“Some people think it’s holding on that makes one strong–sometimes it’s letting go.” ~Unknown
When I accepted a position with a small company, I thought I had found everything I wanted: challenging work in my field, flexible hours, laid-back atmosphere, and a short commute. My new job seemed to be perfect, but soon I realized it wasn’t. While I loved the kind of work I did, the “casual” atmosphere ended up being too casual. Hearing racy jokes and mocking comments became part of my workday. The jokes seemed to become more offensive as days went by. Then the gossip and criticism started. When I expressed how uncomfortable I felt, others called me “too sensitive.” I promised myself to develop a thicker skin and stick with the job. As time went by, my body started to show the effects of the negativity in my office. I had trouble sleeping and felt nauseous every morning on my way to work. I watched the clock several times a day, wishing for the day to speed up so I could finally go home. Continue reading. Originally posted on Tiny Buddha.
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Intention doesn’t always have to be big or about setting goals. Your intent may be to be the best friend, family member or co-worker you can be that day, or always for that matter. It’s really about working through a process that is fulfilling and satisfying from start to finish. Setting your intention with anything that you do is living life with purpose.
A recent study conducted by Harvard University shows that 84% of graduating MBA students did not have specific goals set for after graduating school. Fourteen percent said they had goals in mind but were not written down anywhere. And only 3% said they had goals and were actively pursuing them. Another study showed that an overwhelming 92% of our society do not pursue any aspirations and goals. That leaves the overwhelming majority of people with too much time on their hands. And you know what happens when people have too much time on their hands, they get into the business of knowing your business and will try to fix your problems instead of fixing their own, and how often have you used your time to fix other people’s problems instead of focusing on your own… continue reading. Originally posted on Collective Evolution. Many of us overthink things. The ego will latch onto comments, glances, situations, and outcomes, and replay them over and over in hopes of self-assurances and understanding.
Whether it's worrying about social situations, our self-worth, our future, our families’ health or anything else, overanalyzing situations is exhausting. We waste time overthinking. If you find yourself rereading text messages, overanalyzing situations, or replaying conversations in your mind, you could be preventing yourself from being happy. The more time we spend worrying about situations, the less room we have to focus on what is working and what we're happy about. If you're focusing on what’s not working in your life, try to focus your attention on what you're grateful for. Over the years I’ve made a conscious effort to clean up my thoughts, which means letting things be what they are, and trusting that everything happens for a reason. Continue reading. Originally posted on Mind,Body,Green. I recently posted a question on my Facebook page asking people
who'd suffered from depression to describe what it felt like so that those who'd never experienced it could understand it better. Here were the responses: 1. Depression is seeing no future, and no answer for any of the problems in your life. 2. When you have depression, nothing is enjoyable. Nothing can make you smile. 3. It feels like you're a ghost ... not a part of the real world. 4. It's like drowning ... except you can see everyone around you breathing. 5. Depression is a dark, inescapable place. It's like being locked in a room with no light, windows or door. It's so dark you can't even see your hands in front of your face let alone find a way out. 6. Depression is the inability to construct or envision a future. Continue Reading. Originally posted on Huffington Post. How often do you take time to simply play? Take a look at children at recess or in the neighbourhood park, and you'll notice the simple joy and freedom they exude as they run and play. Too often we lose this daily carefree playtime as we grow up.
Play involves a state of being in which we're engaged in fun, pleasurable activity. Although play may be perceived as unproductive, immature or trivial in adulthood, play can be beneficial for people of all ages. Taking a playful approach to life’s tasks is a great way to become more in touch with your inner spirit and reconnect with your true passionate purpose. When you cultivate a playful spirit, you may find that you can approach tasks in a more relaxed and focused manner and develop more creative and innovative solutions to problems. Continue reading. Originally posted on Mind,Body,Green. Having been relegated from the top tier to Serie B last season, Brazilian side Portuguesa now lie 2nd bottom, 11 points from safety.
