that we are compensated for our efforts and contributions. The universe rewards us for our good deeds and punishes us for our misdeeds.
Action Plan: Give generously and be of service to others.
The Law of Polarity
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Duality
Key Point: Everything has an opposite; there is always a balance.
More Wordy: This law states that everything has an opposite. There is always a balance between light and dark, good and evil, positive and negative.
Action Plan: Accept that there are two sides to every coin.
The Law of Rhythm
Show: "So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact"
Viewpoint: Cycles
Key Point: Everything has a cycle; there is a time for everything.
More Wordy: This law states that everything has a cycle. There is a time for everything, and nothing lasts forever.
Action Plan: Be patient and trust the timing of your life.
The Law of Gender
Show: "let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Harmony
Key Point: There is both masculine and feminine energy in everything.
More Wordy: This law states that there is both masculine and feminine energy in everything in the universe. These energies are not necessarily associated with gender, but rather with qualities such as strength and receptivity.
Action Plan: Embrace both your masculine and feminine energies.
The Law of Relativity
Show: "So within this fact how do I just keep it simple"
Viewpoint: Perspective
Key Point: Everything is relative; there is no absolute truth.
More Wordy: This law states that everything is relative to the observer. There is no absolute truth, and what is true for one person may not be true for another.
Action Plan: Be open to different perspectives and interpretations.
Rewrites: Gemini's help
1. Summarize:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Core Message
Key Point: The speaker wants to engage in personal work but is unsure how, recognizing their current understanding is incomplete and seeking simplicity and surrender.
More Wordy: The individual expresses a strong desire to undertake personal growth and self-improvement, yet is uncertain about the methodology. They acknowledge that their present perception of the situation is only partial and refer to a prior promise (promise one). They seek a simplified approach and a willingness to surrender control to a higher power.
Action Plan: Identify your main goal and ask for guidance on how to achieve it simply.
2. Shortened:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Concise
Key Point: Wanting to do work, feeling lost, seeking simplicity and surrender.
More Wordy: The person desires to engage in personal development but feels unsure of the process. They understand their current view is limited and look for a straightforward way to surrender to a higher power.
Action Plan: Focus on the very next step, not the whole journey.
3. Bullet Points:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Organized
Key Point:
Desire to do personal work.
Uncertainty about the method.
Awareness of limited perspective.
Seeking simplicity.
Wanting to surrender to a higher power.
More Wordy:
There is a strong inclination to engage in personal growth and development.
The individual feels confused and unsure about how to proceed.
They recognize that their current understanding is only a partial view of the situation.
There is a desire to find a simplified approach.
The individual wants to surrender control and trust in a higher power for guidance.
Action Plan: List out what you know and what you need guidance on.
4. Rephrased:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Alternative Phrasing
Key Point: Yearning for self-improvement, unsure of the path, realizing limited knowledge, wishing for ease, and desiring to yield to divine guidance.
More Wordy: There is a deep longing for personal advancement, yet there is a lack of clarity about the strategy. The person understands their current insight is incomplete and hopes for a straightforward method, along with a strong wish to submit to a higher authority for direction.
Action Plan: Ask yourself, "If this were easy, what would it look like?"
5. Casual:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Relatable
Key Point: "I really wanna do this, but I'm totally lost. I know I'm not seeing the whole picture, so how do I just make it easy and let God handle it?"
More Wordy: "Man, I'm really feeling this drive to work on myself, but I have no idea where to start. It's like I know I'm only getting half of what's going on, and I just need to find a simple way to let go and trust that God's got it."
Action Plan: Tell a friend, "I want to change, but I don't know how."
6. Formal:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Structured
Key Point: The individual expresses a desire for personal development but lacks methodological clarity, acknowledges an incomplete understanding, and seeks a simplified approach involving surrender to a higher power.
More Wordy: The subject articulates a profound inclination towards personal improvement; however, a clear methodology is absent. The subject recognizes a limited perspective and expresses a preference for a streamlined procedure that involves the relinquishment of control to a divine entity.
Action Plan: Write out a formal request for guidance and clarity.
7. Elaborate:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Detailed
Key Point: The speaker is experiencing a strong internal pull towards self-improvement, but feels overwhelmed by the lack of direction. They are aware of their limited understanding, referencing a previously established promise, and are deeply seeking a simplified path that involves complete surrender to divine guidance.
