Dude Where’s My Car?

After a lovely long countryside walk with my dog, we turned back in the direction of my parked car to go home.As we turned the corner I couldn't see the car.
Things were peaceful and calm in my heart thanks to The Spirit.

But then my mind started, ‘What if the car’s been stolen?
What will I do?
Do I have my phone to call the Police?
How will I get back home?
Will I be on time to collect my daughter?

My heart was still peaceful and calm. Nothing to worry about, I thought, just ignore these stupid notions of car theft. If it is stolen, The Spirit would have made me aware and I’d have a terrible feeling in my chest.

But I struggled to eradicate the stupid unfounded incorrect thoughts and they took the joy out of the last leg of the walk.
Of course, the car was there, like The Spirit told me. But in that moment of weakness, my mind got the better of me.

Our minds can be the purveyor of pollution that kills joy, spreading fear and worry.
It truly can be our greatest enemy at times.

This was a simple lesson for me to learn from and be more disciplined in the future.

Thank You Spirit for showing me the way : )