cheers..............
Saturday, December 31, 2016
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Tips to Avoid Unwanted Thoughts
Unwanted thoughts are like dark clouds in the sky that hides the bright sun. It keeps irritating like a grain of sand in eye. The thought keeps coming again and again, and it will be very difficult to concentrate on other things unless that thought is paid attention.
The more you allow the negative thoughts in your mind the more your life becomes negative and this negativity becomes a pattern or habit of your life.
You have the power in your mind to scatter that dark clouds and bring back the blue sky in your life. Then your day becomes bright and beautiful.
Some inner work on your part can bring great changes in you rlife. However, if negativity is deeply rooted in you will be needing professional help.
Below are given some simple tips you can follow at your end to bring back the blue sky bright and sunny.
Smile more often
When you are angry or feeling depressed, look at a mirror and force a smile on your face. Smiling sends blood and oxygen to your face and brings the feel good factor. This will help change the mood and relieves stress.
Seek the company of positive people
When you are stuck amongst negative thoughts, it is better to be in the company of positive people. Their positive energy will have a positive impact on you and will relieve you from stress.
Avoid talking about the thoughts
When you are in a problem, do not talk about that problem. This will increase the power of the negative thought or the problem. Change the mind and engage it in some positive works like listening to music.
Do not behave like a victim
Dont behave or act like a victim of the situation. Instead, take charge of the situation. No one can make you feel bad or acts like a victim unless you allow so. Happiness is your right.
Affirmations
Use affirmations to change your mood and have positive attitude. Affirmations are powerful sentences that can have a great impact on the mind.
Following one or all of the above given tips, will help you instantly to come out of your unwanted thoughts. However, professional help can help you much further.
This article was originally published on Practo Health Feed by Dr. Lakshmi T Rajan, Psychologist
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
5 Things You Can Do Daily to Be Stress-Free
Modern
life is full of stress. Deadlines at work, things to do at home. We are
forever involved in fixing things. No matter how much we fix, something
new is always waiting to be resolved.
In the midst of all this, we forget to really enjoy the little things of life. Like reallyrelaxing,
with nothing to worry about. Or having a good laugh with family or
friends. Or just doing something small and silly for the sake of doing
it!
Being stress-free is a goal that can be achieved. Here are five things to do daily to be more at ease:
- Let go. As we go on in life, we tend to accumulate lots of useless things. The most harmful of these are negative emotions, such as anger, resentments, envy and suspicion. We must learn to let go of these for the sake of our serenity. Letting go is a spiritual exercise and requires practice.
- Stay active. Todays lifestyle invites us to remain lazy TV, couches, elevators, pick-up taxis, order-at-home meals. We must ensure that there is movement. Skip the lift and take the stairs. Walk whenever possible. On weekends, go to the neighborhood park for a stroll. Get a treadmill and use it.
- Eat healthy. Avoid junk food and fizzy drinks. Reduce intake of sugar. Eat more veggies and fruits. And drink plenty of water. Remember, you are what you eat, so eat healthy.
- Connect with friends and family. Emotional and social connections are good for our well-being. Exchange gifts, ideas, spend time with those you care for. Connections give us an opportunity to share our lives with others and that creates meaningful bonds that nurture our inner being.
- Have some me time.While staying connected with others is important, it is equally important to spend time with yourself, alone. Get to know yourself. Meditation is a good way to discover your inner self. If you are comfortable with yourself, youll be comfortable with others.
These
are easy and really effective ways to bring some serenity into your
life. If you are less stressed, you can spread cheer around you so that
others love your company too!
This article was originally published on Practo Health Feed by Ms. Raisa Luther, Psychotherapist
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Some Positive Practices to Start Doing for Yourself Right Now
We’ve all heard the saying, “Life is short,” but what does it really mean? In terms of length, the literal meaning is true. Life is short, and it passes us by before we know it. From a philosophical standpoint, “Life is short” means that we should enjoy life. We shouldn’t waste our precious time on negative, self-negligent actions or thoughts. Instead, we should strive to create a positive environment. An environment full of positive, self-loving practices that keep our inner spirit soaring.
Practice #1 – Smile
Did you know that every time you smile, your body releases endorphins? Not sure what endorphins are and why they’re a positive thing?
Endorphins are hormones secreted in the nervous system and brain, They cause feelings of excitement and satisfaction.
The simple act of smiling, and the subsequent release of these “feel-good” chemicals, has notable benefits for both your health and your happiness.
