There are so many things that easily distract us in our day-to-day lives – things that can preoccupy our minds and cause much unwanted static. Television is a primary source to inject our minds with fear, anger, hurt and disappointment. I believe that most networks want us to fill our time watching meaningless reality television or programs that do not promote positivity in our world. We are constantly bombarded with negative news stories from around the world about politics, the economy, natural disasters, mass murder, environmental disasters etc…It is hard to remain positive in a world that seems to only want to instil fear, hate, anger and rage. I have found many ways to ensure that my mind is not filled with the poison that television tries to ingest into us (besides the obvious of turning the television off), here are my 10 favourites:
1. Exercise
If you have had a bad day – and you have much pent-up frustration and anger inside of you, there is no better way to release this anger than by working out. Getting the blood flowing in your body is a great way to release stress, anger and the days frustrations. Start with some light full body warm ups, then 30 – 45 minutes of strength training and ending with a nice relaxing 15 – 20 minute jog. You will feel rejuvenated having released your frustrations and have a sense that you have accomplished something great for your mental and physical health.
2. Meditation
A great way to relax for daily tension is to meditate. This may take some practice (especially for those who find it difficult to silence your inner voice) but once you have practiced a few short meditations, you will find it very rewarding to connect with a higher consciousness. By quieting our inner voice, we can sync our energies and focus on the things that are of real importance to us.
3. Go Back To Nature
A great way to give us perspective on what really should matter in our lives is the natural and beautiful landscapes our earth has given us. Going back to nature is a great way to forget about our troubles and to quiet the mind. Listen to the whisper of the trees, the gentle sounds of water meeting with the shoreline and the relaxing chimes of the birds singing. If you really want to feel connected to our earth and marvel at its beauty – you don’t really have to go far. Connecting with our earth may even ignite a passion in you to defend its natural beauty.
4. Learn Something New That Isn’t Too Stressful
If you love art – try taking an art class. If you love to cook – take a cooking class. If you love languages or have always wanted to speak another language – take a course to learn a new language. If you love to dance – take a dance class. The opportunities are endless and we are never to old to learn something new and exciting. Never limit yourself to what you can’t do but to what you want to do. Look at learning new things as fun and good rather than scary and hard – this will make learning something new so much more positive.
5. Listen to your favourite music and music artist(s)
I always found that listening to my favourite light music has always allowed me to relax from daily tension. If your music library has been worn out….try listening to new music – especially world music. I found that New Age and Chillout music has contributed much to helping me quiet the static in my mind.
6. Keep a journal
I find that keeping a journal (you don’t have to write in it daily – although you probably will) and writing every time you feel stressed, angry, upset, hurt etc…will allow you to release that stress or whatever pain you are feeling from keeping your feelings inside. This is a great way to help you understand and pinpoint the exact reason someone or something is bothering you. Sometimes what is really bothering us is not really what we thought it was at all.
7. Read a book by your favourite author or take the time to discover a new one
A great way to take your mind of something that has been festering in you is by reading a book. Reading takes some concentration and the use of our imagination – once you pick up a book you will have to focus on giving those words meaning and bringing them to life. What better way to escape from our day-to-day lives by creating a world using only words and our imaginations.
We don’t realize how important it is to give our minds a break from the demanding and fast-paced pressures of today’s world. Many people can’t even function without the help of pharmaceuticals to keep us going – some people need help with sleep, anxiety, depression, stress, nervousness, etc….if we just took the time to quiet our minds and allow ourselves the luxury to really feel and be present in what we feel and what we do – we would be so much more loving and positive with one another.
COALITION OF POSITIVE ENERGY 