What Moves You to Think Negatively, Ultimately, Controls You — Releasing Me Today

What Moves You to Think Negatively, Ultimately, Controls You

by Deone on September 20, 2012

my thoughtsWe only get one chance at this life assignment thing, right. A great start in getting the best results possible would be in looking at how we, as individuals, go about perceiving the assignment we’ve been given.

Many believe our perceptions to various situations in life determines how we will choose to live it out, and not only our perceptions, but our secret thoughts about those behaviors and reactions. You know the ones… they are the voices inside of our head, the chatterboxes of our thought.

“We are what our thoughts have made us;
so take care about what you think. Words are secondary.
Thoughts live; they travel far.” 
~Swami Vivekananda

Freedom from the Negative Chatter

However, there is freedom from those voices that take root in our head, which we’re glad no one else heard, and that always seems to congregate in the auditorium of our minds.

We improve our thought patterns by noticing what we think in each passing moment, and by stopping them in their tracks, before they conjure up anymore ruckus then they’ve already achieved within side of ourselves and outwardly throughout our lives. We take back the control of our environment and make considerable changes to our inward being.

In order for that type of change to occur there has to be some form of growth, transformation, or metamorphosis taken place first. Since the change is one of a personal nature, I believe it’s up to the individual to investigate the best and most effective way of identifying the route they choose to take for themselves.

As I see it, the power to create ourselves anew comes from our inner awareness needing to awake. Only then can we individually control what we must tame in ourselves to bring the life of our dreams into fruition.

The most important thing is in not letting the present conditions define those we want for ourselves in the future. It took me awhile to understand this truly, but nor does our past, present, or the voices in our head get to determine our future. The only time that it does is when a person has done nothing to change the condition they no longer wanted.

The Challenge We Face in Correcting What Moves Us to Think Negatively

When we become self-aware, we are more able to take full responsibility for making the second part of life the better part of it. The second part of life is always the present moment. It is so because whatever has happened, whether in the past or presently, is officially over. You can never revisit it or change anything about it.

From where we are, right now, in this present moment – will we be able to move forward into a brighter future for ourselves.

For most, the challenge is breaking outside of the normal way of thinking.

Thinking in such a way that you and I were taught to be “the right way” we are supposed to think. We’ve had a lifetime of information, rules, principles, expectations, and ideas shoved into us that at this point in the game it is impossible to figure out which ones are our own, and which belongs to everyone else. That’s what has been making it such a difficult challenge for so many of us to improve our stinking thinking.

It was the main challenge that I had to face in releasing me.

So once we become aware that there is indeed a problem with the way we think, and discover the challenge we face in changing the problem; the next thing in need of taking place, is finding a solution.

positive thinkingYank out What Moves Us to Think Negatively

Obviously, we cannot stop ourselves from thinking. The mind is our connection to the Higher Source, which is essential how we’re able to make our thoughts into a reality. So the last we want to do is stop thinking.

Since stopping ourselves from thinking isn’t an option, we can only control what we allow to take root in the futile soil of our mind. The moment an unproductive thought forms, it’s solely up to us what we do with it.

We can nourish it, or pluck it out.

A few weeks ago, I underwent a dental procedure that loaned me a metaphor that I believe will prove useful for this discussion.

If you’ve experienced having a toothache before, then I need not tell you how extremely painful they can be. My own pain came from a hole in a tooth exposing a nerve. It was excruciating. It was so severe that it bought this 35-year-old adult male, full of health and energy, to his knees and crying mercilessly for someone… anyone to offer me some kind of relief.

Even when it wasn’t actually hurting me, I remembered vividly how the pain felt. The memory of the pain would sometimes trigger the excruciating feeling to return.

My dentist advised me to have the problematic tooth pulled, along with a few others that were ticking time bombs just waiting to go off. This time the memory of the pain would be my motivation.

Fast-forward a bit…

After the surgery to remove the problems that were causing me the most pain, even those I wasn’t aware of yet, I saw how I could apply that same scenario with my negative thoughts.

