Ayush Bhargav
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1. Getting out of your comfort zone, even on good days, can be a game-changer for personal growth and development.
One way to start is by setting small, achievable goals that push you just beyond what feels familiar and safe. It could be something as simple as trying a new hobby, taking a different route to work, or conversing with someone you don't know well.
2. Another strategy is to embrace spontaneity. Say yes to opportunities that come your way, even if they initially seem a bit daunting. Remember, the magic often happens outside of your comfort zone!
Start by identifying the reasons behind your laziness. Are you feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or just plain tired? Once you pinpoint the root cause, you can start tackling it head-on.
Next, set clear and achievable goals for yourself. Break down big tasks into smaller, more manageable steps. This will make them less daunting and give you a sense of accomplishment as you check them off your list.
When things aren't going your way, it can feel like you're stuck in a storm without an umbrella. But fear not, my friend, because there are steps you can take to weather the rough patches and come out stronger on the other side.
Take a deep breath. It's okay to feel frustrated or disappointed but don't let those emotions overwhelm you. Give yourself a moment to acknowledge how you're feeling, and then shift your focus to problem-solving mode.
People may become cold-hearted and emotionless for various reasons, often stemming from negative experiences or coping mechanisms developed over time.
Traumatic events, such as abuse, betrayal, or significant loss, can lead individuals to shut down emotionally as a way to protect themselves from further pain. In some cases, repeated disappointments or failures may also contribute to a sense of numbness or detachment.
Waking up early in the morning can be tough for many reasons. One common reason is that our bodies have a natural sleep-wake cycle, and disrupting this rhythm by waking up earlier than usual can leave us feeling groggy and tired.
Additionally, factors like stress, poor sleep quality, and unhealthy habits can make it even harder to wake up early.
However, there are several strategies you can try to make waking up easier.
When I don't feel respected, I take steps to address the situation in a calm and assertive manner. First, I reflect on why I feel this way and try to identify specific instances or behaviors that have contributed to my feelings. This helps me understand the root cause of the issue.
Next, I communicate my concerns directly and respectfully to the person or people involved. I express how their actions or words have made me feel and explain why respect is important to me. I also listen to their perspective and try to understand their intentions.
If the lack of respect persists despite my efforts to address it, I may need to set boundaries to protect myself. This could involve limiting my interactions with the person or seeking support from others, such as friends, family, or a supervisor.
Additionally, I focus on building my self-esteem and confidence. Reminding myself of my worth and strengths helps me maintain my sense of dignity and self-respect, even in challenging situations
Ego is like a protective shield we carry around, but sometimes, it gets in the way of our growth and happiness. It's that voice inside us that says, "I'm better," or "I deserve more." While a little ego can boost confidence, too much can blind us to our flaws and harm our relationships.
Imagine you're in a group discussion, and someone challenges your ideas. Instead of listening, your ego flares up, and you defend your viewpoint fiercely, even if you're wrong. This stubbornness closes doors to new perspectives and learning opportunities.
Ego often thrives on comparison, making us feel superior or inferior to others. It's like a race we're constantly running, trying to outdo everyone else. But this race has no finish line, leaving us exhausted and unsatisfied.
Moreover, ego can create rifts in our relationships. When we prioritize our own needs and desires above others', it leads to conflict and misunderstanding. We become so focused on being right that we forget the value of empathy and compromise.
But here's the thing: recognizing and taming our ego can lead to immense personal growth and fulfillment. It's about cultivating humility and self-awareness, understanding that we're all flawed and learning from our mistakes.
By letting go of our ego, we open ourselves to deeper connections and meaningful experiences. We become more open-minded, empathetic, and compassionate individuals. And in doing so, we create a ripple effect of positivity that enriches not only our own lives but the lives of those around us.
A person never has any complaint against himself. The complaint is always about someone else. The other person is not going as per my wish, is not doing as per my wish, mostly due to these small reasons we remain troubled. The causes of problems are always others, never ourselves.
The reason for this is man's tendency to think that satisfaction lies somewhere outside, hence he wants to control every person in his own way. This tendency to impose one's will on everyone is dangerous because of the tendency within oneself to make others behave as one wishes. The same tendency is present in others also. In this way the clash of tendencies creates conflict.
You may find some people who integrate their personality into your personality, but this tendency is not satisfied with the dedication of just one person but keeps increasing.
It is working as per my wish, it is very good but why is it not working as per my wish, it should work. When this desire becomes strong then the restlessness of the mind starts increasing.
It is the 'ego' itself that is why people do not follow my wishes. Where there is 'I', there is 'mine' there is ego and ego is such a hunger.
The feeling of gratitude should be in our minds. Our attention is always focused on the things we do not have.
We don't pay attention to what we have. Lord, you have given us so much. When I look around me, I see how many people there are who don't have all that I have.
