Words Work


      
         I refuse to write this post as asked. Today they asked me to write 10 things I need to stop doing. So instead I am going to write things that I need to work on. I have found in my past 5 years of working towards the best version of myself that I need to phrase things in the positive. Yes I know some people probably are thinking but you have to still acknowledge negatives. Here is my answer to that. I do I just say it is something I am working on or toward rather then something I need to stop doing. Simple phrasing of words can change the level of anxiety or emotions that come with things that need to be done. I have been taught to positively change my negative thoughts into "I'm working on..." thoughts. I know for some people this may not work but for me it helps me to feel more positive about the things I am working on and less overwhelmed. Perspective is everything and we all have things we are working on and getting better at. Its word work of sorts. Learning to use different words and phrases in your life. Life is filled with opportunities to be positive and keep yourself upbeat by simply allowing yourself to think in a different way.
       Below you will find a list of 5 things I am working towards. This is my current list but just like I have stated in posts before lists like this are ever changing by the day and sometimes the minute. For me some days I am working towards making it through the next hour of my day with a positive attitude, other days I am focused on working towards writing a paper or completing a big project. It all is a matter of where I am at that day and in that moment. Here is today's list. 

  1. Sharing my journey tomorrow to bring awareness to mental health. 
  2. Making time for myself within each day to reflect and check in with myself. 
  3. Keeping a positive attitude even in hard moments. 
  4. Getting through student teaching and taking time to enjoy the process. 
  5. Enjoying the simple moments in my life. 

Today think about the things you are working on in your life. Don't think of it as negatives think of it as a positive step towards becoming the best version of yourself. Love life and enjoy each day. More to come after sharing my story. 
 

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