The mental diet is changing my life. It’s been about three weeks since I started the mental diet. I fail often but I find myself flipping a negative emotion to a positive so much more often.
I notice the negative when I listen to myself and others and I try to find the positive within.
In the past I may have considered this “toxic positivity” but it certainly isn’t. I’m not pushing my beliefs on anyone else, it’s only for me and in my mind I chose positivity because it helps me stay in harmony.
I know for a fact that I feel better when I foster positivity, gratitude and prayer consistently in my mind. My inner world has become a more pleasant place to reside.
What fascinates me the most is that it is such a simple exercise. The rules are to eliminate negative thoughts, if a negative thought resides for more than seven seconds, start over.
Easy, right? I’ve learned my mind is quick to go back to old habits, it takes a conscious effort to follow the guidelines. Nevertheless I persist. I will try and try again and I will be a changed woman.
It does take a conscious effort but keep persisting!
Keep going! I find this one of the hardest practices, my subconscious keeps trying to pull me back into old negative patterns. But with presence, mindfulness, and even a bit of humor, it gets easier every day. Keep it up! ❤️
This is so true,Erin. A simple but powerful practice. Your persistence is inspiring
Erin, Thanks for sharing. I am always surprised at my thoughts when I really sit and observe myself and the thoughts to myself as well. Always love that positive side.