The Inner Voice to Let Things Be

Making progress is an essential life aspect. And as such, incorporating proper plans and routine activities into one’s life is critical in supporting the realization of the desired progress. In the recent past, there has been an evident rise in the phrase “Trust the Process.”

As simple as it seems, the saying holds significant power, and with its daily demands, its application can influence positive outcomes.

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Despite the common usage, can one openly say that we should believe in their words and have faith when they say, “Trust the Process?” The onset of the phrase is sometimes attributed to the Philadelphia 76ers NBA team and other past authors who have documented the concept.

Nonetheless, its usage primarily means that “things may look bad now, but we have a plan in place to make them better.”

At the core of this statement are vital aspects needing profound understanding, i.e.;

Things look bad now,

We have a plan in place,

To make [things] better,

Based on this simplified phrase, can we openly and vividly conclude that we should continue to “Trust the Process?” This phrase supports the need to live a purpose-based life rather than everyday living without applying tools to better outcomes.

Phase # 1: “Things look bad now”

First, there is the understanding of the bad cases, weaknesses, and failures, or sometimes complications in life, currently facing us. However, understanding these issues is key to shifting energy towards realizing better outcomes rather than inherent denial.

“Trust the Process” must be accompanied by actions, and the culmination of all these simple actions has the power to contribute to overall positive outcomes with massive implications.

The shift from bad to better starts with understanding the problem and making an in-depth decision toward getting better. If denial arises, this can affect our ability to improve and apply measures in our daily lives to lead to better outcomes.

Challenges exist [and this can sometimes be very frustrating]. However, our power lies in dealing with these problems and having an attitude that sees the future as better. It is a one-step at a time toward improvement.

Phase # 2: “We have a plan in place”

Reaching your goal is influenced by multiple factors, and one entails devising plans that will supplement this process and effectively contribute toward attaining the specified objectives.

This is the power of planning, whether daily, monthly, or annually. Given the issue or bad situation mentioned in Phase #1, listing the underlying problem and the causal factors and documenting what needs to be done helps shift from the “bad” situation and realize better outcomes. This is a vital part of the process, and devising an in-depth plan can make this process faster.

Planning is pivotal, so having a plan within a plan is also a good idea. One quote that helps depict the need for better planning and preparing for any eventualities that will undoubtedly arise comes from Moltke the Elder. As an expert in the battling field, there is realizing that uncertainties exist, so developing options for adoption during the war is essential. The quote goes like this

"No Plan Survives First Contact With the Enemy" - Helmuth von Moltke.

Bad situations arise. And issues will likely occur that will adversely affect the developed plan. As humans, realizing this likelihood helps us be prepared for any problem and thus act accordingly. I am not saying that each time, factors will hinder the plan.

As a rational person, I say that preparing for the best while considering any uncertainties is essential. In shifting from the dire situation in Phase #1, there is a need to follow a plan and ensure it goes through.

This is essential in realizing the outcome of Phase #3 (“To make [things] better”), which forms the epitome of happiness and satisfaction.

Phase #3: “To make [things] better”

Plans must be based on realizing specific outcomes; otherwise, there is no rational reason for taking time towards the planning process. As seen from Phase # 1, as life might bring things into our lives, they become or seem “bad.” We have massive control over some of these things, some moderate power, while others may seem that we have entirely no control.

These are the aspects of life and what makes life what it is. In the third phase, realizing how things are bad and adopting a well-designed plan make it possible to recognize a better outcome.

Things are bad, YES. Things are challenging, YES. Things are not as we wish. YES. All the cases and the different YES, YES, and YESES make the traditional livelihoods.

Although the scenarios arise, it is good to understand that if you accept how things are “BAD” and then take time to document an elaborate “PLAN,” there is the potential to get better outcomes.

Stand still. Look into the future. Take a picture. Now we work on creating that great future, step by step.

At the end of the “Trust the Process,” there is the aspect of “Making Things Better.” Hence, this final aspect supports the need to have faith, apply plans and measures to lead to better outcomes, and follow through with actions that support the overall results.

Let Us Live as We Trust the Process

I believe we all have the power to “Trust the Process.” By doing so, we need to attach positive outcomes to the phrase.

Making the shift towards better starts with our attitude and recognizing our bad aspects, and this needs to be supplemented with an efficient plan that must be followed to the end.

It is evident that, as we live, it is not always possible to have a smooth flow when faced with bad scenarios in life. Overall, exhibiting an optimistic mind and growing oneself with each opportunity helps improve outcomes.

Ultimately, “The Process Trusts Us” to see things through. Always.

Trust in the process of personal improvement, for it is through facing challenges, learning from mistakes and persisting through struggles that we truly grow and become our best selves.