Most people go through life as if they have an anchor around their necks, allowing everything they encounter and experience to pull them down. Instead, because we are magnificent, we should live life to the fullest and instead of an anchor around our necks, we should live as if we have a buoy lifting us higher and higher.
So, why is this? The answer is a simple one, but one that many people can not see.
We have allowed ourselves to accept mediocrity instead of choosing greatness. The world lives in a sea of resistance. This resistance is like an anchor, it holds us back from our true selves. This resistance has many faces, ranging from fear, procrastination, poverty consciousness, rejection, vulnerability, low self esteem and many more. In other words, we have internal language keeping us from living a magnificent life.
The things holding us back are the things we suppress inside. Sometimes this self language comes from things we learned as children, even though they were never intended to be carried into adulthood. Things such as fear often come from our parents and family. Our feelings and thoughts toward success and money, for example, are the exact things keeping us from having more money and more success.
Finding your own greatness is a journey. It requires searching deep inside of yourself and identifying your blocks. To do this, you must listen to and control your thoughts. What are you thinking? Are your thoughts in alignment with your goals? If you are looking to achieve a great goal, then you must identify the internal thoughts that are not congruent with the goal.
Look inside of yourself. Do you have a fear of disappointing someone, or possibly even yourself? It takes tremendous courage to take a look deep inside of ourselves. But here is the payoff...
Everyone has the ability to develop the Heart of Success. Sadly, only about 10% actually do. Change comes from people who have the courage to make the journey. It takes a great deal of courage to make this journey. But when the decision is made to do it, the journey is actually a very short one.
Determine today if your goals are important to you. If they are, then start today to have them. Look deep inside yourself and find what is holding you back. Now here is the best part.
Once you identify your blocks, those things holding you back, you DO NOT have to "fix" them, you only have to know what they are. Because once you know what your blocks are, you are aware and can overcome them.
Once you have done this, you will step up into your own greatness. You will become the person you truly are and live a life of success.
This is entirely in your control. It takes a decision and some action but it is not a difficult thing, after all, the greatness is already within you. You have to reach in and pull it out.
Our goal is to assist as many people as possible to achieve their deepest and heartfelt desires.
Life is amazing when you are living it on purpose and with the people you love the most. Entrepreneurs are a very special breed. They want to be home with their families, make a difference in the world and be an example to others of what life can really be like. They want to provide a level of hope to many who sometimes feel overwhelmed with the circumstances of life.
We are on a passionate mission to assist those all over the world with a true Entrepreneurial spirit, to learn how they can achieve their goals and live the life as it is intended to be. If you are one of the few who have this level of passion for your future and the future of your family, then we are here.
Our program is not right for everyone, but it is powerful and it works! It is only for those who are willing to make the commitment to themselves to live the dream!
Contact us today by visiting our website. http://www.highway2wealth.info
Life is truly what you are willing to make it!
ANAN & LINDA LASHIN
Monday, June 8, 2009
Trying to Make Money Will Never Make You Rich
If you have EVER said or thought any of these things, then Please Stay With Me, I want you to make more money. In fact, I want you to be VERY RICH! But, riches start with what you think and what you say and until you "Get This" you will never get the success you are looking for. All riches, all success, all great accomplishments start inside your head.
Now, I could quote the Bible and many other great writings but I want to talk to you from my heart and from my experience today. In fact, this is a hard lesson that I had to learn and even though I fought it for a long time, it was an easy thing to accomplish once I gave in to it.
If you have ever read or heard any work by successful entrepreneurs, you probably felt as though they "talk" differently than the masses of the world and possibly assumed this was due to their success. In fact, this concept is reversed. They accomplished great things because of their beliefs, the way they thought and the way they talked. There is a common thread behind the successes people experience and this common thread is "In The Mind".
You see, these people know something the masses do not know, or should I say, believe something the masses do not believe. They know that all successes, accomplishments, great works and great results begin in the mind long before they become a reality.
The masses of people have employee mentalities. This is a mentality that someone else is totally responsible for your success, the amount of income you generate and the results in your life. Great entrepreneurs know without any doubt or shadow of disbelief that you have absolute and total control to produce whatever you desire.
