Have you heard the saying by the late author and motivational speaker Dr. Wayne Dyer, "If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change?" Well if you haven't heard this powerful quote before, you have now and it's one hundred percent true! As an example, think back to a worrying problem or situation you've experienced recently, wasn't it only once you adjusted how you look at it and altered your perspective weren't you able to clarify the issues and find a solution?
The same can be said for how you approach your days and will even largely determines the kind of life you live. Changing your perspective can be life affirming and empowering. Pause and take a fresh look at a situation in your life you currently find overwhelming or even the life you're currently living if its increasing your stress levels and you may find yourself seeing things - challenges, or negative situations, or even your life - in a whole new light.
Try these 5 strategies to alter your perception for more positive results in your life:
1. Embrace uncertainty - Maybe you don't think something is possible. But what if your desire could become a possibility by just changing your perspective?
* For example, maybe you've tried dieting over and over again without getting the results that you want. But what if this time, you shift your perspective from dieting to changing your lifestyle. You could then affirm with confidence, "I am losing weight and getting fit."
2. Make a commitment to be more open-minded - Meeting new people and facing new situations is just a part of life, so, why not try being open to the fresh ideas that your new friends might bring? Give it a shot and see how it goes when you're more open-minded and accepting. Maybe it's time to ditch those old ways of looking at things and embrace a new perspective!
3. Consciously cultivate a positive outlook - Whenever you want to enhance your life, shift the way you see something to a more positive outlook. Let's say your two besties went out shopping and didn't invite you to go. You might feel left out, rejected, and even angry about it. But what if you were to view the situation differently, even positively?
* Perhaps they didn't really plan to shop. Maybe it happened spontaneously out of a need they both had to go shopping for something right then. Plus, your birthday's coming up in 2 weeks. Maybe they're planning a special surprise for you.
* Recognise that when you focus on having a more positive life, your perspective will change for the better.
4. Steer clear of habitual perspectives - When you make the connection that your perspective is what creates any discontent you feel, you can then choose to view things differently. For example, let's say you usually think your boss gives you the project with the most work just because he wants to dump on you.
* What would happen if you were to shift your perspective to the idea that your manager trusts you most to successfully complete the most challenging projects? You'd feel a lot differently about your boss, job, and your own abilities.
5. Release past grievances - Even if someone has upset you, entertain the idea that it wasn't intentional. Maybe they were having a rough day or made a mistake in judgment. Perhaps a misunderstanding took place between you. One of the best ways to get out of a rut is to change how you respond to those around you.
* An effective way to shift your viewpoint is by releasing a grudge. Give it a try, you will appreciate the outcome. Remember, holding onto grudges and anger only harms you more than it does the other individual.
When you feel stuck in a negative cycle, consider using these methods to shift your viewpoint. You will realise the control you wield over your life and be more empowered by the outcomes.
By|womenwhoslay @womenwhoslay
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