Most times we do not realize how much our thoughts control our behavior. Once a person repeatedly thinks something, eventually those thoughts will come to fruition, whether in success or failure. We all remember The Little Engine That Could. The emphasis was on the fact that he kept repeating to himself "I think I can. I think I can." and guess what? He could!"Belief drives behaviors and self-limiting belief leads to self-defeating behavior. Believe in yourself and your abilities"
Lately, I have found myself in a very negative state of mind. I constantly tell myself I am too busy, I am over whelmed and that I have too much on my plate. The reality is I am only what I say that I am. Negative thoughts only take away the space that positive thoughts could occupy. This limits my ability to do well because before there is an outcome, I have already counted myself out by my thoughts alone. From now on, I am not too busy or overwhelmed, I am simply well occupied. I should be grateful for all the opportunities that I have to make myself a stronger and better person. Challenges in life are great things, they are a chance to prove just how strong you are.
I admit, life can get a little over whelming sometimes, but the great thing is God will never put more on you than you can bear. With midterms before us it is very critical that we take this time to practice our positive attitudes. Even if your grade is not where you believe it should be, know that it is not too late. Instead of sulking about what you did not do thus far, know that there is the same amount of opportunity ahead to make a great change! Believe in yourself, think positive thoughts and be the best you.
Long story short, the glass is only half empty if you think it is.
I feel you. I know exactly how that feel. I hate when I feel completely overwhelmed. This midterm week is driving me crazy.
ReplyDeleteYou're absolutely right that thoughts can control you. But just think, once you successfully graduate from college, you will have done something that many others could not or did not, despite the obstacles that weigh you down from time to time, you will overcome so that you can encourage others.
ReplyDeleteNote a few minor corrections below.
Death to Pessimism.
"Belief drives behaviors and self-limiting belief leads to self-defeating behavior. Believe in yourself and your abilities"
Most times, we do not realize how much our thoughts control our behavior. Once a person repeatedly thinks something, eventually those thoughts will come to fruition, whether in success or failure. We all remember The Little Engine That Could. The emphasis was on the fact that he kept repeating to himself "I think I can. I think I can." And guess what? He could!
Lately, I have found myself in a very negative state of mind. I constantly tell myself I am too busy, I am overwhelmed and that I have too much on my plate. The reality is, I am only what I say that I am. Negative thoughts only take away the space that positive thoughts could occupy. This limits my ability to do well because before there is an outcome, I have already counted myself out by my thoughts alone. From now on, I am not too busy or overwhelmed, I am simply well occupied. I should be grateful for all the opportunities that I have to make myself a stronger and better person. Challenges in life are great things, they are a chance to prove just how strong you are.
I admit, life can get a little overwhelming sometimes, but the great thing is God will never put more on you than you can bear. With midterms before us, it is very critical that we take this time to practice our positive attitudes. Even if your grade is not where you believe it should be, know that it is not too late. Instead of sulking about what you did not do thus far, know that there is the same amount of opportunity ahead to make a great change! Believe in yourself, think positive thoughts and be the best you.
Long story short, the glass is only half empty if you think it is.
The Road to Redemption
ReplyDeleteWednesday, March 13, 2013Death to Pessimism.
"Belief drives behaviors and self-limiting belief leads to self-defeating behavior. Believe in yourself and your abilities"
Most times we do not realize how much our thoughts control our behavior. Once a person repeatedly thinks something, eventually those thoughts will come to fruition, whether in success or failure. We all remember The Little Engine That Could. The emphasis was on the fact that he kept repeating to himself "I think I can. I think I can." and guess what? He could!
Lately, I have found myself in a very negative state of mind. I constantly tell myself I am too busy, I am over whelmed and that I have too much on my plate. The reality is I am only what I say that I am. Negative thoughts only take away the space that positive thoughts could occupy. This limits my ability to do well because before there is an outcome, I have already counted myself out by my thoughts alone. From now on, I am not too busy or overwhelmed, I am simply well occupied. I should be grateful for all the opportunities that I have to make myself a stronger and better person. Challenges in life are great things, they are a chance to prove just how strong you are.
I admit, life can get a little over whelming sometimes, but the great thing is God will never put more on you than you can bear. With midterms before us it is very critical that we take this time to practice our positive attitudes. Even if your grade is not where you believe it should be, know that it is not too late. Instead of sulking about what you did not do thus far, know that there is the same amount of opportunity ahead to make a great change! Believe in yourself, think positive thoughts and be the best you.
Long story short, the glass is only half empty if you think it is.
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Iesha LeeMarch 15, 2013 at 6:15 PM
I feel you. I know exactly how that feel. I hate when I feel completely overwhelmed. This midterm week is driving me crazy.
Jasmine,
I saw a typo in my response. See the correction.
You're absolutely right that thoughts can control you. But just think, once you successfully graduate from college, you will have done something that many others could not or did not. Despite the obstacles that weigh you down from time to time, you will overcome so that you can encourage others.
This is an amazing post. One of the best things I heard someone say is "the best ideas are in the graveyard". Meaning people have so many dreams, ideas and inventions but let them die with them. Positive thinking does yield postitive results.
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