In the Warriors Way system, as we venture deeper into the intricacies of our psyche and the narratives that drive our lives, we encounter a powerful tool – The Stack. As we’ve navigated through The Code and The Game of Fact Mapping, understanding our truths and journey framework, the Stack provides a mechanism to realign, recalibrate, and re-energize ourselves mentally and emotionally daily.
As warriors, every battleground we face, every opponent we encounter, and every challenge we take on are often manifestations of the tales we tell ourselves. Yes the greatest battle you will face on a daily basis will be the battle of the mind. It’s the whispers of doubt, the echoes of past failures, and the looming shadows of uncertainty. However, these thoughts and stories are malleable, and we possess the power to reshape them and reframe them to align with our greatest desires. There are four stages to the stack…
Stage #1 – STOP – The Interruption of Patterns…
Before any change can take root, one must first recognize its need. Stopping is about arresting the flow of automatic reactions, responses, and routines. It’s a conscious pause, an interruption of patterns that allows one to reassess and re-evaluate. Like a skilled warrior who recognizes when to halt an offensive to regroup, STOP is about reclaiming control daily of the mind and mastering self.
Stage #2 – SUBMIT – The Humility Before Truth…
With control regained, submission is not about defeat but acceptance. By taking a knee to the veracity of our Facts, Feelings, Focus, and Fruit, we bear witness to our current realities. This act is sacred, a communion with oneself and the divine. It’s a genuine acknowledgment of where we are versus where we want to be, creating a space for transformation.
Stage #3 – STRUGGLE – The Combat with Our Narratives…
Acceptance is only the beginning. With The clarity comes the real battle – the struggle to rewrite our internal narratives. Here, we wrestle with deeply entrenched beliefs and stories, challenging, questioning, and eventually rewriting them. It’s a tug of war, with the old resisting the new. Yet, through this struggle, our new tales emerge, stronger and aligned with our purpose. Along with the battle of narrative and negative thoughts we allow ourselves to clarify what we truly want and why we want it. The new stories we create in stacking are about empowering the want.
4. STRIKE – Actions Born from Renewed Narratives…
Having forged a new story that aligns with what you want, the time comes to breathe life into it through actions. The Strike is about taking decisive steps based on our rejuvenated narratives in the stack. It’s about making those tales tangible and resonating in our actions. This is where our new stories transition from mere thoughts to lived experiences and where revelation births results.
The STACK, in its essence, is a therapeutic journey with oneself. It’s a daily ritual, a profound engagement with one’s inner world, God, and the most intimate layers of thoughts, feelings, and desires. It’s a powerful testament to the belief – “Change your story, Change your life.”
As warriors, we understand that every slash of the sword, every move on the battlefield, is born from the heart and mind. With the Stack, we ensure that the heart and mind are aligned, ready, and purposeful.
So, as we harness the power of The Code, The Core and The Stack, let us remember that our mightiest weapon is the narrative we carry within, yes the stories you tell matter to your life. Over the next few chapters we will break down each stage into further detail.