Emotional Gym

WORKOUTS IN THE EMOTIONAL GYM 

Times of India - 29th July 2012

·         Start with 10 minutes of mental jogging. Let all thoughts crowd your mind.

·         Slow down. Indulge in positive emotional visualisation.

·          Laugh, relax and meditate

·         Breathe in and breathe out for 15 minutes every day

·         Do not allow your mind to get trapped in re-running past events or worrying about the future

·         Try some controlled day dreaming

·         Experiment with creative problem solving exercises for confidence

·         Take time out each day to notice and appreciate what you have and the beauty around you

·         Be an optimist — always focus on what you can do and expect positive outcomes 

PRESSURES THAT BOG YOU DOWN 

·        Negative self-talk

·        Unrealistic expectations from self and others

·        Excessively demanding jobs, workaholism, lack of social support

·        Lack of time management

·        Substance abuse