It left me with this…

Some thoughts are painful for us to have, whether they cause us physical pain or not. If it isn’t a fruitful, productive, or loans us positive results; then it’s unfruitful, and we must…

YANK IT OUT!

As long as it’s there, potentially, it always will be a cause of pain for you and/or others. Yanking out the source of the pain takes away the root of the problem and brings relief and order back into the auditorium of one’s mind.

 Over to you, 

Do you consciously make an effort to free yourself of thinking negatively? What are other successful methods and tips would you share with readers. 

Your insights may be the light that’s needed to shine a brighter understanding on the subject. Please don’t take it with you. Share it here. 

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Allie September 20, 2012 at 9:19 am

Deone,

It is very easy to think in a negative manner. Especially when negative things happen to you.

To keep the negative thoughts out I do 2 things. First, I immediately change the subject matter in my head. When I first started doing this I thought I was avoiding the situation all together. But honestly, I was saving my sanity.

The second thing I do, which ties into the first, I think of all the good things I have in my life, all the way down to “I got up this morning, didn’t I? Some people can’t get up.” But usually the thoughts go to my kids or my health. (Even though both can drive me crazy sometimes, lol.)

~Allie

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Deone September 20, 2012 at 11:11 am

That’s definitely a great way of going about it, Allie! You’re right, we cannot stop the negatives of life from happening, but by shifting our thoughts on the good (and there’s always some good) we spare ourselves from those things that weigh heavy on our sanity.

Even those things that can drive us crazy, can make us see the many blessings that have been bestowed upon us. Awesome thoughts, Allie! Thanks for sharing them with me and the other readers! :)
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Adrienne September 20, 2012 at 12:04 pm

Hey Deone,

I met a guy when I was 14 years old. His Dad was actually my Dad’s boss and we use to go and visit them. We lived in different towns but we were the same age. I liked him immediately but he was the most negative person I’d ever met in my entire life.

Every time we spoke he never had anything nice to say about anything. I really felt for the guy because his Dad never said he loved him and he never called his Dad, Dad. He called him by his first name.

I know that for some people like my friend, that’s all they’ve known their entire lives. Nothing ever good happened to him so he always though that way. Because he thought that way he just continued to bring more of that into his life. It wasn’t until he got in his 40′s that he finally learned why things kept happening to him. See, sometimes it takes our whole lives to finally “get it”. As long as we do, that’s all that really matters.

He was a big inspiration t me to never keep those thoughts in my own head. Just seeing how miserable he always was inspired me to be better. Not that I don’t think negative things from time to time but I immediately tell myself okay, you’ve given that some thought and it’s time to move on. You have to train yourself really.

Sorry for rattling but your post just reminded me so much of my friend. Guess what! He’s happily married and it’s been 15 years now. Yay!!!

~Adrienne
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Deone September 20, 2012 at 3:11 pm

You weren’t rattling at all, Adrienne! Your comment added much depth to this discussion, and for that, I truly thank you.

Beside the awesomeness of the story you shared here, I appreciated the great points within it that you made. Such as, “that’s all they’ve known their entire lives. Nothing ever good happened to him so he always though that way.” I believe this is the case for many people. I know it was for myself. They have only seen the behavior they now practice. It goes back to what Maya Angelou has been quoted often to have said, “We can’t do any better than we know how. But when we know better, we do better.”

I want RMT to be a place people come when they don’t know better, but deep down inside they believe there’s better, and they want it.

I truly hope this article doesn’t lend anyone to believe that they shouldn’t have any negative thoughts whatsoever, that’s ludicrous. :D I’m constantly fanning my own stinking thinking like swarms of flies near cow s… well, you get my drift. :D

It does take training, and not only training but possibly an accountability partner. Someone who is not going to judge us for the thoughts, but someone who will simply listen to what we have to say, and offer advice only when we ask them for it.

