Effortless Problem Solving: The Magic of Letting Go

Finding Peace Within: Trusting in the Power

There’s a line in the New Testament that says, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." The context is that Jesus was speaking to people who were concerned about necessities like food and clothing. He told them not to worry because if they focused on the kingdom of Heaven, everything else they needed would fall into place. 

This concept isn’t about religion or Christianity—it’s practical and quite magical. It implies that there’s a peaceful place within us where everything we need already exists. Our problems are already solved, and our needs are already met. 

To think about it another way, imagine an all-inclusive cruise. Once you’re on board, everything is included—food, drinks, entertainment, excursions. You don’t have to worry about anything extra. It’s all taken care of. Now, apply that same idea to the peaceful place within you. Whatever you need—money, healing, solutions to problems—it’s already there, in that inner space.

How to Activate The Mechanism for Effortless Problem Solving

I once had a teacher who described the "Kingdom of the Heavens" as an energy center located just behind your heart. She taught me that if you feel a gentle lift in that area, it can help activate that inner peace. You can try this during meditation or even when you're walking around and facing a challenge. Just focus on that little energetic lift behind your heart. It’s not a physical lift, but more of an energy lift. When you do this, you’ll notice things begin to relax. You’ll feel a sense of peace, and with that peace comes the understanding that your problems are solvable, your needs are met, and you don’t have to fight or struggle for it. You just have to accept it.

This can feel counterintuitive because we’ve been raised to believe that solving problems requires effort, hard work, and even struggle. And while hard work has its place, it’s not the method being described here. When you tune into that peaceful place within yourself, you let go of resistance and allow solutions to emerge naturally, often in ways that surpass your understanding.

Sometimes, effortless problem solving feels like "cheating." Your mind might question, "Why should I have it easy when so many others are struggling? Why do I deserve a solution when others don’t?" But the truth is, you do. Your problems have already been solved; the answers are available to you right now in that peaceful space. All you need to do is relax, let go of resistance, and allow the solution to come to you. It’s not about deserving—it’s simply about accepting what’s already available.

Our minds often get in the way of finding solutions because we think we must solve everything ourselves. This belief keeps us stuck. While we sometimes come up with solutions, they’re often not very effective. That’s because our minds are limited—they can’t always comprehend the solutions, which usually exist beyond what we can understand. 

When we take a step back and find a peaceful place within us, where the problems are already resolved, the solution can reveal itself. By removing ourselves from the equation and focusing on inner peace, the problem often resolves on its own. In this process, we might feel inspired to take specific actions, but even then, it’s essential to recognize that we didn’t create the solution ourselves—we simply followed direction. The ego, however, wants to take credit, insisting that if it didn’t make the solution, it doesn’t count. That’s the arrogance of the ego, always trying to claim ownership.

The Key to Effortless Problem Solving

When facing a problem, the key is to ask yourself, “What do I want?” At first, the answer might seem obvious—money, healing, or some other outcome. But these are just aftereffects. What you truly want is peace. That’s what the "kingdom of heaven" refers to: peace of mind. While it may seem underwhelming at first, true inner peace is far more profound than anything we can imagine. It’s all-encompassing and contains everything we truly desire.

Instead of searching for temporary fixes, we need to make peace our priority. When peace comes first, everything else naturally follows. Without it, we remain trapped in a cycle of solving one problem only for another to arise. It’s like playing a frustrating game of whack-a-mole when we try to solve problems without inner peace. This approach is inefficient and exhausting.

When we prioritize peace, we’re able to take actions that come from a calm and clear place, rather than from stress or overthinking. By focusing on peace, we create an environment where solutions can emerge naturally. This doesn’t mean we stop acting—it means the actions we take are intentional and effective. Acting from a place of stress often leads to exhaustion and little progress, but with peace as our foundation, we can move forward with clarity and purpose.

How many times have you found a solution only after giving up? You exhaust yourself searching, throw up your hands in frustration, and finally let go. Then, suddenly, in that moment of surrender—often after a good night’s sleep—the answer comes to you. This happens because you’ve stopped resisting peace and allowed yourself to be calm and open.

A Path to Solutions and Healing

The truth is, we don’t need to wait until we’re desperate to find peace. By prioritizing peace of mind above all else, solutions naturally emerge. When you choose to make peace your goal, no matter the situation, the path forward is already part of that decision. It’s comprehensive, like that all-inclusive cruise.

Your ego might push back against this idea. It might say, “This is irresponsible! You need to work harder! You can’t just sit around looking for peace!” It may try to make you feel guilty for prioritizing peace. But if you stay aware, quiet the noise in your mind, and listen to the calm, steady voice within, you’ll discover that peace always points you in the right direction.

When you focus on peace first, things often resolve themselves. Problems seem to fade away without requiring constant effort. For example, if you’re dealing with a health issue—a diagnosis, for instance—you don’t ignore it or pretend it’s not happening. Acknowledge it and understand the reality of the situation. Then, bring that problem into a state of peace. Relax your body, quiet your mind, and let the energy of peace take over.

This process reduces your resistance to the problem. As your resistance to the problem fades, your resistance to the solution also disappears. Problems and solutions are interconnected, and when you create space for peace, the solution can emerge naturally. If there are steps you need to take—like finding the right doctor—you’ll feel guided to do so, but without the tension and struggle. You naturally find the doctors and treatments that align best with your needs.

