Cem Hurturk
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Letting Go of Control: Trusting the Flow

Letting Go of Control: Trusting the Flow

Life is an intention and surrender dance. Trying too hard creates more resistance than progress.

The Control Paradox

Trying to control every aspect of life creates unnecessary friction. The more you push the more the universe pushes back. This isn’t about passive acceptance but strategic alignment and relaxed action.

3 Principles of Effortless Achievement

Set Your Intention

Define your goal clearly. Be specific about what you want to achieve. Your intention is the compass not the journey itself.

Take Action

Do the work without attachment. Do actions that naturally move you towards your goal but without obsessive energy. Each step should feel light and purposeful.

Release and Trust

After setting intention and taking action let go completely. Detach from outcomes. This doesn’t mean stop caring but stop controlling. Allow life’s natural momentum to carry you forward.

The Physics of Personal Growth

Just like in physical systems human endeavors have inherent resistance. Forcing creates friction. Flowing creates movement. Your energy determines the ease of your journey.

Balance is the Answer

Too much focus creates tension. Some focus creates progress. The sweet spot is between effort and ease, between intention and surrender. Remember: Life unfolds best when you nudge it not when you clutch it.

My Random Thoughts

It’s Not About The Outcome

It’s Not About The Outcome

Most people don’t achieve their dreams because they focus on the outcome. Like Neo trying to bend the spoon in The Matrix, the more we try to force the result, the more it slips away. When we focus on the end goal we create mental barriers that make it feel impossible.

11/4/2024
Embracing Inversion: How Charlie Munger’s Wisdom Transformed My Approach to Goal-Setting

Embracing Inversion: How Charlie Munger’s Wisdom Transformed My Approach to Goal-Setting

As the year draws to a close, it’s a tradition for many of us, myself included, to reflect on our aspirations and set goals for the new year. We often set ambitious targets like losing 20 kilos, becoming wealthy, or earning an extra $100,000.

12/29/2023
How to be in control of your life and achieve your goals

How to be in control of your life and achieve your goals

Since mid 2019, I’ve been using the “time block” approach in my life. I can’t express how helpful it is in keeping me on track towards my goal, removing bluriness, and keeping me productive and focused.

3/18/2023