I could go on and on, with your comment… there was a lot of great stuff in there, but I’ll leave room for everyone else. Thanks for sharing though. ;)
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Mary Stephenson September 20, 2012 at 3:13 pm

Hi Deone

Oh so true. I worked around a bunch of negative people and it was hard to be positive around them. It was extremely stressful and it reflected in my face. When I was laid off all of it started to dissipate and I got my life back. My husband said that I always looked angry, I was not, I was just so extremely stressed working with those people that I could not even think straight.

Being grateful each day for even the simplest of things can get you in tune with the power to change your circumstances. Being grateful can also help to “let go” of the negative things. Being grateful leaves you with a happy feeling and it is hard to dwell on the negative thoughts if you replace them with happy ones.

Believing that things will get better than what they are is important to success, but you also can’t dwell on what you don’t have. It is the thought, the energy, that needs to be released to have it happen. (Been reading some new stuff lately and it is putting it all into a new perspective.)

Great post.

Mary
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Deone September 24, 2012 at 8:17 am

Hi Mary,

Welcome! I am so delighted to have you here. Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with me and the other readers. It added such depth to the discussion.

I can relate to your insights here… I used to live around a bunch of negative people, and you’re absolutely right, it is difficult to remain positive in their presence. Many people don’t take into consideration that they are sources of energy that are affecting other sources of energy. Most of the time, I find that people don’t care what they are saying, doing, or thinking that’s affecting those around them. As I said in my eBook, “Hurt people, hurt other people.”

Being grateful each day and staying open to whatever comes is a great way to take that power back. It has certainly helped me to change my tune. I wasn’t necessarily a negative person, but I would allow others to affect me with their energy. That’s no longer the case for me. I, much like you, have begun to read more new stuff lately that continues to offer me new perspectives and understandings. I believe that’s that life is all about… learning.

I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, and I do hope you feel free to return in the future.

Be Blessed.

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Leticia Whitley September 21, 2012 at 4:22 am

Hi Deone and All,

I would like to begin by saying, “THANK YOU” for caring so much about others and taking the time to inspire us all to rid ourselves of toxic stinking thinking! Each day, I constantly make an effort to rid myself of negative thoughts. I was fortunate enough to stumble across a quick video clip on youtube that was titled, ‘The Secret’. I have included the link here—> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_b1GKGWJbE8. It was only an introduction to the beautiful life that awaited me. Since watching this life transforming 24 minute video, my life has been transformed! I begin seeking out other like minded individuals who knew of this ‘Secret’. The secret is really the law of attraction. I am always aware of my thoughts since becoming enlightened and after realizing how much power I have over my life. The actual movie is much longer than this and I HIGHLY recommend it!!

If I find myself feeling down, I sing a song to cheer myself up. Even certain words carry a ‘stinking’ vibe. I make it a habit to lively up myself every chance that I get. When recommending positive tools to others, I always say, “Hey, what do you have to lose besides negativity”?

I have found many like minded, free-spirited, good-natured, and HAPPY people since I began this journey. The law of attraction is definitely real and constantly at work whether we are aware of it, or not! I, for one, have chosen the road least travelled and I am mighty glad that I did! Thank You for allowing me the opportunity to release my thoughts here today.

Wishing You Peace and MANY blessings,

Leticia

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Deone September 24, 2012 at 9:01 am

Hi Leticia,

It’s just fabulous hearing from you here at RMT. It’s been nothing short of a blessing that I’ve been able to use the gifts and talents I’ve been given to inspire others. Some days I see this move going so quickly, that I can’t help but think it’s so much bigger than me.

I have also been aware of the awesome change taking place within you. I know that you have matured and blossomed into the mindful, free-spirited young lady that I see and know on Facebook and now Twitter. I’ve seen and read The Secret. Both were life-changing. I could stand to read it again though. I may have to put it on order. However, I just ordered three book just this past week and have started on one of them. I think you will enjoy it as well. It’s truly a powerful read! It’s entitled, “The Untethered Soul – The Journey Beyond Yourself” By Michael A. Singer.

