Life is very interesting and will give us some ups-and-downs. Those ups-and-downs can change in a blink of an eye, and leave us wondering what we did or why is this happening.
But what I want you to remember is that you are not alone in these feelings. Believe me, I have been there! And to be very realistic about it, everyone has to face some giants and challenges in life. And as we go through those challenges it is important that we learn how to overcome them. One important aspect in learning how to overcome those challenges is to stay focused and remain in peace as you go through them.
We all have our very own preferences on how to deal and face challenges in life. However, there are a few tips and steps that can help you through some challenging times. Utilize them all or a few of them to help you through your challenging times!
- STOP: Stop is one of my favorite strategies to use. It is one of the best mindfulness techniques that you can use when going through challenges in life. STOP stands for “Stop” – “Take A Step Back” – “Observe,” and “Proceed Mindfully!” Using this technique is very POWERFUL. When using this technique during trying times or even each day, you are allowing yourself to take that PAUSE break that you need to help you gain perspective, think proactively, and determine the best possible action you can take next. The more that you utilize this mindfulness practice it can help you reduce the negative effects of stress.
- Have A Positive Mindset: What you think, speak, and absorb internally, becomes your reality. Remember to think positively, speak positively, and do positive things. Thinking positive begins with a mental awareness. This means being mindful and practicing mindfulness techniques (meditation, praying and manifesting). Somethings to consider are: identify areas to change; removing people and things that are distractions; focus on the good in any given situation; be optimistic; meditate to quiet your mind and body; burn off negative mindsets, relationships, activities; surround yourself with positive people and things; and practice positive self-talk.
- Think BIG: You can overcome challenges by thinking BIGGER than the challenge. Remember the size of your success and triumph is determined by the size of your belief. Each day empower the habit of THINKING BIG no matter what challenges you are facing. This means you must think globally about the problems that are confronting your reality. THINKING BIG requires that you see any issue or challenge from a wider and far-reaching perspective. Simply, shift your perspective of having no limitations and no fears. Use the “landscape mirror” view of thinking and not the “rearview mirror” of thinking. Just THINK BIGGER…
- Stare It Down: It is so important to STARE at your challenges. Stare them right in the eye and confront them. Don’t run from them, because you can’t. Running from the challenges does not remove them or make them disappear. You must EMBRACE the journey, learn from it, and trust that that the challenge is there for a reason — and it will all work out for your good. Stare at the challenge and speak to it and know that there is a higher being right there with you, helping you through it. Staring at those challenges and speaking to them will give you the power you need to press forward. Your challenges are your learning lessons to be better, stronger, and braver.
- Make A “Action” Plan: When going through challenges, you may not know what is going to happen, but you should always plan ahead. Reflect and assess where you are and what you need to change. Take this time to assess optimal outcomes, ask those important questions, and write the steps down to help you achieve them. Set some new goals and the objectives it will take you to accomplish them, and then just execute them. Know that making an “action plan” from the challenges can be so POWERFUL. Use your STRENGTHS appropriately to help you feel good about yourself and assist with making an action plan. Having an action plan, can help with with clear direction, highlight exactly what steps to be taken, and can motivate you to be committed to not let this challenge over take you.
- Ask For Help: Know that you are not alone, so please do find and seek help. Whatever you are facing, don’t be ashamed. Give yourself GRACE and know that having the ability to ask for help is actually a STRENGTH. There is no better time, then when you are dealing with a challenge — than to ask for help. Reach out to trusted friends in your circle, family and colleagues, and even a mentor or coach that can offer you assistance and advice. Know that when you fail to ask for help when needed, you simply fail to utilize the systemic support surrounding you. Admitting that you need help you are affording yourself the opportunity to gain insight, support, and growth. Also, if you are a spiritual person, like I am — there is a HIGHER POWER and being that is always there for you.
- Don’t Give Up: Never GIVE UP! No matter what you are facing, never loose HOPE. Being persistent is huge in overcoming challenges. When you give up you are admitting defeat. Never give defeat and YES, but speak back to it with a NO. You have such POWER within you to do great things. You must POWER through your challenges by practicing STOP, having that POSITIVE MINDSET, thinking BIG, STARRING DOWN your challenges, making an ACTION PLAN, asking for HELP, and just never GIVE UP.
Know that life is full of obstacles and challenges, and they are inevitable. But, it is how you approach and deal with those challenges that matter most. Utilize these steps to help you be the OVERCOMER that God designed you to be. You are more resilient than you think you are. BELIEVE in yourself and know that you have a POWERFUL PURPOSE within you.
I love hearing from you. Let me know in the comments what challenges you have facd or may be facing that I can help you with and be in agreement with you on. Keep pressing forward and know that life is what you give it — so give it your ALL.
Now go out each day striving to be your best. Write a different page in your chapter, and be purposeful in all that you are doing.
Best,
-Dr. Z
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