Alan Watt’s “backwards law”

Have you ever heard of Alan Watt’s “backwards law”?

It’s the idea that pursuing something only reinforces the fact we lack it in the first place.

As business leaders and entrepreneurs, we’re so often accustomed to preparing for every move we make—taking the maximum necessary measurements to ensure our success while mitigating any potential risks—that we often miss out on the most precious opportunity of all: Awareness of the present moment.

But when we live in this state of control, worrying about all the things that might go wrong, we hinder ourselves from developing a narrower focus, which actually expands our periphery to be able to see the road ahead.

In my most recent article for Rolling Stone, I share how taking a no-distractions, intentional trip gave me the chance to connect even more deeply to my creativity, resilience, and adaptability as an entrepreneur.

A special shout-out to Chris McIntyre, CEO of EagleRider, for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company ride of a lifetime!

If you like motorcycles, mantras, or meditations as much as I do, this one’s for you.