Right now, life is tough. All around. The ups and downs of our current existence is sometimes exhilarating, but mostly exhausting and downright scary at times. I find myself going through such distinct phases and stages – from excited, to fearful, to hopeful, to traumatised, to learning quick, to adapting, to stumbling and to carry all these hopes and fears constantly and on and on it goes…
The pressures and demands of our current existence are hectic! Most of us operate in this space.
What I’m finding currently, is that I have to be SO much more AWARE of my mindset and reactions. I HAVE to focus on my awareness. Putting the one foot in front of the other, and being consistent in my words and actions.
What helps me with my awareness are Anchoring Thoughts. It serves to bring one’s attention to the moment and enables one to make conscious choices. It literally serves as an anchor during these stormy times and brings my awareness back to the things I need to focus on.
I’d like to challenge you to try it. It’s simply a phrase and thought that you keep on repeating to yourself throughout the day. Often, the situations in your day will determine how often you repeat it. Aim for ±2 per hour.
We’ll focus on the following outcomes:
Gratitude
I did a lesson Plan on the topic “Silence the Critic” which you can find on our Growth Centre tab on our website. The focus of that lesson is on Gratitude. It truly find it harder now, during this time of so many things going wrong. But I constantly re-commit to this exercise and the results are always immediate. Check out the Lesson Plan and apply the principle. It’ll serve you!
Anchoring thought
“Today I behold the Abundance that surrounds me.”
Keep repeating and notice how different the world starts looking.
Law of Attraction
Most of us know this principle – but there’s a vast difference between knowing something and doing something… Especially now – our focus is generally all over the place & fraught with stress. The person controlling your focus & thoughts is you. Use the below anchoring thought to shift your focus. Force your mind onto what you want. Keep repeating…
Anchoring thought
“Today I focus on what I want to attract in my life.”
Growing & Learning
When you’re green you grow, when you’re ripe you rot. This life is about learning & adapting. Today’s world is all about technology & computers. So, think of it as Rebooting & upgrading yourself – there’s so much more out there you need to know.
Anchoring thought
“Today I’ll practice what others won’t, so that tomorrow I can do what other can’t.”
Empathy
If there was ever a time to have empathy – it is now! People are struggling & falling apart – this is the time understand them & support them. Also, showing empathy helps you deal with your won situation better and forges stronger relationships. Simply put – it’s also the RIGHT thing to do!
Anchoring thought
“In this moment, I’ll listen intently & try to understand.”
Random Acts of Kindness
Most of us find it difficult to feel sorry for ourselves when we are helping another. We are wired to help each other, and we derive much joy from it. There is such power in humility! Reach out and help another in any form, large or small.
Anchoring thought
“What can I do to help this person in this moment.”
The above examples are just a few general one’s, that have MUCH impact!
Once you’ve practiced it for a little while and your “Anchoring” is having an impact in your life, start writing down some Anchoring Thoughts for yourself, dependent on what you require, need, or want to attract and focus on. It is the start of programming your thoughts, clearing your path and paving the way towards the outcomes and results you require.
We’d appreciate your feedback, input and thoughts on this aspect, once you’ve started practicing it. Please leave your comment below!
We wish you luck and implore you to implement this simple, yet effective tool in your life.
Thank you.
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Random acts of kindness, sometimes it takes us doing something small for someone and seeing how grateful they are, to make us realise how much we have to be grateful for, and that life is not that bad.
Spot on Alzaan – the act is the giving – the blessing is in what we receive automatically…..
Sometimes it is hard, but every day just be grateful and respectful
Always find myself coming back to these…
definitely something to keep in the back of my mind, ensure that I can refer back to this and just take time to reflect.
1 – I have realized that life is too short.
2 – We need to realize that there is always someone out there that is worse off than you.
3 – Stop classing people by where they come from or what they have, show each and every human being in this world kindness.
4 – Always remember that a simple smile could be the difference between making or breaking down the next person.
Hi Ismail
I love what you have said, it is so true,
I believe in that theory that the universe does talk back to you, reaping what you saw. Being kind begets peace and there nothing that is above it, makes you content.
Grateful and act of kindness
Always be grateful for what you have what you have other people wish they could have it.
Do good to others and help without expectations
oh how I LOVE that Christina!
That anchoring thought will change lives (including your own)
It’s a good read
Being able to make a choice of your thoughts that is the most powerful tool to decrease stress in your life. The are situations that may occupy your
mind for the whole day and you know you can’t change anything at that moment so repeating positive affirmation words it’s the biggest step to conquer.
An insightful read.
I will try these out until anchoring my thoughts become habitual.
I am a huge believer of the law of attraction and proud to say that it is real.
Being Kind is something that costs nothing and I believe that if you show kindness it can change a situation 100 %
An interesting. always treat people with respect and acts of kindness. the way you treat people should impacts on how you are treated.
Living by these fundamental principles is certainly a great way to live.
A great believer in being humble and grateful for the little things we might have something someone else is longing for.
Being kind and hard working can take you a long way.
Never to old to learn.
Definitely worth trying, especially during difficult times. Agree, what we put out there will come back…
Great anchoring thoughts which should form part of the fundamental principles governing our lives. The challenge is to constantly remind oneself of these principals and living it amidst the rush of daily life.
I do believe in awareness of the steps I take. It works very effective to me.
We tend to take these small things for granted, the outcome of positive thoughts is greatness.
Adapt or die, I believe. Easier said than done, but well worth the effort!
My strong fiery red profile leaves very little room for empathy, even though it is the right thing to do. Becoming conscious of this fact already helped me to focus on this.
Still trying, believe that my challenge with monotony is holding me back.
There is always something to be grateful for.
Empathy is an essential quality to have.