Practice #2 – Be Gracious
It is important to remember just how lucky you are in your life. We tend to forget that there are others less fortunate than us. But, when you practice gratitude, it makes you feel great realizing the fortune all around you.
Practice #3 – Go Outside
One of the best things you can do for your body and mind is to get outside and take in all that nature has to offer. Spending five minutes outside when the stress of your day becomes overwhelming is the best medicine you can take. Many a study has uncovered the benefits of nature on the human body.
Practice #4 – Feel your Emotions
Don’t ignore your emotions. It’s easy to do, especially when the emotions we’re feeling aren’t positive, happy ones. However, not allowing yourself to feel those feelings can leave you feeling irritated. The best thing to do is realize you’re feeling those emotions for a reason and allow them to run their course.
All of us have at least one toxic person in our lives. This person doesn’t have our best interest at heart, and they have a negative outlook on everything. If you have someone like that in your life, it might be time to weed this person out of it. There’s no room in a positive outlook for toxic people.
Practice #5 – Give Yourself a Little TLC(Tender Loving Care)
Take some time periodically to treat yourself. You, of all people, deserve it. Spend a couple hours at the spa, go out to your favorite restaurant, or just sit in a quiet spot and read a good book. Do something you like to do. Dedicating time to making sure you’re relaxed and happy ensures your needs are met.
Practice #6 – Stay in the Here and Now
Live in the present and don’t worry about what happened in the past or what might happen in the future. If you live today based on past mistakes, you aren’t doing yourself or your loved one any favors. You have to learn to let go of what was and embrace what is. When you can master the art of living in the here and now, things become clearer and obstacles don’t seem so great.
Practice #7 – Know your Limits
It is difficult sometimes telling others “no.” However, you have to know what your limits are and not be afraid of letting others know what they are, too. There’s no greater self-love than being true to yourself.
Practice #8 – Take it Slow
It may seem like it from day to day, but life really isn’t a rat race. You do have the time to slow down and take your time. Instead of rushing to work, get up just a few minutes earlier and enjoy the commute. Don’t worry about all that you have to do. Just breathe. And enjoy life.
Practice #9 – Avoid Negativity
Your life is full of blessings, so share with those less fortunate. Volunteer to share your blessings in one way or another. You’ll feel great doing so and you’ll make a difference in someone else’s life.
At the end of the day, being good to yourself is neither selfish or narcissistic. You have to love yourself and be happy with yourself, to be a valuable part of any relationship with family, friends and co-workers.
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Inspiring quotes by Mother Teresa
- “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.”
- “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.”
- “I want you to be concerned about your next door neighbour. Do you know your next door neighbour?”
- “Love is a fruit in season at all times, and within reach of every hand.”
- “Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.”
- “The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread.”
- “Let
us more and more insist on raising funds of love, of kindness, of
understanding, of peace. Money will come if we seek first the Kingdom of
God - the rest will be given.”
- “Intense love does not measure, it just gives.”
- “Joy is prayer; joy is strength: joy is love; joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls.”
cheers................
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Friday, January 29, 2016
Attitude
Attitude
by: Charles Swindoll"The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life.
Attitude, to me, is more important than facts.
It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes,
than what others think or say or do.
It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill.
It will make or break a company... a church... a home.
The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding
the attitude we will embrace for that day.
We cannot change our past... we cannot change the
fact that people will act in a certain way.
We cannot change the inevitable.
The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude... I am convinced that life is 10% what happens
to me and 90% how I react to it.
And so it is with you... we are in charge of our attitudes."
cheers............
Saturday, January 23, 2016
10 Hard-Hitting Habits That Will Skyrocket You To Success
Just
because you want to be successful, doesn't mean it's going to happen.
You can't expect to run with the big dogs if you're not willing to adopt
a few of their high-performance habits. When you take a look at the
successful people around you, don't forget to think about all the hours
they probably put in to be that way. They probably experienced some
failures along the way, as well. What about the daily sacrifices they
made to get to where they are?
If you're serious about becoming as successful as they are, you have to step it up a notch and leave mediocrity behind to find the new, improved you.
Let's get to it. The following 10 habits might be uncomfortable at first, but they will definitely help you achieve the success you desire.
The Habits for Success
Habit #1 – Seize the Morning
While other less successful people sleep, heavy hitters rise one purpose with purpose every single day. They work while others float somewhere in La-La Land. It's hard to be successful when the first decision you make in the morning is to procrastinate by hitting your snooze alarm.