More Wordy: The individual is not merely expressing a casual interest in self-help, but rather a significant internal drive to engage in deep, meaningful personal work. However, this drive is met with a sense of confusion and a lack of clear direction. The speaker is acutely aware that their current perception of the situation is incomplete, referencing a prior commitment or agreement (promise one), suggesting a deeper context. They are yearning for a simple, straightforward approach and a profound sense of surrender to a higher power, indicating a desire for spiritual guidance and trust.
Action Plan: Journal extensively about your desires, fears, and what "letting go" means to you.
8. Detached Observer View (Third-Person Perspective):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Objective
Key Point: The person expresses a desire for work, acknowledges uncertainty, a partial understanding, and seeks simplicity and surrender to a higher power.
More Wordy: The individual in question is observed to express a strong desire to engage in self-improvement. They concurrently acknowledge a lack of clarity regarding the method and recognize that their current understanding of the situation is incomplete. The individual is seeking a simplified approach and a willingness to surrender control to a higher power.
Action Plan: Observe your own behavior from a distance, as if watching someone else.
9. Rationalist’s View (Logic Over Emotion):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Logical
Key Point: The individual identifies a goal (work), recognizes a problem (lack of method), acknowledges limited data, and seeks an efficient solution (simplicity and surrender).
More Wordy: The individual has logically identified a desired outcome, which they refer to as "the work." They have also rationally recognized an obstacle in the form of lacking a clear methodology. Furthermore, they acknowledge that their current understanding is based on incomplete data. Therefore, they seek an efficient and logically sound solution, which involves simplifying the process and surrendering to a higher power as a means of resolving the methodological issue.
Action Plan: Create a flowchart of your current situation and desired outcome.
10. Scientific View (Neuroplasticity & Habit Formation):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Evidence-Based
Key Point: The individual is experiencing a desire for behavioral change but lacks a clear strategy, acknowledges limited cognitive processing, and seeks a method to reduce mental load and enhance reliance on external support systems.
More Wordy: The individual is expressing a desire to engage in personal work, which can be interpreted as a desire for behavioral change or the formation of new habits. They acknowledge a lack of clarity on how to proceed, suggesting a need for new neural pathways or strategies. The recognition that "feeling this way is just half the fact" indicates an awareness of limited cognitive processing or incomplete information. The request to "keep it simple" aligns with the scientific principle of reducing cognitive load to facilitate learning and habit formation. "Let go and let God" could be seen as seeking external support systems, which are crucial for maintaining neuroplastic changes.
Action Plan: Research brain plasticity and how habits are formed. Identify a small, specific behavior you want to change.
11. Psychological Lens (Cognitive Framing & Self-Compassion):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Internal Perspective
Key Point: The individual is experiencing internal conflict, recognizing cognitive biases, and seeking self-compassion through surrender.
More Wordy: From a psychological perspective, the individual is experiencing internal conflict between the desire for change and the uncertainty of how to achieve it. The statement "being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact" suggests an awareness of cognitive biases or incomplete understanding, a common psychological phenomenon. The desire to "keep it simple" reflects a need for cognitive ease and reduced anxiety. "Let go and let God" can be interpreted as an act of self-compassion, surrendering to a higher power to alleviate personal burden and find emotional relief.
Action Plan: Practice self-compassion by acknowledging your struggles without judgment. Identify one cognitive distortion you might be experiencing.
12. Empathetic:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Understanding
Key Point: "I understand wanting to make changes and feeling lost about how to start. It's okay to feel like you're not seeing the whole picture. Seeking simplicity and surrendering to something bigger than yourself is a brave step."
More Wordy: "I truly understand what you're going through. It's incredibly common to have a strong desire for personal growth and change, but then feel completely overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin. It's also very normal to feel like you're only seeing a part of the situation, like there's something missing. Wanting to keep things simple and deciding to let go and trust in a higher power is a powerful and courageous choice. It takes a lot to admit you don't have all the answers and to seek help beyond yourself."
Action Plan: Be kind to yourself. Acknowledge your feelings and know that it's okay to ask for help.