By focusing on peace, you activate powerful forces of healing and resolution. These forces can achieve more than stressing over the problem ever could. The ego might still try to fight back, telling you that you’re being uncaring, irresponsible, or asking, “Who are you to deserve a healing?” But think about it—has that critical voice ever truly helped you? Likely not. So let it play in the background while you learn to adjust its volume and listen instead to the calm voice of guidance within.

The Key to Solving Problems

When you let go of a problem and find peace, your job is to stop focusing on it. Worrying doesn’t solve anything—if it did, wouldn’t all your problems already be solved? Instead, focus on staying calm and peaceful throughout the day. If anxiety about the problem creeps back in, pause for a moment, close your eyes, and return to a state of peace.

Let peace do the work. Trust that the solution already exists and will naturally unfold when the time is right. Remind yourself: "My solution lies in peace. Peace has to be my priority. If I’m not peaceful, I’m contributing to the problem. If I am peaceful, the solution is already taking care of itself." You don’t need to worry. You’ll be guided toward any actions you need to take. And if you’re not guided to act, let it go. Don’t overthink it.

Once you release a problem to peace, it’s resolved. Let it go. When solutions naturally emerge, it’s important not to go back to the old habits of overthinking or forcing outcomes. Your ego might try to claim credit or dismiss the results as pure coincidence, but don’t buy into that. The truth is, the solution was already there the moment you prioritized peace. By letting go of resistance and trusting that calm space within you, you create the room for the answer to appear.

The solution lies in what’s unseen, and when you stop resisting, you no longer have to dwell on it—it’s already being handled. Your primary focus should be on finding and maintaining peace. When you do, the solution will naturally come to you.

The ego might try to convince you that this is denial, but it’s not. If you were in denial, you'd feel tense, suppressing or ignoring the problem. But here, you’re not suppressing anything. You acknowledge the problem, bring it into a state of peace, and allow that inner peace to take care of it. This happens beyond your conscious mind, beyond mental overthinking, and the ego’s need for control. When you trust that peace, the solutions emerge.

Letting Go and Letting Peace Solve It

You can’t deny it when it works because the problem gets solved. Of course, there's a lag between the moment you allow peace to work and the moment the solution manifests in your life. During this time, your job is to let go of the problem. Unless you're guided to take action, you need to trust the process. This requires some faith, and the first time you try it, it might feel like blind faith. But even in that uncertainty, you’ll notice you feel better, and that feeling is a vital sign. It shows that things are shifting on an invisible level. Feeling better isn’t just lovely; it’s an indicator that the solution is on its way, even if it hasn’t yet appeared in the physical world.

Your role during this time is to avoid overthinking or obsessing about the problem. Instead, keep your mind clear and your body at peace. If the problem resurfaces in your mind and you can’t let it go, return to that peaceful place within you by closing your eyes, focus on the lift behind your heart, and bring the problem into that peace again. Let it dissolve there. 

This isn’t about doing a ritual or spell to solve your problem only to return to worrying—it doesn’t work that way. The key is to maintain that sense of peace once you’ve found it. If you fall back into the same patterns that caused the issue, the problem will remain unsolved.

When Jesus said, "Seek first the kingdom of heaven," he also taught another powerful principle: "Resist not evil." This means don’t resist the problem. Resisting only creates more tension. Instead, relax into the situation, understand that peace is greater than the problem, and let go of resistance. When you stop resisting the problem, you automatically open yourself to the solution because the solution already exists. 

Trust the Process: Letting Solutions Unfold Naturally

To find peace and clarity, begin by sitting quietly and allowing a sense of calm to emerge within you. Focus on the lift behind your heart and bring your problem into that calm space. Acknowledge the problem without resistance, then relax and trust the solution to emerge. Once you’ve done this, your part is complete. You’ve planted the seed—now let it grow naturally.

If there’s something specific you need to do to help the solution along, it will become clear. If not, let it go and allow the problem to resolve itself. This process is meant to be peaceful, gentle, and effective. If it feels forced or stressful, then you’re not allowing the natural solution to unfold. Remember to step back and stop interfering. You’ve done your part—now let peace handle the rest. Soon enough, the problem will resolve itself, and you’ll see how it worked regardless of anything your ego had been telling you.

The key is to approach the problem with a sense of calm, prioritize peace, and let go of stress. When it’s time to act, the inspiration will come naturally—it will feel clear, uplifting, and energizing, like an exciting idea that sparks motivation. It won’t feel forced, overwhelming, or driven by fear. That’s how you can recognize your inner guide rather than your ego. Your inner guide is gentle and encouraging, offering ideas like, “What if you tried this?” or “Maybe it’s worth calling so-and-so.” It’s a gentle, thoughtful prompt rather than a frantic or harsh reaction.

The ego operates from fear, driving you to overthink, stress, or rush into action. Resist the urge to react from tension. Instead, make peace your priority. Bring your problem into that calm inner space, relax your mind and body, and stop resisting. Trust that the solution is already included in the peace you’re cultivating. The solution existed the moment the problem arose.

Your job is to let go of the problem and allow the solution to reveal itself. The less you interfere, the more naturally it will happen.

Thank you for spending time with me today. Until next time, blessed be.

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