You have to want to change your
life. Others can want it for you and encourage you as much as they can, but
ultimately, you have to want it for yourself. Often times, you know exactly
what you need to change in your life but might find yourself lacking the
courage to do what is needed.
Do something different. Do
something you have never done. Take a different route to work. Talk a walk in
the park instead of exercising indoors. Even a small change can be a
significant change.
Refocus. You might find yourself
stuck in a rut if you focus on the wrong things. If you look too long at the
past, you might find it hard to clearly see the present and the future. If you
are constantly looking at negatives it is hard to see and enjoy the positives.
Change your attitude. The
attitude you have in all circumstances and situations play a role in the
results you create in your life. While it is true you will experience
unexpected bumps along life’s journey, it is your choice what type of attitude
you will have as you endure them. Control your attitude. Do not let your
attitude control you.
Stop feeling sorry for yourself.
There are times when most of us make life harder than it is or needs to be. In
life there are lessons to be learned. You can opt to grow and become stronger
from them or remain in a rut. In order to see how blessed your life is, you
might have to take a step back from your own life and look at the lives of
those who are not as fortunate as you. It is hard to feel sorry for yourself
when someone has it much worse.
If you are stuck in a rut, it is
time to shake things up!
Be blessed.
Another wonderful, encouraging post, Misty! Thanks for sharing some wonderful truths that I need to listen to and act on. :)
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