Embracing Lifelong Learning
When graduating from high school, my classmates and I embraced a vision: to become lifelong learners. Over the years, this has evolved into more than just absorbing new information.
The Influence of Mindset and Habits
As life progresses, we are increasingly shaped by our mindsets and habits. Our bandwidth is finite, as we all share the same 24 hours daily, yet some become inspired while others feel discouraged.
Life’s Ebb and Flow
I see life as a pedestrian crosswalk, marked by alternating white and dark stripes — the various periods of our existence. At some point, everyone encounters setbacks and failures.
Resilience in the Face of Adversity
The significant difference lies in how quickly one can rebound from these adverse circumstances. A person’s mindset is crucial in navigating these challenging times more effortlessly.
The Power of Self-Compassion
It’s easy to berate oneself with thoughts like, “How stupid of me for doing this or that.” However, it is precisely at these moments that patience and kindness towards oneself are paramount.
Back to Basics: Coping with Stress
In such times, I find it beneficial to return to the basics. Reflecting on my earlier posts, it’s impossible to be in fight-or-flight mode and simultaneously experience relaxing deep breathing.
Deep Breathing: My Go-To Coping Tool
Deep breathing is my number one coping ‘interrupt’ tool. When the world seems to be crumbling, taking a few deep breaths helps me to step back from the brink.
Incorporating Breathing into Daily Routine
This simple exercise takes a moment and can be integrated multiple times throughout the day. Moreover, this brief practice is a strong anchor in a daily routine, offering a foothold when working towards positive life changes.
Taking Small Steps Forward
It is a small, manageable step for times when other actions may feel overwhelming.