I’ve only made it to chapter 6, but OMG, it’s been an eye-opening read thus far. Definitely look it up. :)

You should always feel free to release you thoughts here, my dear friend. I love reading them. I may not respond right away… I have SO much going right now… but I will always respond. ;)

Much Peace, Love, and Blessings to you as well. <3

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Aditya September 21, 2012 at 7:18 am

As recently as 4 or 5 months ago, I was going through Depression. ‘Depression’ was the word that echoed throughout the post. I was always that happy-go-lucky type person, never committed myself too deeply to things and did so only when the need arose.

But when I was going through Depression, I completely saw and faced the wrong side of me. I became a very negative person, my thoughts were negative, I talked negative. Most of my peers hated me for what I became, I was loved by them just a few months ago.

Somehow when I managed to scrape through depression, the negative thoughts were all coming out and then I realized that I was living in a false world, that negative thoughts held me back and I realized then that thinking does have a major impact on one’s attitude.

Similarly the tooth extraction example here proves so – the way you perceive and think about things really affects the way we live life.

As they say, it’s all in the mind.

Thanks for this awesome post! I really felt comfortable knowing that I’m on the right path and that I nip all my negative thoughts in the bud.

Aditya
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Deone September 24, 2012 at 9:44 am

Good Day Aditya,

First, thank you for your transparency in sharing your personal story with me and the other readers here. It really gave this article even more depth. I can certainly relate to what you’ve shared here too. I’ve been there.

It’s hard to believe that so much time has passed, but 3 yrs ago after my mother passed away, I found myself faced with those feelings of depression as well. In fact, I was to the point of contemplating and carrying out taking my life. That episode in my life is the reason for Releasing Me Today being in effect. Her death wasn’t the cause of the depression, but other things that happened as a result of her death left me angry, alone, and feeling a lot of self-pity. Much like you, prior to all of it happening, I was a pretty happy-go-lucky person. But what I found with a lot of time to think, and having nothing but “stinking thinking” going on; I had to figure out a way to let the negative energy in my life pass through me. I knew that just packing it under my imaginary rug wouldn’t work, because the issue would return and cause more problems for me eventually. It had to be yanked out!

The key, I believe, is to face the negative issues and find a way to deal with them without being affected by them. It is a mind thing, but I’m learning that it’s deeper than that even. The negative can impact other areas in our bodies and our lives in general.

I’m so glad to read that you managed to scrape through it. That, my friend, is what I call a small victory, even though it’s a HUGE one. I celebrate you for nipping those negative thoughts out of your life.

Continual Blessing, my friend. And thank you once again for sharing this empowering response to the post. :)

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Aditya September 24, 2012 at 11:38 am

You’re right, everyone at some point in their lives have to go through a stream of negative feelings and you’re exactly right when you say that we gotta deal with them without negative feelings affecting us.

Will always be glad to share my thoughts here :)

Aditya
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Deone September 24, 2012 at 12:47 pm

I’m always delighted to read you, Aditya! Thank you mate. :)

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Jon Mertz September 23, 2012 at 9:02 pm

Some great points, Deone. I think, at times, we carry too many things forward. Some may be bad habit, bad thoughts. Other things may be things we learned from our family. Un-learning is an an important skill as learning, and I think I will make that thought into a post!

Anyway, great thoughts…. important to yank the negativity out and live fully positive!

Jon
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Deone September 24, 2012 at 9:50 am

Hi Jon,

Thank you for the encouragement! I couldn’t agree with you more… life is as much about unlearning things as it is in learning new things. We have to constantly reaffirm what we want present in our lives, as well as what we don’t want. As I continue to evolve and transform my way of living and thinking, I am beginning to see how my old way of doing things were causing me the most trouble. I’m grateful to finally be awake and becoming more and more aware of living fully positive. :)

I appreciate and celebrate you, my friend.

Blessings.

