Tips for Stress free life > Expert Zone > Positive Attitude
Positive Attitude Tips by experts
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
Tips for Stress free life > Expert Zone > Positive Attitude Positive Attitude Tips by experts |
|
|
|
|
Positive Thoughts and Words
You want to change your self-care habits and you can't seem to do it. Or, you realize that changing your self-care habits might be a good idea but you just can't seem to get on board and be sold on the idea. Maybe the words that you're thinking and saying are getting in your way. Let's look at an example. You joined a gym and paid for the whole year. It's yours for the taking. Today is the day you'll go. What kind of thoughts might stop you? - I might do the exercises wrong - I'm fine the way I am, I don't need to go to the gym - I have too much else to do - I'll never be thin/healthy/strong so why bother - I'll go tomorrow So what can you do? Whatever you say or think about yourself is what will come true - choose what that will be! Rick Carson, who wrote the wonderful self-help book "Taming your gremlin", says, "a belief is just an opinion to which you've developed loyalty." Wow, if that's true, then you can challenge and even change your beliefs! I've decided that it's true - how about you? How to choose your words and thoughts more powerfully 1. Notice that your thoughts come and go and that you choose whether or not to pay attention to them. Play with how much you pay attention to them. When negative thoughts come up, try to purposefully "think positively" and tell yourself the opposite. 2. Instead of thinking and talking about what you DON'T want or what you DON'T like, focus your energies on the opposite. What DO you want? What DO you like? Have gratitude and appreciation when those things appear in your life and you will easily attract more of them. 3. Listen for when you say the word "but" - especially at the beginning of a sentence. Notice what happens when you replace it with "AND". There are many things that can be true at any given time. When you say AND instead of BUT you're opening your mind to other truths. 4. Dr. Daniel G. Amen, author of "Change your brain, change your life", cautions negative thinkers to think before giving an "automatic no". He suggests taking a few deep breaths and deciding if this is what you truly want to say. For instance, if someone invites you to coffee, and you're staring at a pile of work, your inclination might be to say, "no, I don't have time for that." Stay with it for a moment - what would the payoff be of accepting the invitation? Maybe you will be more energized and motivated to finish your work once you've done something enjoyable. 5. Notice which words & thoughts seem to limit you and keep you from improving your self-care habits, and which ones seem to motivate and encourage you. Which ones get in your way and which ones expand your belief about what's possible? 6. Notice the impact of your chosen words on the people you are talking to and spending time with. 7. Notice how your self-care habits affect your mood and your ability to think positively. I know that if I don't eat balanced, healthy meals that are timed evenly throughout the day, or if I don't get enough sleep, I'm bound to get caught in some negative thinking that I have to consciously find my way out of. So talk back to your negative thoughts: - I might do the exercises wrong I can ask for help - I'm fine the way I am, I don't need to go to the gym I'm fine and I will be even better when I'm taking better care of myself - I have too much else to do Yes, and if I practice self-care I will be healthy and strong enough to do more things that I enjoy - I'll never be thin/healthy/strong so why bother Every minute at the gym takes me closer to my goal - I'll go tomorrow YES! And today as well (c) Linda Dessau, 2005. Linda Dessau, the Self-Care Coach, is the author of "The Everyday Self-Care Workbook". To find out more about the book, or to receive one of her free monthly newsletters, visit http://www.genuinecoaching.com/resources.html
MORE RESOURCES: See the complete list of Articles on Motivation here Have a look at Best Selling Books on Motivation
See also : Other articles on
Depression,
Grief-loss,
Elder Care
Relationships
Why not be an expert yourself ? If you can write on
any of the above topic, you are welcome to submit your Submit
your article here |
 |
|
|
RELATED ARTICLES
Top Ten Ways to a More Positive Outlook on Winter Year after year I find more and more individuals saying to me that they were still waiting for the warm temperatures to arrive one more time before the snow comes. In many ways these individuals did not have a very positive outlook on the arrival of the winter season. Feeling Grouchy? Heres What to Do I woke up this morning feeling sour.No. Lifes Curveballs Do you realize how good you have it? Yes, everyone has problems, but it could be worse than what it is now. Yes, everyone has a bad day or two, but it could be worse. You Are A Winner! You are already a winner, and so am I.Although you may not consider it to be the case, there was a time when both you and I were at the absolute peak of our physical capacity. Mastering Mindfulness: A Thinkers Ode to Meditation I'm lucky.When I was fifteen, I was the sole survivor in one of those horrific car accidents involving a bunch of teens, lots of alcohol, and late-night fast driving. Quick Tips On Making Change Work For You Facing a change and want to make it work for you?Edward W. Smith, motivational speaker, author and TV show host, who specializes in quick tips on how to move your life ahead even faster, offers the following advice. Penury Perpetuates Poverty So.. Forget Positive Thinking There are always explanations for why things to you or others. Even though you might not understand why. Anger: The Power is On! When you feel lost and confused, it is easy to give your power to anyone who appears on your doorstep -- a coach, a counselor, even a good friend or relative. People in transition, who are seeking direction, are especially vulnerable to anyone who offers help. Personal Assignments for Great Self-Esteem Do you wish you had high self-confidence? Some of us go through our life fighting against that feeling that we are just 'not good enough'. We convince ourselves that we don't matter and that we don't deserve to amount to anything?. Just Another Day During a Messenger chat session the other day, I asked a fellow how his day was going. "S. Let Go of Resentment Maureen worked in an office with twenty other people, processing checks. She didn't particularly like her job, but she didn't particularly dislike it either. How Much Better Can You Have It? "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Positive Mental Attitude 1. Smile2. A Rain Secret To Change Your Mind Heard of a raindance? It is a ritual used by native shamen to influence the heavens. It is a bit like bending spoons, you have to believe in something that goes against your normal perceptions of reality. Teens And Positive Living If you are a parent, it is up to you to keep your children positive. It is up to you to contribute to not only their physical well being, but also their emotional well being. Improve Your Relationships Instantly Discover how easy it is to improve your relationships. The following relationship advice will encourage people to help you willingly and cheerfully. Self-esteem: Does It Really Matter? Some people are full of confidence and able to meet even the most difficult challenge with an air of authority. A good level of self-esteem is essential for us to function successfully in our professional and personal lives. First Aid For The Soul A Model of the dysfunctional, unconscious human psyche.A way through, from confusion to consciousness. Why Motivational Posters Arent Cheesy! I don't want to say people are basically negative but?..
|
|
You are here |
|
| Positive-attitude Tips Home | Positive-attitude Tips - Complete list | |
|
| Main Home | | Meditation Corner | |
|
|
| Recommend us | |
|
[About
us] [Contact] [Privacy
Policy]
Copyright 2006, Meditation
is Easy.com, All
rights reserved