There is a huge difference in TRYING to make money and actually making it. This is exactly why so many, many people who finally find the success they are looking for, frequently say, once I figured it out "it was easy". It is because there is nothing to figure out, there is nothing to work hard at, there is nothing you have to master, except for who "You Are Being and the way you Think."
I TOTALLY BELIEVE THAT:
"95% of the work you have to do is working on YOU (your beliefs and your thinking). The other 5% is in your business. The work to generate the income is the easy part, but until you master your thinking you will never have the riches."
So start working on "you" today. Evaluate the words that are coming out of your mouth and the thoughts that are driving your actions. Determine what you are saying and thinking that is holding you back and limiting your success. Are you positioning yourself to receive success by the words you are speaking?
Become a student of self mastery. My goal here was to open your mind to other possibilities.
Linda & Anan Lashin are successful Home Based Business professionals . We have assisted people in achieving major financial goals and are passionate about showing people how to escape the rat race and lead powerful, self created lives through free enterprise.
Cheers, to your success!
http://www.highway2wealth.info
Now, I could quote the Bible and many other great writings but I want to talk to you from my heart and from my experience today. In fact, this is a hard lesson that I had to learn and even though I fought it for a long time, it was an easy thing to accomplish once I gave in to it.
If you have ever read or heard any work by successful entrepreneurs, you probably felt as though they "talk" differently than the masses of the world and possibly assumed this was due to their success. In fact, this concept is reversed. They accomplished great things because of their beliefs, the way they thought and the way they talked. There is a common thread behind the successes people experience and this common thread is "In The Mind".
You see, these people know something the masses do not know, or should I say, believe something the masses do not believe. They know that all successes, accomplishments, great works and great results begin in the mind long before they become a reality.
The masses of people have employee mentalities. This is a mentality that someone else is totally responsible for your success, the amount of income you generate and the results in your life. Great entrepreneurs know without any doubt or shadow of disbelief that you have absolute and total control to produce whatever you desire.
There is a huge difference in TRYING to make money and actually making it. This is exactly why so many, many people who finally find the success they are looking for, frequently say, once I figured it out "it was easy". It is because there is nothing to figure out, there is nothing to work hard at, there is nothing you have to master, except for who "You Are Being and the way you Think."
I TOTALLY BELIEVE THAT:
"95% of the work you have to do is working on YOU (your beliefs and your thinking). The other 5% is in your business. The work to generate the income is the easy part, but until you master your thinking you will never have the riches."
So start working on "you" today. Evaluate the words that are coming out of your mouth and the thoughts that are driving your actions. Determine what you are saying and thinking that is holding you back and limiting your success. Are you positioning yourself to receive success by the words you are speaking?
Become a student of self mastery. My goal here was to open your mind to other possibilities.
Linda & Anan Lashin are successful Home Based Business professionals . We have assisted people in achieving major financial goals and are passionate about showing people how to escape the rat race and lead powerful, self created lives through free enterprise.
Cheers, to your success!
http://www.highway2wealth.info
40 Natural Highs that WILL Make You Feel Good
I came across the list below in an email newsletter I receive. It's such a great list and can't help but bring smiles and positive thoughts, and we all know that a positive attitude and gratitude are key for creating success.
Please read through it, then post your comments. Which of these ideas resonated with you? What do you do to increase your feelings of good will, peace, happiness, positivity? Here is the list, reprinted from ANNA MORTEN Newsletter.
40 Natural Highs that WILL Make You Feel Good
(Think about them one at a time before going on to the next one)
1. Falling in love
2. Laughing so hard your face hurt
3. A hot shower
4. No lines at the supermarket
5. A special glance
6. Getting mail
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer
11. Chocolate milkshake (vanilla or strawberry)
12. A bubble bath
13. Giggling
14. Finding a banknote in your jacket from last winter
15. Laughing at yourself
16. Looking into their eyes and knowing they love you
17. Midnight phone calls that last for hours
18. Running through sprinklers
19. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all
20. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful/handsome/sexy
21. Laughing at an inside joke with FRIENDS
22. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you
23. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep
24. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner)
25. Making new friends or spending time with old ones
26. Playing with a new puppy
27. Having someone play with your hair
28. Sweet dreams
29. Road trips with friends
30. Swinging on swings
31. Having a friend send you homemade cookies
32. Holding hands with someone you care about
33. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things never change
34. Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much desired present from you
35. Watching the sunrise/sunset
36. Walking on the beach or in the snow
37. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day
38. Knowing that somebody misses you
39. Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply
40. Knowing you've done the right thing, no matter what other people think
Now it's time to hear from you! What do you do to increase your happiness?
