Wednesday - The Law of Least Effort

Photography by William Walther
WjW Photography

“Nature’s intelligence functions with effortless ease… with carefreeness, harmony, and love. And when we harness the forces of harmony, joy, and love, we create success and good fortune with effortless ease.” ~ Deepak Chopra

We practice the Law of Least Effort on Wednesdays. It is one of everyone’s favorite laws from the book Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra.  Deepak tells us, “Do less, accomplish more, do nothing and accomplish everything.” This is what happens when we meditate. When we meditate we do less.  We can’t meditate effectively if we are putting a lot of effort into it.  Meditation is the greatest tool we have to be effortless.
 
We have been conditioned all of our life to put as much effort into everything that we do to be successful.  We hear the declarations of “No pain, No Gain.”  However, through a yoga, meditation and mindfulness practice, I have learned that the complete opposite is true. I achieve so much more when I practice the yoga positions (asanas) by listening to my body and moving with strength, ease and grace. I have a more meaningful day when I go with the flow and don’t resist what is happening and practice acceptance.
 
This law reminds us to look at nature – nature doesn’t try, the sun doesn't try to shine, it shines and the flowers don’t try to bloom, they bloom – it is their intrinsic nature – it happens spontaneously. Just like your hair grows without you trying make it grow. Today is the day to enjoy the effortlessness flow of life. A life aligned with the laws of nature is not only easier; it brings love, creativity, and bliss into the forefront.
 
Wednesday is the day I pull back - it is the pattern interrupt day. I accept the moment as it is and surrender.  On Wednesdays I don’t struggle - it is the day to I give myself a break and let go of negative self-talk. I don't impose my will on others. I don't prove myself right, defend my position, or assert myself on Wednesdays. I let go of the ego’s need to be right.
 
The mantra for the Law of Least Effort is “Om Daksham Namah” which translates to “My actions achieve maximal benefit with minimal effort .” The affirmations for success are:

• I practice acceptance
• I take responsibility for my actions
• I establish my awareness is defenselessness

Do you ever practice acceptance for the things that happen in life?

How can you practice the Law of Least Effort on Wednesdays?