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10 Ways to Take Control Of Your Life

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Many of us in today's society develop negative thinking patterns
because we become frustrated by our challenges  and frequent
feelings of being overwhelmed. This negative outlook then makes
it even more difficult for us to face those challenges, let alone
overcome them and move forward.

Practising positive thinking allows us to focus on our strengths
and accomplishments, resulting in increased  happiness and
motivation. This, in turn, allows us to spend more time making
progress, and less time feeling  claustrophobic or depressed.

The following tips provide practical suggestions for you to help
you shift into more positive thinking patterns:

1. Take Good Care of Yourself
Positive thoughts and attitudes become much easier when you are
eating well, participating in exercise, and  getting enough
rest.

2. Remind Yourself of the Things You Are Grateful For
The impact of stresses and challenges will appear less drastic
when you are constantly reminding yourself of the things that are
going right in life. Taking just 60 seconds a day to stop and
appreciate the good things will make a huge difference to your
attitude.

3. Look for the Proof Instead of Making Assumptions
A fear of not being liked or accepted sometimes leads us to
assume that we know what others are thinking, but  our fears are
usually only our perception and not reality. If you have a fear
that a friend or family member's bad mood is due to something you
did, or that your co-workers are secretly gossiping about you
when you turn your back, speak up and ask them. Don't waste your
time or energy worrying that you did something wrong unless you
have proof that there is something to worry about. You actually
have no idea what has caused their mood or irritability. More
often than not, it is something totally alien to you.

4. Refrain from Using Absolutes
Have you ever told a partner or colleague "You're ALWAYS late!"
or complained to a friend "You NEVER call me!"? Do you hear
yourself saying "I'm always useless" or "I'll NEVER be able to
get it right". Thinking and speaking in absolutes like 'always'
and 'never' makes the situation seem worse than it is, and
programs your brain into believing that certain people, including
yourself, are incapable of delivering.

5. Detach From Negative Thoughts
Your thoughts can not hold any power over you if you don't judge
them. If you notice yourself having a negative thought, detach
from it, acknowledge it, and then let it go. Don't follow it.

6. Squash the "ANTs"
In his book "Change Your Brain, Change Your Life," Dr. Daniel
Amen talks about the acronym "ANTs" - Automatic  Negative
Thoughts. These are the bad thoughts that are usually
reactionary, like "Those people are laughing,  they must be
talking about me," or "The boss wants to see me? It must be bad!"
When you notice these thoughts, realise that they are nothing
more than ANTs and squash them! They deliver far more harm than
good to your behaviour.

7. Practice Lovin', Touchin' & Squeezin' (Your Friends and
Family)
You don't have to be an expert to know the benefits of a good
hug. Positive physical contact with friends, loved ones, and even
pets, is an instant pick-me-up, and a fine dose of positivity.
One research study on this subject had a waitress touch some of
her customers on the arm as she handed them their bills. She
received higher tips from these customers than from the ones she
didn't touch!

8. Increase Your Social Activity with Like Minded People
By increasing social activity, you decrease loneliness. Surround
yourself with healthy, happy people, and their  positive energy
will affect you in a positive way! Mixing with like-minded people
is a must. Those that put you down or do not agree with your
choices will only drag you down and under!

9. Volunteer for an Organisation, or Help another Person
We all feel uplifted after helping another. You can volunteer
your time, your money, or your resources. The more positive
energy you put out into the world, the more you will receive in
return.

10. Use Pattern Interrupts to Combat Rumination
If you find yourself ruminating, a great way to stop it is to
interrupt the pattern and force yourself to do  something
completely different. Rumination is like hyper-focus or being
engrossed on thoughts of negativity. It is never productive,
because it's not rational or solution-oriented, but a case of
excessive worry. Try changing your physical environment - go for
a walk, a swim or sit outside. You could also call a friend, pick
up a book, or turn on some music.

It is now time to put 'you' first. Follow the ten tips above to
gain control of your life, and begin achieving  what you desire.

It will take courage to face challenges, but break your goals
down into smaller steps and you will find so much  more happiness
and success in your life. We are human, we are imperfect but why
should we be caught up in some  emotion such as stress?

Love yourself, love who you are and love your life. Don't let
your life control you as you are in the driver's seat. You are in
control, so it is up to you to make the most of your time on this
planet. Don't waste a single moment. Take control of your life
now with positive thinking.

Danette Hibberd Wellness Coach NLP
Practitioner Speaker Author - From Flutter to Fly,
Inspirational Quotes to transform you. Free e-course - 7
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