Positive Reinforcement

I had the morning from hell that just didn't seem to want to end. One thing after another and at one point I thought about how to make it all end. Eventually I pulled myself together and I came across some clippings from a magazine that I had put aside to make a visualization board with. As I sat on my bed and looked at the random words and phrases I felt motivated to turn the morning around. I grabbed a scissor, glue and heavy piece of paper and started making a reminder to myself in the form of positive affirmations. I had used something similar many years ago when I was working a job in a toxic environment. Hung over my desk was one simple phrase that I referred to anytime the stress began to build. It said "worrying doesn't change anything". Yes it is simple and the practice of reminding myself that worrying does NOT change anything would help me to stop and breathe and calm myself. Today I needed much more than one sentence. It took me a good twenty minutes or so to complete my little poster but the process helped me change my mindset. Anger, resentment, disappointment and self-doubt can really mess with your way of thinking. It can lead to fear, a feeling of unworthiness, hopelessness and sometimes desparate thoughts. I turned it around with affirmations to motivate me, boost my confidence and push me to go on and "make it happen". No matter what garbage is thrown my way, I do have the power to steer myself in the right direction. I respect myself and I do not have to contend with anyone who doesn't respect me. I am worthy and deserving of good. I do not need to settle for less.