WISHING YOU ALL HAPPY HAPPY DAYZ
Please read through it, then post your comments. Which of these ideas resonated with you? What do you do to increase your feelings of good will, peace, happiness, positivity? Here is the list, reprinted from ANNA MORTEN Newsletter.
40 Natural Highs that WILL Make You Feel Good
(Think about them one at a time before going on to the next one)
1. Falling in love
2. Laughing so hard your face hurt
3. A hot shower
4. No lines at the supermarket
5. A special glance
6. Getting mail
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer
11. Chocolate milkshake (vanilla or strawberry)
12. A bubble bath
13. Giggling
14. Finding a banknote in your jacket from last winter
15. Laughing at yourself
16. Looking into their eyes and knowing they love you
17. Midnight phone calls that last for hours
18. Running through sprinklers
19. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all
20. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful/handsome/sexy
21. Laughing at an inside joke with FRIENDS
22. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you
23. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep
24. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner)
25. Making new friends or spending time with old ones
26. Playing with a new puppy
27. Having someone play with your hair
28. Sweet dreams
29. Road trips with friends
30. Swinging on swings
31. Having a friend send you homemade cookies
32. Holding hands with someone you care about
33. Running into an old friend and realizing that some things never change
34. Watching the expression on someone's face as they open a much desired present from you
35. Watching the sunrise/sunset
36. Walking on the beach or in the snow
37. Getting out of bed every morning and being grateful for another beautiful day
38. Knowing that somebody misses you
39. Getting a hug from someone you care about deeply
40. Knowing you've done the right thing, no matter what other people think
Now it's time to hear from you! What do you do to increase your happiness?
WISHING YOU ALL HAPPY HAPPY DAYZ
Self Employment - Are You a Match?
With the current trend of layoffs, paycuts, outsourcing, staff reductions and business closings plaguing the business world, more and more people are looking at the possibility of working for themselves. Self employment certainly has many advantages and there has actually NEVER been a better time than now (in the current economy) to start and succeed at business.
In a recent Gallup Poll, 57% of Americans polled indicated they would prefer to work for themselves. Long gone is the time you work till retirement and sit back on a nice pension. Since the level of security and stability has dropped so dramatically, self employment is becoming more of a reality for larger numbers of Americans than ever before in history.
Since May 2008, rmy husband & I have run a Home Based Business. I would like to address why you might want to consider starting a Home Based Business. I am a huge advocate of the Home Based Business over traditional brick and mortar businesses. Here is why:
• You determine your own hours (which can be very flexible)
• Working from home does not mean you have to be at home. You can work from virtually anywhere you choose
• There is a much greater potential for a substantial income
• Very low overhead
• No more office politics.
So, What are the disadvantages and what roadblocks might you face?
• No more regular paycheck. You may want to wait until your business replaces your income before you quit your job.
• You must learn to be creative and self resourceful
• You MUST be willing to take risks
This is where so many new entrepreneurs drop the ball. They want to be financially independent, they want to be home with their families, they want to travel, they want, they want they want... BUT, they are not willing to take any risks to have it. Just the fact that risks are NOT taken, greatly decrease the chances of having success. This is what you MUST ASK YOURSELF; "Is my dream, my goal, more important than anything else?" If you can honestly answer YES to that question, then your risks will pay off.
• Are you willing to be self disciplined?
I want you to understand a couple points here. First of all, two to four hours of disciplined focus can produce ten times more than 20 hours of scattered thinking and actions. Secondly, you must be willing to put in focused time. Time when you are working your business, according to a plan and time for income producing activities.
• Are you willing to be trained?
In most home based businesses, there are people to train you. Look to the people who are getting the results you want and do what they are doing. When I got started in my business, I wanted to generate $20,000 a month, very quickly. I sought out the people who were doing it already and did exactly as they were doing. Now my goal is 7 figures a year, and you better believe I am doing exactly as the other 7 figure income earners are doing. You must be willing to be trained.
