Things change.
When change becomes disorienting it may be a sign that our internal compass is set to the wrong reference point (admiration, pride, looking good, money, etc.) rather than the truth. When we allow circumstances to dictate our attitude (we're up when the business is up—we're down when the business is down), we've become a victim. Naturally, patients have little interest in consulting someone so unanchored!
If you find yourself in this pattern, it may be helpful to create a list of what you believe is true. Here's a head start:
The sun will rise tomorrow.
I can't control patients.
Income is an effect of my service.
Patients do the healing.
List as many as you can. Then test them with someone you trust. Do they stand up? When we align ourselves with the truth we are free to be a humble servant and have the faith to rise above petty circumstances that are constantly changing.
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