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Burl September 25, 2012 at 3:45 pm

Hey Deone!
Thanks for another awesome post. We all need a friend at times to listen to our troubles, yet you make a great point about not letting the negativity of the past ruin our present life by making us a drain on others we encounter along the way! It is amazing how some people in our lives leave us refreshed and wanting to spend more time with them when we say goodbye while others seem to drain us of energy and we feel like we need to get out of the room before all our emotion and feeling is zapped away. Keep up the awesome work my friend and keep being one of those incredibly inspired people who inspire me each time we have contact!
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Deone September 29, 2012 at 6:12 am

What’s up, Burl! :)

It’s great reading you here, buddy! My apologies to everyone for not responding to comments right away. Lately, my responsibilities here at home have grown, and it seems there’s always something ongoing that’s requiring me to be fully present here first. Not to mention, currently the book has become time consuming, but in a good way. I have never been so focused and dedicated to finishing something in my life. Although, another date set has come and gone, I know it will get completed. For, I have truly found my calling in life, and desire only to improve upon myself continuously, so that I might be a help to someone who finds themselves where I once used to be. I’m in no way saying that I have it altogether, because like Aristotle, I too, realize that in my getting of more knowledge and a better understanding, I know a lot, but yet I know nothing. Yet, life has gifted me with some experiences I know now were given to me, for such a time as this. :)

I’m thrilled that you enjoyed reading the post.

I used to allow everything in my past to drive my emotions. Since most of the occurrences that stood out were the negative ones (isn’t that always the case) – my thoughts constantly had me fighting against myself to maintain the happiness I made sure others saw coming from me. This awakening journey has shown me so much about myself, my thoughts, purpose, and that there is a Bigger Divine One (Purpose) for my life. But most of all, it has taught me about my associations and relationships with people. Whenever we open ourselves up to get a better understanding of how this life thing works, we become knowing of the fact that some people are placed on our paths to deter us from the prize of our destiny. I prefer to surround myself with those people who refresh me, and not the ones that drain me. People often think we have to write people off to avoid their negativity, but I think it’s all about taking control of ones space and setting boundaries for oneself. If we can do this, then “none of these things will move us.”

Thanks again for stopping through, mate. It’s always a pleasure to read you.

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Bryce Christiansen September 25, 2012 at 6:18 pm

I’ve been dealing with a lot of negativity lately. I had a friend upset another friend of mine. One is fuming still today, the other has moved on. And I’m stuck in the middle.

It’s hard to juggle what’s the right thing to do. This post gave me a better perspective, that’s for sure.

Thanks,

Bryce
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Deone September 29, 2012 at 6:23 am

I do hope it’s getting better as the days have transpired, Bryce. It can be really disheartening to watch those relationships around us hitting life’s rough patches. However, I now believe that as long as we maintain a positive presence in our lives, we are more capable of being available to those who need us as friends. In similar past experiences I’ve faced, it became easier for me to make better decisions concerning those who sought my assistance. When I was operating clear minded, I was able to help my friends, whether it was giving advice or simply being the ear they needed me to be. I was also able to decide if I needed to involve myself altogether. I would learn the hard way, but sometimes the best thing we can do for our friends and loved ones in these types of situations is stay on the other side of the fence. And just observe.

It’s great reading you here, my friend. And again, I do hope it all works out for you and your friends.

To your success.

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Harleena Singh September 26, 2012 at 5:34 am

Wonderful post Deone!

Firstly, I must apologize for not being here on RMT for a while as my MIL hadn’t been too well. And when she recovered, I had loads of pending work to see to, besides the blog, which now I’ve taken to the next level. But – I am sorry for not being here- period. :)

I am glad you are feeling alright after the surgery. I know how bad it can be having undergone what we call here a “root canal” myself a few years back. They did that to save a tooth, but because it really didn’t work, it had to be extracted. However, there is much relief after we undergo that pain – isn’t it?

