When I’m in a gloomy mood or find myself agonizing over decision, I think of the saying, “SNAP out of it!” I use the word “SNAP” as an acronym for the following:
S = Surrender control. Shit is gonna happen that is totally outside your control. Deal with it without controlling it. You can’t win against the tide of life. Ask yourself if you’re going with the flow or fighting it. You’ll be a lot happier if you move with it.
N = Nix Thinking. Stop the “paralysis by analysis” mode of operation. Sometimes you just have to make a decision. Even a decision not to make a decision is a decision. Stop racking your brain about it. Constant thinking blocks all energy.
A = Access Spirit. Once you stop thinking with your mind, you can access your true decision and healing capabilities of your spirit. Meditate. Walk your dog. Take a bath. Garden. Anything to shut down your intrusive thoughts for a while.
P = Pick Happiness. Only YOU can choose to be happy. Stop blaming other people for your unhappiness and start looking within. If you’re in an unhappy situation, access your spirit and find a way to change it.
Hope this lifts your spirits when you need it!
3/15/08
SNAP out of it!
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