Don't be that guy. Instead, seize the morning by waking earlier than usual and getting a workout in. Feed your body with a healthy breakfast and treat your mind to a good book. Do all of these things before the rest of the world even begins stirring in their beds. Seize the morning!
Habit #2 – Attempt Hard Things
In a world where people take the fastest, easiest way to the top, you've decided that's not you anymore. Rather than run or skirt around the challenges that keep you from reaching success, you have to face them head on… look them straight in the eye and overcome.
Attempting hard things and succeeding at them makes you a stronger person and teaches you life lessons you wouldn't learn otherwise. You'll achieve things you never thought possible.
You can do the hard things.
Habit #3 – Learn from Feedback
Most people hate to be told they're wrong or that they can do something better. Accepting feedback from others isn't easy, but if you decide to listen to it and act on it to be better, you'll dramatically improve your performance.
We're not telling you here that you have to listen to and do everything everyone tells you to do. On the contrary, choose a couple of key people in your life. Ones that are good at what they do and, most importantly, have your best interests at heart. Use their feedback to mold yourself into the new and improved version you wish to be.
Habit #4 – Embrace Failure
Failure is tough, and no one likes to fail. However, successful people fail on occasion, but they don't let it get to them emotionally. They learn from it. They figure out what went well, what needs work and how they will address the situation immediately.
Habit #5 – Choose your Attitude
Probably the most important decision you'll make each day as you step out the door is what kind of attitude you'll use to face the day. A negative attitude sets the tone for a bad day. But, a positive one sets you up for all kinds of successes throughout the day. Don't let your attitude get the best of you before the day even begins.
Habit #6 – Do Just a Little More
When you're working out at the gym, do 11 reps instead of 10. At the office, make 16 calls instead of 15. Doing something you don't particularly like to do just one extra time is a great way to improve mental strength. You know you don't like to do it, but doing so will help you in the long run.
Habit #7 – Start Each Day with a Purpose
Starting the day with a clear objective makes it easier to reach your goals. As mentioned earlier, successful people typically don't do things "just because." They do them on purpose and with purpose. Knowing why you do something gives you the power you need to get it done.
Habit #8 – Recommit to your Goals Every Day
One of the problems less successful people have in reaching their goals is they let life distract them. They focus on what they have to do rather than what they want to do. If you recommit each day to the goals most important to you, you'll achieve them.
When your priorities are in order, you empower yourself.
Habit #9 – Have Patience
Good things come to those who wait, and high performers know this. Overnight success is rare and typically only happens after years and years of hard work. Be patient, focus on making progress and keep your eye on the prize.
Habit #10 – Let No One Intimidate You
Never let anyone intimidate you. You don't need permission from anyone else to do something great. Don't put others on a pedestal just because they're talented, have more experience or have achieved great success before you. Doing so can leave you feeling less confident in your own abilities because you may think you're not as good.
Remember, everyone is replaceable and beatable… even you. Respect the competition but never fear them. It might just be possible that they fear you.
When it comes to being successful, you have to be willing to go the extra mile to get ahead. It isn't easy, but when you reach the goals you've set for yourself, it's all worth it.
cheers.................
If you're serious about becoming as successful as they are, you have to step it up a notch and leave mediocrity behind to find the new, improved you.
Let's get to it. The following 10 habits might be uncomfortable at first, but they will definitely help you achieve the success you desire.
The Habits for Success
Habit #1 – Seize the Morning
While other less successful people sleep, heavy hitters rise one purpose with purpose every single day. They work while others float somewhere in La-La Land. It's hard to be successful when the first decision you make in the morning is to procrastinate by hitting your snooze alarm.
Don't be that guy. Instead, seize the morning by waking earlier than usual and getting a workout in. Feed your body with a healthy breakfast and treat your mind to a good book. Do all of these things before the rest of the world even begins stirring in their beds. Seize the morning!
Habit #2 – Attempt Hard Things
In a world where people take the fastest, easiest way to the top, you've decided that's not you anymore. Rather than run or skirt around the challenges that keep you from reaching success, you have to face them head on… look them straight in the eye and overcome.
Attempting hard things and succeeding at them makes you a stronger person and teaches you life lessons you wouldn't learn otherwise. You'll achieve things you never thought possible.
You can do the hard things.
Habit #3 – Learn from Feedback
Most people hate to be told they're wrong or that they can do something better. Accepting feedback from others isn't easy, but if you decide to listen to it and act on it to be better, you'll dramatically improve your performance.