I will gladly assist you in any way I can. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss business models or if you have any specific questions.
To your unstoppable success...
Linda Lashin
Aus: (08) 9467-4076
US: (213) 985-2671
UK: (020) 8144-8446
http:??www.highway2wealth.info
In a recent Gallup Poll, 57% of Americans polled indicated they would prefer to work for themselves. Long gone is the time you work till retirement and sit back on a nice pension. Since the level of security and stability has dropped so dramatically, self employment is becoming more of a reality for larger numbers of Americans than ever before in history.
Since May 2008, rmy husband & I have run a Home Based Business. I would like to address why you might want to consider starting a Home Based Business. I am a huge advocate of the Home Based Business over traditional brick and mortar businesses. Here is why:
• You determine your own hours (which can be very flexible)
• Working from home does not mean you have to be at home. You can work from virtually anywhere you choose
• There is a much greater potential for a substantial income
• Very low overhead
• No more office politics.
So, What are the disadvantages and what roadblocks might you face?
• No more regular paycheck. You may want to wait until your business replaces your income before you quit your job.
• You must learn to be creative and self resourceful
• You MUST be willing to take risks
This is where so many new entrepreneurs drop the ball. They want to be financially independent, they want to be home with their families, they want to travel, they want, they want they want... BUT, they are not willing to take any risks to have it. Just the fact that risks are NOT taken, greatly decrease the chances of having success. This is what you MUST ASK YOURSELF; "Is my dream, my goal, more important than anything else?" If you can honestly answer YES to that question, then your risks will pay off.
• Are you willing to be self disciplined?
I want you to understand a couple points here. First of all, two to four hours of disciplined focus can produce ten times more than 20 hours of scattered thinking and actions. Secondly, you must be willing to put in focused time. Time when you are working your business, according to a plan and time for income producing activities.
• Are you willing to be trained?
In most home based businesses, there are people to train you. Look to the people who are getting the results you want and do what they are doing. When I got started in my business, I wanted to generate $20,000 a month, very quickly. I sought out the people who were doing it already and did exactly as they were doing. Now my goal is 7 figures a year, and you better believe I am doing exactly as the other 7 figure income earners are doing. You must be willing to be trained.
I will gladly assist you in any way I can. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss business models or if you have any specific questions.
To your unstoppable success...
Linda Lashin
Aus: (08) 9467-4076
US: (213) 985-2671
UK: (020) 8144-8446
http:??www.highway2wealth.info
Work From Home Business: Why It's Never Been Easier to Succeed
Things like the tremendous tax advantages, amazing opportunities to leverage your time and money to their highest advantage, the fantastic personal development that occurs when owning a business, and many others.
In this particular article I want to discuss why it's never been easier to be a business owner and be successful at it. This is especially true for the people who decide that the network marketing business model is the best place for them to start.
This is because of a number of very powerful attributes. First of all, network marketing companies do not discriminate. This means it does not matter what age you are, your level of education, the color of your skin, or even your gender.
That one reason alone offers tremendous advantages over practically every company you could possibly work for.
Many network marketing business opportunities can be started for a very modest amount of money and far cheaper than starting a new business from scratch, and certainly cheaper than buying a franchise.
Many of these companies' offer new home based business owners' wonderful training to help their representatives to succeed. In addition; highly successful people are often readily available and willing to help those who are serious about succeeding with their business.
Imagine having a highly successful person available to communicate with every step of the way. This kind of mentoring and training often cannot be purchased without significant cost outside of the network marketing industry.
Having said that I am about to share what may be the absolute most important two attributes to acquire in order to ensure success in your work from home business.
These two attributes can be summed up in four words: Pigheaded discipline and determination.
The world is filled with people who have great ideas. The bookstores are filled with tremendous information on critical subjects such as; marketing, time management, personal development, building a network marketing business, etc., etc.
The problem with every single one of those resources is that without pigheaded discipline and determination, that wonderful information and ideas will never be implemented. On the other hand, by building your discipline and determination muscle you can implement that knowledge and achieve outstanding success.
Returning to the reasons why it is never been easier to succeed in a work from home business - especially a network marketing business - another advantage is that there is no experience required. Again, the training offered by these companies as well as the opportunity to be trained and mentored by successful people is readily available.
