MINDSET MATTERS PART 2
By Angeli Marie Shaw
In the last issue, I discussed our powerhouses (our brain) and shared how we can gain a better understanding of how it works. Through this understanding, comes a degree of power, so how can we tap into this power to facilitate growth? And how can this improve our mindsets and assist us in making decisions to take better care of ourselves, our health, and our business? I said it in Part 1 of this article, any step you take, no matter how big or small is an investment in YOU. And now that you’ve made the decision to grow, where do you begin? Priding myself on taking a holistic approach to all that I do, the options out there are endless which whilst promising, can also create confusion and uncertainty when making decisions. Firstly, let’s look at some practical tips to adjust that mindset, then work with that momentum… 1. How you start your morning sets the tone for the day. Start off with a positive affirmation, or some positive self-talk in the mirror, no matter how silly it feels. Statements like “Todays going to be a good day” or “I am capable of whatever I set my mind to” is a good start. 2. Transform negative self-talk into positive self-talk. Sometimes the negative talk slips in so easily that we hardly realise it, but these thoughts can turn into internalised feelings and can cement your conceptions of yourself. If you catch yourself doing this, 96
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replace the negative with positive. Turn ‘I can’t’ into ‘I can try’. 3. No matter how small, focus on the good things. There’s no such thing as a perfect day. For example, if it begins to rain as your heading out for a walk, think about the time you now have to watch a movie you’ve always wanted to see or start that new book you purchased. 4. Turn your failures into lessons. You’re always going to make mistakes, so instead of focusing on what went wrong, think about what you’ve learnt and how you’ll do it differently next time. 5. Surround yourself with positive people, friends, and mentors. Try your best to eliminate the negative influences in your life and replace them with positive ones. Not only with their positive influence rub off on you, but the on-flow effect is priceless. The positive influence will impact your line of thinking, which then influences your words, and then your actions. Just as surrounding yourself with positive influences has a great effect on you, your positive influence can have a great effect on others.
Got some momentum now? Looking at ways to further enhance and grow? This is where so many can get stuck, resulting in procrastination, stagnancy and an ‘I can’t do it’ attitude. Don’t be hard on yourself if you get stuck here. We’ve all been there (including me) but through exploration, curiosity, and a willingness to step out of your comfort zone, you’ll soon find your way, and continue the momentum. Making real change in your life means taking the necessary actions, and then remaining consistent, after all, everything takes time. Now let’s have a look at the different options available to you whilst tapping into your power to make the changes you desire. Below is a starting point of some things to consider… Physical health - one of many factors that contribute to our overall wellbeing, looking at your physical health and making positive changes can have immediate and longterm health benefits. It reduces your risk of developing disease, increases energy levels, and improves your quality of life overall. Physical activity also improves mental health and can change the levels of chemical such
