Of course, your thoughts create emotions and physiological responses,. so if you're fixating on all the things you can’t control, how do you think you’ll feel?
Angry. Frustrated. Hopeless. Bitter. Cheated. Sick. Tired.
And how will those emotions and manifestations help you thrive during the crisis? They won’t.
Not sure you’re allowed to thrive during the crisis? You are.
In fact, we need you to.
Read MoreI went to Home Goods after meeting Lisa and bought a blouse, some earrings a muffin tin, and some Spanx. After 60 days at home, I thought that would be deeply satisfying. It wasn’t. = NO LIFE.
Two nights ago, on a group coaching call, one of the Firegirls lamented no longer having tea parties at her house with friends from church. The other Firegirls chimed in with “Have it in your yard.” “On blankets!” “With proper teacups and daffodils!" This was a clever solution and made us feel a little British and therefore better about ourselves. = LIFE.
Read MoreYour feelings provide data to your conscious mind so you can respond intelligently. You can feel sad and depressed and still choose kindness, which by the way is often fatal to a depressive mood.
Ironically, the best way to quit being a slave to your emotions is to acknowledge them, validate them, and investigate why they’re there.
Personal development is simple really, because there are thousands of great principles to choose from. You pick a few, preferably small ones, and start building them into your life until they become habits like showering or brushing your teeth.
Action + Repitition + Time = Result.
