Monday, October 6, 2008

One Hour, One Day, One Step at a Time




Life can get pretty overwhelming. It's easy to look at the news and feel panicked. They say "negative feeds negative" when it comes to attracting bad energy. This is exactly what happens when we allow the negativity around us to affect us and leave us panic-stricken.

Don't give it power. If you dismiss the negative thoughts and immediately replace it with something positive, you are taking the first step towards taking control of your energy and your attitude. Think about it, who wants to hang out with someone who has negative mojo? Take it a step further, who will want to buy from or hire someone with negative energy?

It really begins with you and your thoughts which then determine your behavior and finally your results. It's challenging to keep it all in check and remain positive. Take it in small increments of time. By breaking it down this way, it's easier to focus on positive thoughts and proactive behavior. If we look at the week ahead in one large chunk of time, we can easily feel burned out and negative when we associate it with negative events around us. Instead, just focus on the hour ahead of you. What's in your head right now? Is it negative or positive?

Concentrate on thinking positively for the next hour, dismissing any negative thoughts that enter your mind. Feel the difference in your energy level at the end of this hour - you should feel more energetic. Take it to the next hour until the end of the day. Then, repeat it again, day by day until you hit the weekend. By taking these baby steps along the way, you can regain your energy and feel more productive throughout the week.

Positive Thoughts,
Renee Kennedy-Edwards, MS
Coach
www.LeadMeToSucceed.com
rke@leadmetosucceed.com