In the hustle and bustle of running a business, it’s easy to become consumed by control and ego, losing sight of the very reasons you chose the entrepreneurial path. As business owners, you often cling to the notion of control, believing that it will lead to success. However, true success lies in your ability to let go, live in the present moment, and make decisions from a place of clarity and intention.

A powerful Hindu invocation, “Lead us from the unreal to the real,” reminds us of the importance of grounding ourselves in reality. This principle is essential when it comes to making impactful decisions for your business and your life.

Consider the following story: You needed to carry two gallons of paint into your house. Instead of putting one down to open the door, you stubbornly tried to juggle both. As you struggled, you lost your grip, stumbled backward, and ended up covered in red paint. This story is a metaphor for our lives. Often, you refuse to put down your burdens, trying to manage everything at once. Your ego convinces you that you can do it all without compromise. But in reality, you must let go of what you carry to open new doors.

To break free from this cycle, you need to adopt a basic human sequence: gather information, prepare actions to take, consider what you need to put down, and then decide how you will enter and what you will enter with to lead to a successful conclusion. Reflect on how many times you’ve skipped this process in your own life and business. Instead of holding on tightly to everything, consider meditating on the thresholds you’re struggling to cross. Breathe steadily and examine if you’re carrying too much to open the door.

As you breathe out, visualize putting down your burdens one by one. With each exhale, let go of control and ego. Breathe freely now, and open the door to new opportunities. What do you see and feel? By living in the present moment and making space for what truly matters, you’ll find clarity and purpose in your decisions.

Incorporating this practice into your daily routine can transform not only your business but also your life. Embrace the power of the present moment, let go of unnecessary burdens, and unlock the success you’ve been striving for. You may need further assistance in learning to take the actions described in this blog so seek guidance from the founders of DTP Leadership Group and DTP Business Strategies by contacting us directly at jackalyn@dtpleadership.com or liz@dtpleadership.com. You can also contact us through our website, www.dtpleadership.com.