WORKOUTS IN THE EMOTIONAL
GYM
Times of India - 29th July 2012
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Start with 10 minutes of
mental jogging. Let all thoughts crowd your mind.
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Slow down. Indulge in positive
emotional visualisation.
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Laugh, relax and meditate
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Breathe in and breathe
out for 15 minutes every day
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Do not allow your mind to
get trapped in re-running past events or worrying about the future
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Try some controlled day
dreaming
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Experiment with creative
problem solving exercises for confidence
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Take time out each day to
notice and appreciate what you have and the beauty around you
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Be an optimist —
always focus on what you can do and expect positive outcomes
PRESSURES THAT BOG YOU
DOWN
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Negative self-talk
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Unrealistic expectations
from self and others
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Excessively demanding
jobs, workaholism, lack of social support
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Lack of time management
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Substance abuse
