I look at the first impression as if it could be my last. In fact, at times it has been my last impression. And sometimes my first impression wasn’t my best. With the best intentions in mind, “I can be better.” That’s what I tell myself.
Here are 10 reminders to help pull yourself out of a negative mindset:
You’ve overcome before – Think back to previous challenges you’ve faced and conquered. If you got through those, you can get through this. “Life’s a dance you learn as you go. Sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow” – John Michael Montgomery.
This too shall pass – Negative feelings are temporary, and just as storms pass, so do challenging emotions. Like today, I was told I need to go home. Finally, after close to a month of recovery even my mama said it is time to go home. It did make me a little mad. I changed the scene. So, here I am writing.
Focus on what you can control – Shift your attention to actions or solutions you can manage, instead of dwelling on things beyond your control. If it is something you can’t control, then, you need to move on and accept things the way they are.
Progress, not perfection – You don’t need to have everything figured out. Celebrate small wins and steps forward, no matter how minor. I’m not perfect. I use ai for improving my content. If it were perfect I would not need it. But, perfection is impossible. We are born perfectly imperfect.
Gratitude resets perspective – Take a moment to reflect on what you’re grateful for. This can shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance. Be grateful for what you have not what you don’t have. I heard it or read that somewhere but it stuck to me like glue.
You are not your thoughts – Remember, thoughts are just that—thoughts. You don’t have to believe everything your mind says. Mind over matter, but, matters is only in your mind. That’s a way I choose to see it.
Breathe and ground yourself – Take deep, mindful breaths and reconnect with the present moment. Grounding techniques can break the cycle of negative thinking. Taking that breather can change the way your brain reacts to things. Sort of slows us down in a high temperature in need of a quick reaction.
It’s okay to ask for help – You don’t have to face struggles alone. Reaching out to others can provide support, advice, or a simple reminder that you’re not isolated. Somedays, we just need someone to help us maintain balance.
Change your environment – Sometimes a shift in your physical space or routine can shake off a mental funk. Go outside, take a walk, or move to a different room. Change how you do things; One small change can mean a world of a difference.
Failure is part of growth – Mistakes and setbacks are part of learning. Instead of seeing them as the end, view them as necessary steps toward improvement. I see failure every time I post. I also see room for improvement.
Even I have to do many of those often. Asking for help is one of my weakest links to having a positive mindset. When I ask for help, I feel ignored. But, that is why I thrive to do better! Don’t you see all of these are great stepping stones, or is it, stepping stoned? We just need to be better in our hearts, minds, and overall to our families. Sometimes we put materials first, even me, with my work.
Anyway, have a great day. My head is a little jumbled today. Just need my spirits lifted. Maybe I will give my dad a call and hear what I need to hear when I need it. It usually happens like that. It’s all about that change. Anyone wanna fill my tip jars?
@itzninjafool in most every place. Chris Smith on Facebook.
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