Portuguesa haven’t won any of their last 8 matches and have two months to climb up the table to avoid relegation. In a desperate bid to stave off relegation , manager Vagner Benazzi has hired hypnotist Olimar Tesser after hearing about his successes elsewhere. Benazzi said “I don’t like to miss out on a good opportunity.” “I know what he has done and I want him to work with my players before our matches. “It was something that I decided due to the situation the club finds itself in.” Originally posted on 101 Great Goals. Most adults are aware of the health risks of smoking tobacco. Research shows that smoking may also have an affect on mental health. While the motivation for smoking varies from person to person, knowing why some people smoke may help those who want to stop.
The physical, or biological, elements of smoking deal with how the cerebral matter reacts to nicotine. As an individual smokes, nicotine hits the brain in about ten seconds. The first drags on tobacco can alleviate a mental funk and melancholy while improving attentiveness and the ability to focus. It also helps in decreasing displeasure and anxiety. It may also relax the muscles and dampen the appetite. Regular smoking and exposure to nicotine can lead to physical modifications in the brain. These changes, at the molecular level, lead to withdrawal when the nicotine level drops. Smoking again will temporarily reduce the symptoms of withdrawal, but it reinforces the habit. Continue reading. Originally posted on PsychCentral. Comfort zones are, well, comfortable. They're the cozy nooks of life — predictable and easy and snug. Like a cushy hotel room, hiding out in one can prove pretty tempting. But staying stuck will keep your life stagnant and your growth stunted.
Straying outside your comfort zone isn't easy, but risks and adventures and new experiences are what make this life worth living. Conquering new areas and endeavors can add hugely to your happiness. Here are five ways to expand your outlook, open yourself up to life and kick that pesky comfort zone to the curb: 1. Go to social gatherings, even when you don't feel like it. It's normal to want to retreat into a protective shell, particularly when you're feeling less than fantastic. But hibernating limits your outlook and experience, often trapping you in a mental loop of self-obsession and negativity. Staying home alone often leads you to drastically underestimate how much you'll enjoy going out and interacting with others. I'm not suggesting you force yourself to attend every cocktail party and baby shower (they won't all be winners), but pushing yourself to socialize is often a bridge to a better mood. Continue reading. Originally posted on Mind,Body,Green. During every conversation I have, I analyse everything about the other person. I'm looking at their eyes, watching body language, and listening for different keywords. I'm reading between the lines with each social interaction and never taking anything at face value. It's making life more difficult than it needs to be.
Writing for Lifehacker has taught me a lot about social interaction. I know how to watch for lies, read body language, and spot fallacies. These are useful tricks to have, but when I do it in every conversation, I overthink it. I got here because I've read (and written) so many articles about communication that I've over-hacked communication. Every problem has a scientifically proven formula for a desired outcome, right? Communication doesn't always work that way, though. I approach conversations like a mystery that needs to get solved because I've come to fancy myself as a kind of Sherlock Holmes grade armchair psychologist. If this sounds like you, I'm here to help you learn from my mistakes. I've come up with a set of guidelines for myself to keep this from happening. Continue reading. Originally posted on Lifehacker. “Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it. Always work with it, not against it. Make it your friend and ally, not your enemy.” ~Eckhart Tolle
Have you ever had a big financial expense knock you down? I had one of those situations hit me many years ago. I had just gone through a tough break-up, was experiencing regrets about my career choice, and was also struggling to get on my feet financially. I was feeling beat down and decided to try to lift myself up by getting my finances in better shape. I was able to cut some expenses and, over the next few months, was able to tuck away some extra money in a savings account. I was starting to feel a little giddy about my newfound ability to save. Then, my car broke down. No! I can’t afford a major expense right now. Why can’t I catch a break? I stood up on shaky legs, and that mean old universe kicked me right back down again, like I belonged there or something. I started evaluating my options. Continue reading. Originally posted on Tiny Buddha. |
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