Word choices and the energy it puts out to the universe.
6/23/2024
11:30 pm
During a conversation earlier today about positivity I noticed that my person’s word choices sounded doubtful.
I remarked that saying, “I wish…” or “I hope…”, sounded unsure. It should be a more action-oriented statement instead. Saying “I will be better” instead of “I hope I can be better”, gives a more defined accountability for one’s actions.
After much discussion, he agreed that it would possibly help in his thoughts and he was going to give it a try. I think everyone should be purposeful in their actions and the words you speak should match.
I have tried to maintain this way of thinking over the last 6 to 7 years after much therapy and discussion with my psychologist. It was under the umbrella of cognitive behavior therapy. Understanding the underlying issues for the automatic reactions to situations such as stress, anxiety, and depression.
It was at this time that I was reading more about positive affirmations and how they can affect one’s brain response. It was also at this time that my psychologist suggested journaling and starting this blog was the result.
At that time I was trying in earnest to find the silver lining in every situation even if there did not seem to be one. It helped for a long time and now it is almost an automatic response. There can be days when the pull of the depression is overwhelming. I sometimes have to try a different tactic for dealing with the thoughts such as walking, writing, or creating. A good nap is also a mood changer. Remember to take things one day at a time.
I even went so far as to complete 100 days of gratitude a few different times. I wrote down three things that I was grateful for every morning. This affected how I felt every day. I was in a better mood and my sleep was better overall. I have been thinking about starting that again.
Then there is this idea of manifestation. Positive statements combined with sometimes visualization to create something that you want. It could be a new job, a new relationship, or completing a task of some sort.
This I have some practice doing but not much. There are still some lingering doubts and negativity that come up when I try. Old habits are sometimes really hard to break especially when dealing with trauma-related issues.
Despite these doubts, I still give it a try every once in a while, when I feel stuck on something or I am trying to find a solution.
After our discussion today, I gave him examples of what I meant, as it pertained to everyday life. Take for instance when I first separated from my ex-husband and I was struggling to just survive every day. It took a toll on me the first couple of years and then after the second hospitalization for the depression, I just threw out those worries to the universe to “move them wherever they needed to go”.
The next thing I knew, I had a better job with more pay, moved to a better apartment, and had a better vehicle for work. Things started turning around. Coincidence? Maybe. All I know is that since that time, I do not worry so much about these things and it always seems to work out the way it needs to be.
I believe that the energy we put out into the universe will eventually come back to us. If you want a positive life then the energy you put out should match those desires. There are belief systems that call this Karma or the principle of cause and effect to put it more accurately.
Do I believe in the statement “What goes around, comes around” as it pertains to Karma? Possibly.
I have seen instances where the actions of others had unexpected consequences.
The words we choose to say can have the power to come back to us in some shape or form, that much I do believe. I have lived by this notion for almost 10 years now.
The words we choose to describe ourselves can affect our mood and well-being. I equate this to being the same as if someone else says negative things to you, your mind does not know the difference, it only interprets it and stores it in your memory.
After our discussion today, I sat down and thought about affirmations and the importance of making sure that whatever it is has a positive action. I found that changing the affirmation to start with “I am”, “I can”, “I will”, and “I do” is more impactful in the meaning.
I am grateful for another day of life.
I am heading in the right direction.
I am in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing.
I am kind, loved, and resilient.
I am proud of myself and my achievements.
I am safe and supported.
I am stronger than my fears.
I am worthy of what I desire.
I can achieve my goals.
I can make money come easily to me.
I do believe in myself.
I will accomplish everything I need to do today.
I will attract abundance and opportunities into my life.
I will have more than enough in my life.
I will learn and grow.
I will make the right decisions.
I will prioritize my well-being.
I will take care of myself, mind, body, and spirit.
Positive thoughts and positive actions. These are ideas that can create good outcomes in all parts of our lives. Whether it is relationships, work, or personal goals, it requires our action. It is about how we frame it in our minds and sometimes how we envision it working out or the end goal.
If your mind is clouded by negative thoughts or negative actions then you will only see the downside to everything. This hinders your personal growth. We have all met or know that one person who never seems to be positive about anything in their life even when good things happen for them. If you stay too long around these types of people it starts draining your positive energy.
In the end, it is about self-preservation. We are individuals that lead many different lives but at the basis of it all is what we think about ourselves. We have hopes, dreams, and aspirations but sometimes the environment around us keeps us from expressing them. That is when you turn inward to see your true self. Your thoughts create the reality you live in.
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Have a wonderful week!
Peace, love, happiness, good vibes, and good thoughts, always!
Suzanne
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