Another huge advantage is available today is the Internet. Having the Internet available for everything from inexpensive communication, training, as well as now having access to the global marketplace; now makes the opportunity to build a successful work from home business easier than ever.
By: John T. Kelley
My Comment:
1. Do you like what you just read?
2. Are you serious about starting your own home business?
3. Are you coachable & trainable?
4. Are you ready to change your current lifestyle?
5. Are you a positive, motivated individual with leadership qualities?
If you have answered YES to all 5 questions please go to my website.
http://www.highway2wealth.info
In this particular article I want to discuss why it's never been easier to be a business owner and be successful at it. This is especially true for the people who decide that the network marketing business model is the best place for them to start.
This is because of a number of very powerful attributes. First of all, network marketing companies do not discriminate. This means it does not matter what age you are, your level of education, the color of your skin, or even your gender.
That one reason alone offers tremendous advantages over practically every company you could possibly work for.
Many network marketing business opportunities can be started for a very modest amount of money and far cheaper than starting a new business from scratch, and certainly cheaper than buying a franchise.
Many of these companies' offer new home based business owners' wonderful training to help their representatives to succeed. In addition; highly successful people are often readily available and willing to help those who are serious about succeeding with their business.
Imagine having a highly successful person available to communicate with every step of the way. This kind of mentoring and training often cannot be purchased without significant cost outside of the network marketing industry.
Having said that I am about to share what may be the absolute most important two attributes to acquire in order to ensure success in your work from home business.
These two attributes can be summed up in four words: Pigheaded discipline and determination.
The world is filled with people who have great ideas. The bookstores are filled with tremendous information on critical subjects such as; marketing, time management, personal development, building a network marketing business, etc., etc.
The problem with every single one of those resources is that without pigheaded discipline and determination, that wonderful information and ideas will never be implemented. On the other hand, by building your discipline and determination muscle you can implement that knowledge and achieve outstanding success.
Returning to the reasons why it is never been easier to succeed in a work from home business - especially a network marketing business - another advantage is that there is no experience required. Again, the training offered by these companies as well as the opportunity to be trained and mentored by successful people is readily available.
Another huge advantage is available today is the Internet. Having the Internet available for everything from inexpensive communication, training, as well as now having access to the global marketplace; now makes the opportunity to build a successful work from home business easier than ever.
By: John T. Kelley
My Comment:
1. Do you like what you just read?
2. Are you serious about starting your own home business?
3. Are you coachable & trainable?
4. Are you ready to change your current lifestyle?
5. Are you a positive, motivated individual with leadership qualities?
If you have answered YES to all 5 questions please go to my website.
http://www.highway2wealth.info
The Essence of Yoga
The Essence of Yoga
"The essence of Yoga & Meditation is very simple; it is about your happiness. Yoga is not just physical fitness training. It is an authentic holistic tradition inclusive of contemplation & meditation. Its aim is for you to achieve your fullest potential in life, since you possess a storehouse of immense happiness within you! It's not essential to be young & supple to practice Yoga & Meditation...all that is needed, is a desire to be happy."
What is the Role of Meditation ?
Meditation is communication with thyself the answer to all conflicts and problems in the outer world. Meditation neutralises, like when the sun rises and the fog disappears. Everyday stress, problems, sorrows are neutralised and you find inner peace. We then have more space for memory, thoughts and work. When the SMS inbox of the consciousness is overfilled and can’t take more messages, meditation clears and makes space for growth.
In mediation we receive valuable advice from our inner self...
Meditation is a very important part of life. It is the way to calm the mind and emotions. Through meditation we come to know our self – it is the way to one’s self. In meditation we come to know our qualities and can purify them.
When we meditate, we feel like a child in our mother’s lap. Meditation is that which cradles our life as we move through the universe. Meditation leads us to God. Meditation helps us dissolve the boundaries between God and self. Meditation removes mountains of duality and ignorance and helps to overcome restlessness and sorrow.
Frequently in life we have questions arise about what we should, should not do. We seek answers from others hoping they will give us some direction but we can achieve the best answer ourselves through meditation. In mediation we receive valuable advice from our inner self. Meditation gives the correct inspiration and motivation to lead a healthy and long life. Meditation show us the way to love and the way to serve. All who meditate have a successful life. Each holy person and saint meditates.
