You can overcome the blues using these simple
tools
by Colin
Dunbar
We are only human and it is natural to get the blues. You know
how it is: work pressure, the kids, something breaks down, and
so on. We do, however, have available great tools to help us
overcome the blues. And overcoming the blues can be very
advantageous in our everyday lives, and our goal setting
endeavors. I would venture it to say it is also natural to
overcome the blues with just a little thought and some
effort.
It was Rudyard Kipling who said, "Words, without a doubt, are
the most powerful drug". And words are one of the best tools
available to overcome the blues…
The Power of WordsWords are fundamental to overcoming
the blues. Let's consider some examples of the power of
words.
The salesperson's hard sell tactics, and how those words can be
used to convince you to buy. Think of a relative's request for
a loan? Words are far more than simple communication, truth,
falsehood, and the many shades in between. Words have the power
to influence, and even manipulate your thinking and
behavior.
Choose your words with care - not only in speaking, but also in
your thoughts. Words are your "stealth" mental weapon to help
you overcome the blues.
Motivational QuotesThese small tools are free and very
easy to use. Yet the value of this in overcoming the blues is
really great. But...
There is a little trick in getting the most benefit from using
quotes to overcome the blues.
It is not a matter of reading dozens, or even half a dozen at a
time, and then giving no more thought to what you read. Read
the quote, think about what you read, even visualize the
concept, and this way it seeps into your subconscious, and here
is where you derive the greatest benefit. You will be able to
retrieve the quote, and the power message behind it, when you
need it.
Read Positive MaterialBeware of the daily paper. News
is built on sensation, and it is the standard to report the
sensation, which is usually of a dramatic nature. There is very
little that is uplifting, and thus this can bring on the blues
for the rest of your day.
Read positive articles - the web offers an abundance of these.
Books are another positive source, especially reading
biographies and autobiographies of great people. You can also
read humorous books, even joke books.
The key is to always read something that uplifts your spirit,
or restores your confidence. Reading positive material can
actually also boost your energy level, thus you can then wave
the blues goodbye.
Value of Having GoalsWhen you have something positive
to focus on, and to hold your attention, it can be a great
deterrent to overcome the blues. Having a goal in your life is
just such a thing. When you focus your attention on working on
your goal, especially when you reach a milestone, the blues
become something of the past.
Motivational SpeakersThe messages of motivational
speakers can be awesome in helping you overcome the blues.
Professional speakers are trained to uplift, encourage and
motivate their listeners. If possible, grab yourself an audio
of a motivational speaker, and listen to this whenever you feel
the blues approaching.
About The Author
Colin Dunbar created the eaziGOAL system,
offering you 11 practical and proven goal setting tools to
enable you to get what you want. Manual, workbook with goal
setting worksheets PLUS companion software. FREE newsletter.
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