We all have some moments in life where we are not confident of ourselves. In moments like these, it is time to evaluate our strengths and make a positive come back. We all have it in us to bounce back in all situations.
We all have moments in our lives when some form of negative thoughts creep into our mind. But if you are plagued by worries and gloomy thoughts, chances are, you are thinking more about the future than about the present. With so many things bad thoughts floating in our mind, it is easy to forget what is important in the here and now, and this affects your ability to take action. It is difficult to move forward if you think like this. The Bible offers us many words of encouragement, “Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself. Take the trouble of today as it comes.“
Some of us imagine the failure that will come and focus of it. This causes us to ponder over our situation, and this leads to tunnel vision. By worrying too much, a problem or potential problem become bigger than it is and we fail to consider other things, even possible solutions. The only way to stave off such thoughts is to develop confidence in your own abilities. One way about this is to begin learning to recognize that your own strategies are effective and sound.
By worrying too much, a problem or potential problem become bigger than it is and we fail to consider other things, even possible solutions. The only way to stave off such thoughts is to develop confidence in your own abilities. One way about this is to begin learning to recognize that own strategies are effective and sound.
To start, understand that you do not have a monopoly on failures. All of us have experiences coping with failures. Try to remember exactly how you managed to deal with failing an exam, not getting that job or breaking up with your ex-girlfriend or boyfriend. You’ll come to realize that it was not the end of the world-however sad or depressed you were at that point in time. Go through in your mind how you dealt with past experiences, and write them down on a piece of paper. Chances are, you have your own personal blueprint on how to deal with such events.
Learn to accept failures without being too critical about them or yourself. It would also help if you take even the smallest success as a reason to be happy. If you think that you might not be able to cope with something – for instance, an examination, a job interview, an important project- overcome you self doubts by writing down 10 reasons why you will be successful with the situation, in spite of the hurdles you have to overcome. If you have a phobia of studying or taking examinations for example, learn how you can improve your study skills or invest in some memory training material or memory techniques that will help. If you are shy or fear meeting people, try to rationalize your fears and emotions and come to realize that the vast majority of people are kind and understanding. If you suffer from anxiety attacks in a crowded place or in high places, try to adopt some relaxation techniques that will help you to keep calm in many situations. Remember, when you fall down, you should help yourself get up again and dust yourself off. You have done so as a child and will do so as you get older.
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