Aug 28 2008
Dealing with Negative Circumstances
We all have negative circumstances in our lives, and we all have the same power struggle when we try to remain positive and stay focused on positive elements in our lives. It does happen with a lot of work.
I also received a suggestion from a friend last night, as I was venting my stresses. She said, write down all of the items that you were upset about this past year and then write down the outcome. Write down how you were feeling at the time, and then review the end result. She said that then you can visually see how you were feeling, remember how you were feeling, and then the relief that you felt after there was some resolution.
I really liked this idea. In counseling you’re often asked, “what is the worst that can happen,” and this practice sort of reiterates that questioning. Did the worst happen or could it have been worse?
I really like this exercise, and I’m now recommending it to you. Tell me if this works for you.