However, meditation without a mantra is like a body without a soul. Therefore, use mantra during meditation but don’t repeat it too quickly. It is not important how many times one repeats the mantra, what is important is the consciousness with which it is practised and that you are aware of what the mantra means. The feeling of the mantra should awaken within you.
I start Yoga classes TODAY, I am so excited :)
"The essence of Yoga & Meditation is very simple; it is about your happiness. Yoga is not just physical fitness training. It is an authentic holistic tradition inclusive of contemplation & meditation. Its aim is for you to achieve your fullest potential in life, since you possess a storehouse of immense happiness within you! It's not essential to be young & supple to practice Yoga & Meditation...all that is needed, is a desire to be happy."
What is the Role of Meditation ?
Meditation is communication with thyself the answer to all conflicts and problems in the outer world. Meditation neutralises, like when the sun rises and the fog disappears. Everyday stress, problems, sorrows are neutralised and you find inner peace. We then have more space for memory, thoughts and work. When the SMS inbox of the consciousness is overfilled and can’t take more messages, meditation clears and makes space for growth.
In mediation we receive valuable advice from our inner self...
Meditation is a very important part of life. It is the way to calm the mind and emotions. Through meditation we come to know our self – it is the way to one’s self. In meditation we come to know our qualities and can purify them.
When we meditate, we feel like a child in our mother’s lap. Meditation is that which cradles our life as we move through the universe. Meditation leads us to God. Meditation helps us dissolve the boundaries between God and self. Meditation removes mountains of duality and ignorance and helps to overcome restlessness and sorrow.
Frequently in life we have questions arise about what we should, should not do. We seek answers from others hoping they will give us some direction but we can achieve the best answer ourselves through meditation. In mediation we receive valuable advice from our inner self. Meditation gives the correct inspiration and motivation to lead a healthy and long life. Meditation show us the way to love and the way to serve. All who meditate have a successful life. Each holy person and saint meditates.
However, meditation without a mantra is like a body without a soul. Therefore, use mantra during meditation but don’t repeat it too quickly. It is not important how many times one repeats the mantra, what is important is the consciousness with which it is practised and that you are aware of what the mantra means. The feeling of the mantra should awaken within you.
I start Yoga classes TODAY, I am so excited :)
Clear the Decks and Find Serenity Now!
Clear the Decks and Find Serenity Now!
I was at a shoot the other day and the joke was to avoid having a conversation in which the dreaded "E" (economy) word or "R" (recession) word was mentioned. There's no doubt that the effects of the E and the R are taking their toll on everyone in various ways.
So many of the things going on around us are in fact out of our control, and that's why it's imperative to figure out simple ways to minimize the feeling and impact of stress. In this day and age of 24-hour inundations (computer, phone, online, TV, Twitter) it's difficult to clear the decks and get our stress meters back down to a zero starting point.
Oftentimes, it feels like a compounding situation that makes your head so tight it just might explode. There is no cure all, but there certainly are tiny things you can do to lower your stress levels.
1. Just say no.
Just because there is an empty slot of time on your calendar does not mean you need to schedule something there. Open up your days when you can, and cut down all of the unnecessary activities.
2.Try to relax.
Notice the tension you're feeling when something stressful is happening and attempt to breathe deeply. Physical and emotional responses feed off of each other. So in an emotionally challenging situation, if you can stay more physically relaxed, you will notice that it's easier to remain calm.
3. Solve little problems.
Rather than getting lost under a pile of problems with no immediate resolutions, try to solve as many of the little issues as you can. You won't feel as overwhelmed by everything, and it creates an opportunity to cross things off of your list.
4. Be realistic.
Life is not perfect and neither are we humans. Why do we walk around trying to do everything perfectly? Set realistic goals and stop beating yourself up.
5. Work hard to keep an optimistic outlook.
It really is a discipline to decide how you are going to look at a situation. By staying optimistic you can minimize your stress level immensely. I find it gets easier and easier to be optimistic the more you practice having the right attitude.
6. Sleep.
Sleep deprivation can keep you from being able to react with a clear mind. Rest is key to staying positive and processing stressful situations better.