O God, I am grateful to you. This is the feeling of being thankful.
An empty glass is kept on the table. Water was poured into it and it was half filled with water. Pooja said, 'The glass is half full.' Rama said, 'The glass is half empty.'
The question arises: whose point of view between Pooja and Rama is correct?
Answer: Both are right, but their viewpoints are different. While Pooja is celebrating 'whatever is available', Rama is lamenting 'whatever is not available'.
Whatever the time, there are many things in the life of all of us for which we can thank God. The biggest blessing is that we are alive.
Our breathing is coming and going. Millions of humans were born on this earth who left their bodies before reaching our age.
May God!! we should not complain about this, because if we do not have shoes on our feet, then what if we have feet? If these were not there, what would we have done?
One should be thankful to God in every situation and remain in His mercy.
Two boxes of sweets are kept on a table. The first box beautifully wrapped in colorful paper is attracting everyone's attention.
The second box is wrapped in ordinary paper. Which would you like to open first?
That's right, to the first box.
Why?
Because its outer cover is charming. The truth is that everyone will open the beautifully packaged box and eat the sweets first, the ordinary box will be opened later.
But which sweet will finish first?
Obviously, the one from the two boxes will be tastier.
Yes, even if it is in an ordinary box. The simple meaning is that the sweets which will be eaten with pleasure, are not related to the decoration of the box.
A human being is also a box full of habits, behavior, thinking and qualities.
The outer attire attracts everyone but what kind of person he is, how he thinks, how he speaks, how he behaves, all these are more important.
There is a saying 'When you meet a person for the first time, you judge who he is by his clothes. When he leaves, his true identity is revealed through his personality.
Nowadays, a lot of emphasis is given to the choice of clothes. Yes, clean, well-worn clothes increase a person's self-confidence.
But the truth is that clothes are not everything. If there is something special in your personality then your clothes should be of modern fashion or not that does not matter.
Just think, what does a doctor's education do with his clothes? His knowledge does not depend on clothes. What Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution, wore does not make any difference to his invaluable contribution.
As much emphasis as you give on choosing clothes, give as much emphasis on imbibing virtues.
Yama - There are two ways of living. One is that of Sreya (the good) and other of preya the pleasant. Preya is the path of materialism, of enjoyment. The path of sreya is that of spirituality.
Both these ways present themselves to a person in various ways. A wise one chooses sreya instead of preya. A dull-witted person walks the path of preya. The path of enjoyment is the path of ignorance. The spiritual path is the path of enlightenment and knowledge.
The one who opts for preya consider only pleasure as true. The one who opts for sreya considers only self (soul) as true. The path of preya takes one towards sense organs. The path of sreya take one beyond sense organs.
The truth about the soul can not be known through logic. Through the knowledge imparted by a Guru, the truth of the self (soul) can be known.
Consider the body to be a chariot and the soul, the master of the chariot. Consider the intellect as the charioteer and mind the reins.
Sense organs are the horses and pleasures their path. The fickle one who does not rein the mind the sense organs are not in his control just as the ill-behaved horses of the charioteer.
The Steady-minded one who has reined the mind firmly. The sense organs remain in his control...just as good horses of charioteer.
Only who has firmly reined his mind only such a one reaches his goal. Sense objects are superior to sense organs mind is superior to objects.
Intellect is superior to the mind...and the soul is superior to intellect. The one who knows this self goes beyond death.
What is Mindfulness?
Being attentive is paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations at all times. The objective is to let ideas, feelings, and sensations come and go without interfering with them or wanting to respond to them.
When you practice mindfulness, you will come to understand more about how your thoughts, feelings, and sensations impact one another, as well as how your mood and interactions with the outside world.
Mindfulness with Gratitude
Gratitude and mindfulness are two strategies that complement one another effectively. Gratitude and mindfulness both teach us to appreciate the things that make us happy in the present moment without passing judgment on them.
We must first recognize what we are thankful for to develop the habit of feeling appreciation. We must set aside the time necessary for this.
You may practice mindfulness and gratitude simultaneously by maintaining a thanksgiving journal. Every day, make it a point to write out a list of things for which you are grateful. This list may be made up of everything you can think of, including objects, people, ideas, and experiences.
Possess Attitude of Gratitude
Spend more time composing the list describing the experiences you are grateful for and how they made you feel. A brief statement is sufficient; try not to ramble. Instead, enhance your understanding of how you experienced this incident.
You might also include active appreciation in your mindfulness practices. For instance, mindfulness can enable us to view unpleasant events without passing judgment.
By including an element of thankfulness, we may enhance this experience. We are, in a sense, seeing a positive side to that experience. The goal is not to minimize how you feel after a bad encounter; rather, try to look for reasons to be grateful.
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