Taking Control.
How things are viewed, and ultimately perceived, can make a great difference to both health and happiness. It is well known that the example of stating an opinion, on if one thinks the glass is half full or half empty, can separate optimists from the pessimists.
In a wider context an acquaintance who regularly bemoans constant business and private problems to me, recently spoke of the problems in their life. In an effort to help, I made what I believed to be a constructive suggestion to alleviate the situation, but the problem solving option was promptly discarded by them. It is clear to me, I am more often than not, only helping by listening and a solution to the problems is not always the point of the conversation.
The other day I came across a tip of life changing proportions and all of that, in a simple five word sentence. Take being happy for example, all you have to do, is act on it. So, to be something, act something out.
People can be demonstrating this mind over body technique all the time, without even realising it. In the morning they may feel not quite as refreshed as usual, so the subconscious thought is I am not well and they start reinforcing the original subconscious feeling into actions of not being well. However if the conscious mind had taken charge and noted the positives, prioritising the good over the bad and the potential for achievement, all of these aspects can have a significant influence on one’s overall state of wellbeing.
It is all too easy to let one’s nerves fray and temper unravel at times of distress. Take for example many incidents of road rage which can manifest from misunderstanding. When driving the car and some other driver starts flashing their lights, if one stops to take a moment to appraise the situation, it could avert a bigger problem. It could be for some well intentioned reason, such as one may have forgotten to switch the cars lights on. Before acting negatively, even if one feels stressed, do not let it get the better of the situation. Try the counting to ten slowly and breathing method of deep breaths inhaled through the nose and exhaled through the mouth, all of which will help to lower the anxiety levels and probably the blood pressure too!
If a particular situation seems like it is getting out of control, then assert as much positive action reinforcement into it, as possible. Engaging in a proactive task can reduce stress and perhaps bring about a successful or positive result as a consequence. Remember that an individual’s influence can matter and whatever comes about can be because of what has been put into it. There is a lot to be gained from understanding the positive attributes of control and taking up the right measures to enhance what it can achieve.
In a wider context an acquaintance who regularly bemoans constant business and private problems to me, recently spoke of the problems in their life. In an effort to help, I made what I believed to be a constructive suggestion to alleviate the situation, but the problem solving option was promptly discarded by them. It is clear to me, I am more often than not, only helping by listening and a solution to the problems is not always the point of the conversation.
The other day I came across a tip of life changing proportions and all of that, in a simple five word sentence. Take being happy for example, all you have to do, is act on it. So, to be something, act something out.
People can be demonstrating this mind over body technique all the time, without even realising it. In the morning they may feel not quite as refreshed as usual, so the subconscious thought is I am not well and they start reinforcing the original subconscious feeling into actions of not being well. However if the conscious mind had taken charge and noted the positives, prioritising the good over the bad and the potential for achievement, all of these aspects can have a significant influence on one’s overall state of wellbeing.
It is all too easy to let one’s nerves fray and temper unravel at times of distress. Take for example many incidents of road rage which can manifest from misunderstanding. When driving the car and some other driver starts flashing their lights, if one stops to take a moment to appraise the situation, it could avert a bigger problem. It could be for some well intentioned reason, such as one may have forgotten to switch the cars lights on. Before acting negatively, even if one feels stressed, do not let it get the better of the situation. Try the counting to ten slowly and breathing method of deep breaths inhaled through the nose and exhaled through the mouth, all of which will help to lower the anxiety levels and probably the blood pressure too!
If a particular situation seems like it is getting out of control, then assert as much positive action reinforcement into it, as possible. Engaging in a proactive task can reduce stress and perhaps bring about a successful or positive result as a consequence. Remember that an individual’s influence can matter and whatever comes about can be because of what has been put into it. There is a lot to be gained from understanding the positive attributes of control and taking up the right measures to enhance what it can achieve.
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