I loved all that you shared in the post, especially the part about how some thoughts are painful for us and often cause us pain. And if it isn’t a fruitful enough then it needs to be removed. It is only when we remove the negatives from our lives, are we able to create place for the positives.

This is exactly what changes our thought process and helps us become a better person. It opens our minds and helps us to think wider and from a broader perspective – isn’t it?

Thanks for sharing and reminding us to change our negatives to positives. :)
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Deone September 29, 2012 at 6:36 am

Hi Harleena,

There’s no need for apologies, my friend. Trust me, I know exactly what ‘taking care of home, first’ consists of. I’m delighted to hear that your MIL has recovered though. May she gain more and more strength daily.

Thank you for the well wishes on the surgery as well. You’re absolutely right, there is nothing quite like relief from one’s pain. It puts things into perspective and clears up how imperative it is for us to ensure we are clearing out any negative energies that could potentially have caused the pain in the first place.

People often neglect to consider that what I write about here on RMT is not only for them, but many times I too am dealing with that very thing. It’s been an ongoing challenge for me to ensure I stay mindful of the thoughts I give to focus and the ones I completely ignore. It’s not always easier done, than it is to write about or say. It takes dedication, that’s for sure.

I’m learning more and more, that an open mind, alongside with an open heart, is the making of a life lived truly fulfilled. We live to have and enjoy the experience. When we place our expectations on those experiences before even having them, we eliminate our chances for enjoying them. So I want to daily practice openness. Because it indeed allows us to think wider, form broader perspectives, as well as enjoy each day of this life experience. :)

Thank you for so much for sharing your thoughts on this… it’s great having your presence back here on RMT. :)

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Hiten September 26, 2012 at 2:33 pm

Hi Deone,

A wonderful post on one of my favourite topics, namely thoughts!

I would like to share one way I like to use to free myself of negative thinking. When a negative thought arises, unless I’ve been super quick in catching it, it will usually manifest itself in feelings in my body. These feelings will usually be unpleasant ones.

Through my meditation practice, I’m learning more and more to become objective as soon as such a thought and feeling arises in the mind-body and just observe it. As I just observe it, without becoming the thought and feeling, I notice it for what it is – just a conditioned habit that has arisen and will pass.

Once again, a brilliant post my friend. Thanks for writing.
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Deone September 29, 2012 at 6:52 am

Hi there, Hiten!

That would be something that we have in common, my friend. I thoroughly enjoy learning more about understanding our thought process. I have come to see them (our thoughts) as being, our “Life Determinants.” Whatever we create, plant, let root, however one looks at it – is exactly what will manifest itself in and throughout our lives. To me, that’s POWERFUL! If I didn’t know anything about that power, I would quickly start making sure that I was on my way to learn about it. :D

I also totally agree with your shared advice here. I have absolutely no way of knowing with much certainty, but I do believe the tooth ache was somewhat attached to me stressing about the completion of my book. At the time (prior to the surgery), I was entertaining so many emotions about it not being finished yet, what people were going to think, and how I was never going to see it finish. Those thoughts were causing problems inwardly, and exposed themselves through a tooth ache. Trust me, “the pain” as well as the surgery left me with a few revelations that have lighten the load up for me whereas my goals are concerned. I spend much time now sitting on the back of my deck, listening to the creek crashing down the hill behind our house, and meditating. I’m learning more and more how to maintain the center of consciousness in my life. And it’s truly been a rewarding experience for me.

Thank you for sharing your own personal experiences with me and the other readers, as well.

It’s great reading you here, mate! :)

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MELISASource September 28, 2012 at 8:17 pm

A great read Deone!

Whenever those negative thoughts kick in for me, I stop them before they get to far and (in your words) yank that junk on outta there! :) We cannot allow ourselves to dwell in negative thoughts even for a moment–so much valuable time is lost in doing so!