We're not telling you here that you have to listen to and do everything everyone tells you to do. On the contrary, choose a couple of key people in your life. Ones that are good at what they do and, most importantly, have your best interests at heart. Use their feedback to mold yourself into the new and improved version you wish to be.
Habit #4 – Embrace Failure
Failure is tough, and no one likes to fail. However, successful people fail on occasion, but they don't let it get to them emotionally. They learn from it. They figure out what went well, what needs work and how they will address the situation immediately.
Habit #5 – Choose your Attitude
Probably the most important decision you'll make each day as you step out the door is what kind of attitude you'll use to face the day. A negative attitude sets the tone for a bad day. But, a positive one sets you up for all kinds of successes throughout the day. Don't let your attitude get the best of you before the day even begins.
Habit #6 – Do Just a Little More
When you're working out at the gym, do 11 reps instead of 10. At the office, make 16 calls instead of 15. Doing something you don't particularly like to do just one extra time is a great way to improve mental strength. You know you don't like to do it, but doing so will help you in the long run.
Habit #7 – Start Each Day with a Purpose
Starting the day with a clear objective makes it easier to reach your goals. As mentioned earlier, successful people typically don't do things "just because." They do them on purpose and with purpose. Knowing why you do something gives you the power you need to get it done.
Habit #8 – Recommit to your Goals Every Day
One of the problems less successful people have in reaching their goals is they let life distract them. They focus on what they have to do rather than what they want to do. If you recommit each day to the goals most important to you, you'll achieve them.
When your priorities are in order, you empower yourself.
Habit #9 – Have Patience
Good things come to those who wait, and high performers know this. Overnight success is rare and typically only happens after years and years of hard work. Be patient, focus on making progress and keep your eye on the prize.
Habit #10 – Let No One Intimidate You
Never let anyone intimidate you. You don't need permission from anyone else to do something great. Don't put others on a pedestal just because they're talented, have more experience or have achieved great success before you. Doing so can leave you feeling less confident in your own abilities because you may think you're not as good.
Remember, everyone is replaceable and beatable… even you. Respect the competition but never fear them. It might just be possible that they fear you.
When it comes to being successful, you have to be willing to go the extra mile to get ahead. It isn't easy, but when you reach the goals you've set for yourself, it's all worth it.
cheers.................
Friday, January 8, 2016
5 Reasons Why God Uses Problems
5 Reasons Why God Uses Problems
The
problems you face will either defeat you or develop you - depending on
how you respond to them. Unfortunately, most people fail to see how God
wants to use problems for good in their lives. They react foolishly and
resent their problems rather than pausing to consider what benefit they
might bring. Here are five ways God wants to use the problems in your
life:
1.God Uses Problems -To DIRECT YOU
Sometimes
God must light a fire under you to get you moving. Problems often point
us in a new direction and motivate us to change. Is God trying to get
your attention? "Sometimes it takes a painful situation to make us
change our ways."
2. God Uses Problems -To INSPECT YOU
People
are like tea bags...if you want to know what's inside them, just drop
them into hot ever water! Has God tested your faith with a problem What
do problems reveal about you? "When you have many kinds of troubles, you
should be full of joy, because you know that these troubles test your
faith, and this will give you patience."
3. God Uses Problems -To CORRECT YOU
Some
lessons we learn only through pain and failure. It's likely that as a
child your parents told you not to touch a hot stove. But you probably
learned by being burned. Sometimes we only learn the value of
something... health, money, a relationship. ..
by losing it. "It was the best thing that could have happened to me, for it taught me to pay attention to your laws."
by losing it. "It was the best thing that could have happened to me, for it taught me to pay attention to your laws."
4. God Uses Problems -To PROTECT YOU
A
problem can be a blessing in disguise if it prevents you from being
harmed by something more serious. Last year a friend was fired for
refusing to do something unethical that his boss had asked him to do. His
unemployment was a problem - but it saved him from being convicted and
sent to prison a year later when management's actions were eventually
discovered. "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good...
5. God Uses Problems -To PERFECT YOU
Problems,
when responded to correctly, are character builders.God is far more
interested in your character than your comfort. Your relationship to God
and your character are the only two things you're going to take with
you into eternity. "We can rejoice when we run into problems... they
help us learn to be patient. And patience develops strength of character
in us and helps us trust God more each time we use it until finally our
hope and faith are strong and steady." Here's the point Ad:God is at
work in your life - even when you do not recognize it or understand it.
But it's much easier and profitable when you cooperate with Him.
"Success can be measured not only in achievements, but in lessons
learned, lives touched and moments shared along the way"
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