Guest Post : John Adams
Negative thoughts feed our fears and starve our soul. They tend to push us into dark alleys, which ultimately lead to the black hole called depression. When we surround ourselves with the negative energy of intrusive thoughts, good things slip away. Breaking the habit of focusing on the bad possibilities is tough, but important if you want to grow and live a happy life. Here are ten ways to help you transition to the bright side:
1. Write them down and Read aloud
Most of the negative thoughts swirling around our head are absolutely absurd. If you don’t believe me, write them down on a piece of paper and read out aloud to yourself. You can then crumple those thoughts and toss them into the trash (literally and figuratively).
2. Go for a Run
If negative thoughts have you hyperventilating, grab your jacket and go out. Run around the block as fast as you can. Your mind will get cleared up by the time you get back, so you can take a deep breath and relax. Never drive when your mind is racing or you feel upset because many auto accidents happen because of reckless and distracted drivers.
3. Take a Bath/Shower
Cold showers and hot baths are both relaxing, depending on the weather. The water and soap will wash away all the grime on the outside, and cleanse the bad energy building up inside.
4. Turn on your Happy Song
The right song can make everything better. Pick one with pleasant lyrics and upbeat music to eliminate your gloom and doom. You can even dance to the beat to embrace your mind’s happy place.
5. Shift your Focus
An idol mind is the devil’s workshop. Negative thoughts usually creep into our mind when we are being unproductive. You can escape the damaging brain waves by engaging your senses elsewhere. You may read a book, stream a new show, do some cleaning around the house, or play a game.
6. Count your Blessings
Negative thoughts are like a fog that mask all the positives in our life. Shake them off and count ten blessings on your fingers. There are so many good things around you that are taken for granted. Consider yourself lucky if you have a well-furnished home and enough food in the fridge to last a week. More than 1.5 billion people in the world struggle for shelter and more than half a billion go to bed on an empty stomach.
7. Share it with your Confidant
Sometimes sharing your concerns with a loved one is necessary to put the mind at ease. Your friend, partner, parent, or sibling can provide the consolation you need. Vent out your frustrations and let them cheer you up.
8. Find a Silver Lining
Believe it or not, everything happens for a reason. Life is all about ups and downs, so learn to roll with it. As cliché as it sounds, it is in fact true that every cloud has a silver lining. Sometimes it is impossible to fight off negative thoughts when we are in a bad place. Just remember that things will turn around.
9. Try being Optimistic
Cut down on the pessimism and consider the alternatives to your daunting philosophies. Your negative thoughts might actually manifest bad energy and materialize your nightmare. Try imagining all the good possibilities and prepare to get pleasantly surprised.
10. Practice Mindfulness
We often distress ourselves over situations that have not yet occurred and might never actually happen. By practicing mindfulness, we train our brain to concentrate on the present alone. We can effectively erase all negative thoughts by letting go of the past and future. Mindfulness can be achieved through yoga and meditation exercises.
Author Bio
John Adams is a lifestyle blogger who creates content focused on healthcare and personal well-being.He encourages readers to take care of their body and mind to live an ideal life. He also stresses on improving one’s quality of life via positive thoughts and actions.Blogging about personal opinions and life experiences makes John happy, and he is always open to constructive criticism.
© Anjali Sharma, Positive Side Of The Coin
These are some really brilliant solutions.
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Very well penned ..
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Thank you 😊 and thank you for visiting 🙏.
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Great post John & Anjali!
Water is great for shaking off negatives.
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Thank you so much, yes water is most important element.❤️
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All excellent tips. Stay positive!
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Thank you so much Benn ❤️.
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Thanks for these tips ! To be honest I tried the first one and it really didn’t work for me but I regularly use another one of them. I have a “grateful” jar where I put each day a paper with something I’m grateful for. And when I’m having a hard day, I just go in there to remind myself of them 🙂
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I absolutely love this post! It’s so true, we definitely need a way to get rid of negativity and build better ones❤️
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I think i should try this maybe it’ll also work for me❤️🙌🏾
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It will definitely, thank you 💗.