13. Mirror Reflection (Self-Perception & Projection):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Introspection
Key Point: The writing reflects internal confusion, a desire for clarity, and a projection of hope onto a higher power.
More Wordy: This statement acts as a mirror, reflecting the author's inner state of confusion and uncertainty. The desire to "do the work" is a projection of their aspiration for self-improvement. The feeling that "this is just half the fact" mirrors an internal awareness of limited self-perception. The plea to "keep it simple" and "let go and let God" projects a hope for external guidance and a desire to relinquish control of the unknown, seeking a sense of peace through surrender.
Action Plan: Read your own words aloud and pay attention to the emotions they evoke. What do they reveal about your inner state?
14. Alternative Viewpoint:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Different Interpretations
Key Point: The "work" could be interpreted as various things, and "letting go" could be seen as delegating responsibility.
More Wordy: From an alternative viewpoint, "the work" could represent any form of personal development, a career change, a creative project, or even a spiritual journey. "Letting go" could be seen not just as surrender but as delegating responsibility or trusting in a collaborative process. "Let God" might not be strictly religious but rather trusting in a higher power, the universe, or even one's own intuition. The phrase "promise one" suggests a prior agreement or commitment, adding another layer of interpretation.
Action Plan: Brainstorm different meanings for each phrase in the statement. How does that change your understanding?
15. Pragmatist’s View (Action Over Reflection):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Practical Application
Key Point: Identify the smallest actionable step and take it now, rather than getting stuck in analysis.
More Wordy: A pragmatist would focus on moving from reflection to action. Instead of dwelling on the "how," they would identify the smallest, most immediate step that can be taken. What is one tiny thing that can be done right now to move towards "the work"? Instead of just "letting go," they would ask: What is one specific thing I can stop doing today? And instead of abstractly "letting God," they might ask: What is one resource or person I can reach out to for help?
Action Plan: Choose one small task related to your goal and complete it within the next hour.
16. Stoic View (Radical Acceptance & Control):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Acceptance and Control
Key Point: Accept the uncertainty, focus on what you can control (your effort), and surrender the rest.
More Wordy: The Stoic perspective would emphasize accepting the present moment, including the uncertainty about "how." Focus on what is within your control: your willingness to "do the work" and your effort in taking the next step. Acknowledge that you may not have the full picture ("half the fact") and that some things are outside your control. "Let go and let God" can be interpreted as surrendering to what is beyond your control, accepting what is and trusting that you are doing your best.
Action Plan: Identify one thing you cannot control and consciously choose to accept it. Focus on the effort you put forth, not the outcome.
17. Existentialist Approach (Freedom & Responsibility):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Personal Agency
Key Point: You are free to choose your path, even if you don't know how. You are responsible for creating your own meaning.
More Wordy: The Existentialist perspective highlights the individual's freedom and responsibility. The feeling of being lost about "how" is a part of the human condition. You are free to choose your path, even without complete clarity. The "work" is not pre-defined; you are responsible for defining it and creating your own meaning. "Letting go and letting God" can be seen as a choice to relinquish control to something beyond yourself, but it's still your choice to do so. You are accountable for how you interpret and act upon your feelings and desires.
Action Plan: Choose one small action today that feels authentic to you, even if you don't know where it will lead.
18. Non-Attachment (Buddhist-Inspired Perspective):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Detachment
Key Point: Let go of attachment to specific outcomes and the need to know "how" to find peace and surrender.
More Wordy: The Buddhist perspective would encourage non-attachment to the idea that you need to know "how" before you can begin. Letting go of the need for a specific plan or outcome can bring peace. The phrase "let go and let God" aligns with the idea of surrendering attachment to control and trusting in a larger process. The recognition that "this is just half the fact" suggests an understanding that the current perspective is limited and that clinging to it will not lead to clarity.
Action Plan: Practice observing your thoughts and desires without judgment or attachment. Let go of one thing you are trying to control.
19. Spiritual Surrender View (Divine Timing):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Trust in Destiny
Key Point: Trust that the "how" will be revealed in divine timing. Surrender to the process and have faith.
More Wordy: From a spiritual surrender perspective, the uncertainty about "how" is part of a larger divine plan. There is a sense of trust that everything is unfolding as it should, in perfect timing. The phrase "let go and let God" expresses a willingness to surrender to this higher power and trust that guidance will be provided when the time is right. The recognition of "half the fact" suggests an openness to receiving more information or understanding.
