We as human beings are typically living fairly high-paced,
high-stressed lives. With really no remote chance of even
slowing down. I mean there isn't much we wait for anymore
and if we do wait for it, it tends to cause a little stress.
But more importantly the little stresses of waiting, being
cut-off in traffic, listening to the news or even, well,
the list could go on and on. The point is, if we focus on
the dreary and negative sides to everyday life, things can
look pretty dismal. Unless, we choose to do something about
it. I would like to give a few suggestions on how we can deal
with negative thoughts.
This is something I sought out a number of years ago. This
has been the focal point of change in my life. My life was what
was described above and it seemed that was the way it was always
going to be.
What I learned, I learned through reading books, meditation and
through many of life's experiences. One of the things I have learned
is that our thoughts are very powerful and that they can be controlled
with a practice and meditation. When we do this we can become aware
of our thoughts and thought patterns. When we can do this we can put a
stop to our negative thoughts, or at least curb them from taking total
control of our mind. The key is to have enough awareness to shift your
thoughts from a negative mind frame to a positive mind frame in as little
time as possible. The main thing we want to do is stay in a positive
state of being. We don't want to lose our focus of staying in the moment
and being aware of our thoughts and feelings. We want to get right back
to thinking warm thoughts. For some, who may not be as advanced, here
are a few technique that work well. Before your day, have some Heartwarming
memories, thoughts of loved ones, a Tropical Paradise or just anything that
makes you feel great inside. Use these feelings or memories if you should
require a little pick me up throughout the course of the day if you find
yourself in a negative state of mind. One last one, it will work, smile
with an ear to ear grin for one full minute. This will definitely change
your mood. So here's to a more UPLIFTING day!
Darcy Dunkley
