I ran across this this morning.
Do I focus on the negative aspects (difficulties) involved with being sober (opportunity)? (neg/pos)
Do I focus on the positive aspects (opportunities) of not drinking (difficulty)? (pos/neg)
I choose to focus on the positive aspects (opportunities) of being sober (opportunity). (pos/pos)
This is focusing on the positive outcome of a positive change.
It really helps! My hubs and I are happy we don;t drink because we never have to worry about a DUI. we argue a LOT less, I don't gain all the weight I did when I drank and then ate too much, my depression is manageable, and so much more!
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wendy
Plan one work out this week. Make the effort to get to it, but cut yourself slack if like gets in the way.
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Recovery is noticing the all or nothing thinking and trying to change it. And being ok with that, even if it is hard.
You are doing great.
Anne
Wendy - I have also noticed my moods being much more evened out. I'm not always in a good mood, and I don't seem to get that hyper happy like I did when drinking. But I also am not experiencing the severe anxiety and depression like I was either.
ReplyDeleteAnne - You are so right. I struggle with all or nothing. If I don't work out Monday then the whole week is shot and I give up. I need to tell myself that one day is better than 0 days.
I really like the quote; stay positive, even when you don't feel it, is how I'm rolling these days!
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