The Three Fingers Pointing Back
When We React, Who Are We Really Pointing At?
So how was your work week last week? Mine was pretty good—considering all that’s been going on in my life. I remember walking into the office, and one of my staff members was having tech issues. Now, let me warn you upfront: I did not handle this the best way. But I also want to tell you that I made it right—or at least, I think I did.
A Moment of Truth
So what happened, Christian? Get to the point—I’m on my break reading this.
Fair enough. Like I said, one of my staff members was struggling with a tech issue. It was something simple, but it irritated me to no end. Why?
Because this particular program I oversee has had tons of tech problems this season.
Because many of the problems are simple fixes, yet I—not the tech guy in the building—am the one everyone calls when something goes wrong.
Anywho… I snapped.
I know. Not my finest moment.
I said—well, what I said isn’t important. But mid-snapping (is that even proper English?), I knew I wasn’t right. I knew what I was dealing with had little to nothing to do with tech or my employee. This was an inside job. And that’s when it hit me:
What I was looking at, I was also looking with.
This was my moment to turn inward and see what was misaligned in me.
So I did.
The Three Fingers Pointing Back
What I found was that I was overwhelmed—by family situations, work, my business, and everything going on in the world. I had let it consume me. And in that moment, I reacted instead of responding. That wasn’t my intent. I had walked into the office with the right heart, but those triggers—whew!
Have you ever been there?
That’s okay.
Zoe has too.
Zoe’s Lesson in Inner Awareness
In our newest book, "Heaven and Earth" releasing later this month, Zoe finds herself in a meeting with her staff. They’re frustrated, pointing fingers, blaming others for their challenges. And Zoe snaps.
She asks them:
Has any of you taken the time to look within and see what your part is in all of this?
Let that sit for a beat.
…
If I can quote Zoe’s spiritual guide, Ori:
“It’s the same energy, isn’t it?” Ori said. “The same cycle of distraction—judgment, division, blame. The world is caught in a loop of trying to fix the external while ignoring the internal.”
Zoe’s eyes widened. “I just did the same thing in that meeting. I got distracted by their frustrations instead of guiding them toward inner awareness.”
Ori smiled. “Exactly. And the moment you saw it, you took your power back.”
The good news? Zoe gets it right. And guess what? I had the same revelation after I wrote the book!
What About You?
So, what does all of this mean for you?
Three Fingers Pointing Back: A Self-Check for Inner Awareness
Next time you find yourself reacting—frustrated, snapping, or pointing the finger—pause.
Then ask yourself:
What am I actually feeling? Is it really about the situation, or is something deeper at play?
What is this moment revealing about me? Is there a pattern, fear, or pressure I need to acknowledge?
How can I shift from reaction to alignment? What response would reflect my highest self?
Because here’s the truth: Every time we point one finger at someone else, three fingers are pointing back at us.
And that’s not a bad thing—it’s a powerful invitation.
A Week of Higher Awareness
This week, may we all pause before reacting. May we see our frustrations as reflections, our triggers as teachers, and our reactions as opportunities for inner elevation.
May good, great, and awesomeness continue to flow to and through you all week long.
Blessings,
Christian F. Johnson