7. Attack things one at a time (when it's possible).
I realize in this day and age of multi-tasking that this can be hard. But in an attempt to not feel overwhelmed, try to do things one at a time. It can be confusing to have five things going on at once. So focus on beginning a thought or task and then taking it to completion.
8. Talk to someone.
If you are feeling really overloaded or depressed, go talk to a trained expert. There is absolutely nothing wrong with getting an outside perspective or heading to a place where you know you can blow off some steam.
9. Avoid stressful situations.
If you don't like crowded places or competitive sports environments, then don't put yourself in that situation. Plan ahead to avoid getting trapped in situations that you know you dread and that cause you stress.
10. Get into nature.
Go outside and connect with nature or play with a pet. Doing activities in nature and with pets has a very grounding and de-stressing affect on us.
11. Be thankful.
It might sound cliche, but remembering to be thankful for everyday things and forgetting about what you don't have is a powerful neutralizer. As soon as you wake up, and throughout your day, make mental notes of all of the gifts in your life and the people you are grateful for.
12. Don't forget diet and exercise.
Eat healthy and move. These are two of my favorite ways to keep stress at bay.
13. Don't stress out about decreasing stress.
I love it when people are aggressively pursuing ways to decrease stress. Just think: Serenity now!
Womens Health
I was at a shoot the other day and the joke was to avoid having a conversation in which the dreaded "E" (economy) word or "R" (recession) word was mentioned. There's no doubt that the effects of the E and the R are taking their toll on everyone in various ways.
So many of the things going on around us are in fact out of our control, and that's why it's imperative to figure out simple ways to minimize the feeling and impact of stress. In this day and age of 24-hour inundations (computer, phone, online, TV, Twitter) it's difficult to clear the decks and get our stress meters back down to a zero starting point.
Oftentimes, it feels like a compounding situation that makes your head so tight it just might explode. There is no cure all, but there certainly are tiny things you can do to lower your stress levels.
1. Just say no.
Just because there is an empty slot of time on your calendar does not mean you need to schedule something there. Open up your days when you can, and cut down all of the unnecessary activities.
2.Try to relax.
Notice the tension you're feeling when something stressful is happening and attempt to breathe deeply. Physical and emotional responses feed off of each other. So in an emotionally challenging situation, if you can stay more physically relaxed, you will notice that it's easier to remain calm.
3. Solve little problems.
Rather than getting lost under a pile of problems with no immediate resolutions, try to solve as many of the little issues as you can. You won't feel as overwhelmed by everything, and it creates an opportunity to cross things off of your list.
4. Be realistic.
Life is not perfect and neither are we humans. Why do we walk around trying to do everything perfectly? Set realistic goals and stop beating yourself up.
5. Work hard to keep an optimistic outlook.
It really is a discipline to decide how you are going to look at a situation. By staying optimistic you can minimize your stress level immensely. I find it gets easier and easier to be optimistic the more you practice having the right attitude.
6. Sleep.
Sleep deprivation can keep you from being able to react with a clear mind. Rest is key to staying positive and processing stressful situations better.
7. Attack things one at a time (when it's possible).
I realize in this day and age of multi-tasking that this can be hard. But in an attempt to not feel overwhelmed, try to do things one at a time. It can be confusing to have five things going on at once. So focus on beginning a thought or task and then taking it to completion.
8. Talk to someone.
If you are feeling really overloaded or depressed, go talk to a trained expert. There is absolutely nothing wrong with getting an outside perspective or heading to a place where you know you can blow off some steam.
9. Avoid stressful situations.
If you don't like crowded places or competitive sports environments, then don't put yourself in that situation. Plan ahead to avoid getting trapped in situations that you know you dread and that cause you stress.
10. Get into nature.
Go outside and connect with nature or play with a pet. Doing activities in nature and with pets has a very grounding and de-stressing affect on us.
11. Be thankful.
It might sound cliche, but remembering to be thankful for everyday things and forgetting about what you don't have is a powerful neutralizer. As soon as you wake up, and throughout your day, make mental notes of all of the gifts in your life and the people you are grateful for.
12. Don't forget diet and exercise.
Eat healthy and move. These are two of my favorite ways to keep stress at bay.
13. Don't stress out about decreasing stress.
I love it when people are aggressively pursuing ways to decrease stress. Just think: Serenity now!
Womens Health
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