Our beliefs become hardwired in our minds. They control our thinking and our feelings about what other people say and do. Sometimes friendships fall apart because people develop new beliefs. Other times, people who have been friends realize over time that some of their beliefs have never been the same on some issues. However, if they focus on the things they have in common, they can continue to have a strong relationship.
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Do we have choices over the way that we feel and think? I believe that we do. Of course, I know that my day can change with the events that I experience. But what about the things that I choose to put in my mind? I can choose things that change how I respond mentally and emotionally to my experiences. If I want to have a better day, I can make better choices about the things I read, the people I talk to, and the media that I select.
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Feeling grateful is a normal, healthy feeling about life. However, gratitude is not always the first feeling we have. But we can create feelings of gratitude by making the effort to think about the good things in our life.
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Have a purpose for the things you plan to do. Ask yourself questions like these: What do you want to accomplish? Who will benefit from your purpose? Will the purpose reward you for your time, effort, and money? Will your purpose lead you to even greater opportunities?
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Have a purpose for the things you plan to do. Ask yourself questions like these: What do you want to accomplish? Who will benefit from your purpose? Will the purpose reward you for your time, effort, and money? Will your purpose lead you to even greater opportunities?
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Stick with winners. Surround yourself with people who will make you smarter, healthier, happier, and more successful. Spend time with supportive people. Good company does more than make life fun. People who encourage you build your confidence. Furthermore, these people can help you find solutions and succeed in tough times.
The fear of the future is often more painful than experiencing the actual event. These fears cripple our mind and imagination. When we are afraid, we can take a deep breath. We can clear our head by getting into action. We can write about our fears, and we can discuss them with friends. Often all we need to do is focus on our breathing to clear our heads and find peace of mind.
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