There’s really not much more to say with this one — you hit the nail right on the head with everything from beginning to end — Amen, Amen , and Amen!! :)
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Deone September 29, 2012 at 6:57 am

Hey there Makeba,

Thank you for sharing your thoughtful insights with me on this. I am always wanting to know was the post understandable, and did it provide my point to the reader that I wanted carried across as effective as possible. It’s all about improving myself to better serve others. That’s just not me talking to sound good. I really do love happy people! And if there is something that we can do to ensure their happiness, then why would we ever be willing to hold that back for any reason, whatsoever. :)

Thank you for the confirmation you’ve provided me with in your thoughtful comment. I really appreciate it and you, my friend. :)

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Joy October 3, 2012 at 2:11 pm

Making the choice to be optimistic is a test of character and strength in itself. During these pressing times, it’s quite challenging to believe in the concept of hope and complete recovery but we do have so much to be grateful for so we must learn to look over and beyond our misfortunes. Thanks for the inspiring share.

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Kristine October 3, 2012 at 2:27 pm

Pessimism is a hindrance that we struggle with to protect ourselves from being taken advantage of but what we don’t realize is the fact that this is precisely how fear manifests itself sometimes. Having a positive outlook in life is good for our overall well-being, veering away from stress and thoughts that make us anxious will do wonders for anyone. Thanks for the engrossing read.

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dipa from sagittarius horoscope October 4, 2012 at 1:23 am

My husband has this habit of continually blaming himself for the (so called) mistakes he has done in the past-career, family etc. I try to tell him to ‘separate’ himself from reality – to actually block out, ‘ go outside of his body and mind’ and view events(past ones as well as the ones that are occurring as we speak) as if they are happening to someone else. I believe that doing this eliminates negative thoughts and helps us focus on the present. I have also practiced doing this and it has indeed helped me in many cases; but many times it is quite difficult to do under certain circumstances. I am trying to reinforce positivity in my family for my son-i am afraid that if we, as parents, cannot eliminate negative thoughts, he will acquire the same tendency in the same manner we have, from our parents.

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Deone October 4, 2012 at 9:30 am

I absolutely agree with your observation here, Dipa. This was the case for me, as well. I grew up around the negativity, even though it may not been meant to be the case – as a child, that’s how I saw it. It influenced my life but in a way that I knew, I didn’t want to live in the same way. However, it wasn’t until I hit my 30′s that I was able to begin understanding that I couldn’t avoid it if I wasn’t willing to do things differently. I commend you for being patient with your husband, while still explaining to him why it’s important to consider changing the pathology. There are many books and literature’s I’ve used in changing my point of view, perhaps you could recommend one for him. I actually wrote about one that has been most instrumental for me in today’s post. Check it out and let me know what you think.

Thank you so much for adding more depth to the discussion also. I cannot say thank you enough.
Wishing you continual success, my friend. Cheers.

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Stacey October 7, 2012 at 1:03 am

Great post! Recently, I have been focusing a lot of energy trying to set negativity away from my life. This article gave me thoughts to ponder. This really enlightened me more about throwing all the negativity away. It’s all about the mind.

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Deone October 8, 2012 at 10:55 am

Hi Stacey,

Welcome! I’m delighted that this article gave you the insights you were in need of to move forward in ridding away negativity. It’s truly an awakening moment when we realize that we are the greatest solution to any of the problems we face in life. Kudos to you for making the necessary steps to make your best life a reality! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this with me. I hope you find even more enlightenment here at RMT. Be Blessed.
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Veronica October 9, 2012 at 3:38 am

In the end, we are the masters of our body. And what we think and what we have in mind controls our actions. It’s just a matter of changing our outlook in life. Once we take full control of these, it would be easier to take away all the negativity in our lives.

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Alexander Slughorn November 20, 2012 at 3:23 am

This is a good post. I think that one should always imagine good results before the struggle. I also believe that those who consider history as their future and present, they can never create history, nor they can live their present properly nor they can build their future. So always learn from the past and with full dedication and confidence, work in present which will automatically build your good future.

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Deone December 5, 2012 at 6:44 pm

Thanks for that, Alexander! I like the way you put that, bud! :)

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