Action Plan: Pray or meditate and ask for guidance. Trust that the answers will come when you are ready.
20. Energy Flow Perspective (Quantum / Spirituality):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Holistic Understanding
Key Point: The desire to "do the work" is an energy seeking expression. Trust the flow and allow the "how" to emerge.
More Wordy: This perspective sees the desire to "do the work" as an energy pattern within the individual. The uncertainty about "how" is a temporary blockage in the flow of that energy. "Letting go and letting God" can be understood as allowing the energy to flow freely, trusting that the universe will provide the necessary guidance and resources. The phrase "half the fact" suggests that the individual is only partially aware of the energy patterns at play.
Action Plan: Visualize the energy of your desire flowing freely. Trust that it will lead you in the right direction.
21. Law of Attraction & Inspired Action Perspective:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Intentional Manifestation
Key Point: Focus on the desire to "do the work" and take inspired action. The "how" will become clear.
More Wordy: This perspective suggests that by focusing on the desire to "do the work" and holding that intention clearly, the individual will attract the necessary resources, opportunities, and guidance. "Letting go and letting God" can be seen as trusting the universe to bring these things into alignment. Inspired action, driven by intuition and inner guidance, will lead to the "how" becoming clear.
Action Plan: Write down your intention to "do the work" and ask for guidance. Pay attention to any intuitive nudges and act on them.
22. Mythological / Archetypal Perspective:
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Symbolic Depth
Key Point: The journey of seeking direction and surrendering to a higher power is a universal quest.
More Wordy: From a mythological perspective, the individual's experience can be seen as an archetypal journey. The desire to "do the work" represents a call to adventure or a quest for self-discovery. The uncertainty about "how" is the initial stage of the journey, where the hero is lost and seeking guidance. "Letting go and letting God" symbolizes the surrender to a higher power or the wisdom of the universe. The phrase "promise one" suggests a prior commitment or destiny that the individual is now remembering.
Action Plan: Reflect on myths or stories that resonate with your current situation. What lessons can you learn from them?
23. Cyclical Time Perspective (Everything is Repeating):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Patterns
Key Point: The feelings of uncertainty and the desire for surrender are part of recurring cycles in life and will pass.
More Wordy: This perspective recognizes that life moves in cycles, and the current feelings of uncertainty and the desire for surrender are part of these recurring patterns. Just as there are seasons, there are periods of clarity and periods of confusion. By recognizing these cycles, the individual can find comfort in knowing that the current feelings will pass and that guidance will eventually emerge.
Action Plan: Reflect on past cycles in your life. How have you navigated similar situations before?
24. Childlike Wonder Approach (Play & Exploration):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Curiosity
Key Point: Approach the desire to "do the work" with curiosity and openness, like a child exploring a new game.
More Wordy: This approach encourages the individual to approach their desire to "do the work" with a sense of childlike wonder and curiosity. Instead of feeling burdened by the uncertainty of "how," they can approach it as a playful exploration. "Letting go and letting God" can be seen as trusting the process of discovery and allowing things to unfold naturally. The phrase "half the fact" suggests an openness to learning and discovering more.
Action Plan: Approach your day with a sense of curiosity and wonder. Try something new and see what happens.
25. Minimalist Approach (Letting Go is Simplicity):
Show: (Feeling this way: I want to do the work but how, So being that I see that I feel this way is just half the fact: as said within promise one; So within this fact how do I just keep it simple and let go and let god?)
Viewpoint: Simplicity
Key Point: Strip away the excess thoughts and emotions, focusing on the core desire for peace and guidance.
More Wordy: The minimalist approach encourages the individual to simplify their understanding of the situation. By letting go of the unnecessary details and focusing on the core desire for peace and guidance, the individual can find clarity. The uncertainty about "how," the feeling of only having "half the fact," and the reference to "promise one" are all seen as potential clutter that can be stripped away. The writing is distilled to its essence, revealing the fundamental yearning for direction and surrender to a higher power.
Action Plan: Identify one thought or concern that feels overwhelming and consciously choose to let it go for today. Focus on your core desire for peace and guidance.
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