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i appreciate the time taken to mane this post but i cant guarantee its usefulness to those who dont have it too well. the tips are good, though i would dare say its much too generalised and cliched, and when a person is in a dark park of their minds its incredibly difficult to resort to such a thing. but for those fortunate enough to be blessed with a carefree and beautiful brain i implore you to take in these 10 tips.
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Wow I will note down all this tips.. Thanks
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I absolutely love this post. Thank you for sharing such great and positive ideas.
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These are all very useful tips and there are a few I haven’t tried.. Thank you for sharing this!
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Very good having a positive side
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Unwanted thoughts are not good
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True 😊.
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Indeed .. To be positive vibes👍
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All the suggestions are right on point, thanks fr bringing den together…🙂
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Thank you for this 😌🙂
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Thanks, this is what I need
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These are solid suggestions
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Thank you so much 💕.
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Great points, I do exercise and being grateful for the things that I have/had or experienced to be most helpful👍🏼
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Exercise is the best thing to raise our vibrations, it keep us both healthy as well as positive and motivated. Thank you for dropping by and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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Nice❤❤
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Great article
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Thank you💓.
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It made me learn new things
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I will share your post on my fb page🙋
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Thank you so much 💖.
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Can you mentor me to become a great writer and blogger? I have idea what I am doing?
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Can you contact me through email. Check my contact details.
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I’m currently working on my blog. Would you mind looking at it and giving me your thoughts. Definitely would appreciate it
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Sure I will.
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Thank you. I’m still working on it nut posted 3 articles
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Give me sometime, I will get back to you with feedback. If you want to consult more you can go on my contact page.
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Old thank you
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Running and music…gr8 tips, thanks
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Thank you Dr RK for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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Well written
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Thank you ❤️.
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Thank you for Sharing.💗
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Wowww More people need to here this I will be sharing . This Mental Health Guide is great way to help people in the world especially during our days in time . I love this so muchhhh Thank you for this ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Thank you so much Nile, yes it’s really helpful. Thank you for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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I think everyone should read your points first thing every morning. I am generally an optimistic happy person but sometimes thoughts can really weighing me down. I go for a walk, I take hot baths, I fill up my gratitude journal- all of your suggestions are right on!
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Thank you so much dear for Sharing your thoughts. I completely agree with you. I do maximum activities and it keeps me postive and motivated.
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Great post!
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Thank you so much Gordon. 💗
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thank you for all these tips ! have a great day !
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My pleasure dear, thank you Poorvi for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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I definitely agree with number 2! Started going fairly frequently recently and I feel so much better for it!
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That I agree. For me that one is best.
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Great list John. These do help and thank you for bringing them here.
Laughter is contagious. Start a pandemic
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Thank you so much Mr Ohh for sharing your thoughts.💖 – Anjali
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Helpful list to shift our focus away from unwanted thoughts, that we all have from time to time. Number 4 stood out to me – music and dance work every time! 🎶
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Very true Michele, thank you for Sharing your thoughts 💗.
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Since I am not a runner- more of a faller downer if I try- I do enjoy strenuous hikes. Getting outdoors and having to work at least portions of the time does bring the distraction needed.
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I totally agree, outdoor is best distraction to these unwanted thoughts. Thank you ❤️.
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John*, Apologies 😦
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John Adam.
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Woah! I tried writing and reading them aloud today and realised nothing is that worse as the mind assumes it to be! Helped a lot! Thank you Michael! 😊
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That’s great, good you tried these. Thanks for visiting. 💗 Anjali
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I like your go for a run. When I am exercising, I forget all my worries.
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Same here, for me running is best exercise as well as best healer to forget any worries. Thank you so much for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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My pleasure. Have a good one.🌹
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Helpful ideas !! 💌
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Yes Suni, thank you so much for visiting 💖.
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Thank you dear for such helpful post👍🏻❤️
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My pleasure Soni, thank you for visiting 💖.
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Thanks for sharing these words of wisdom!
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My pleasure, thank you for visiting 💖.
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Thanks s bunch for these helpful reminders.. Loved them all.. 🙏🏼😇🤗🤗👌🏻👌🏻💕
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Thank you so much Debi🤗💗.
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Great tips! Thanks:)
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Thank you for reading 💗.
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These are great tips.
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Thank you for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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I like all of them, and from time to time one or the other has become the way to past such thoughts. Thank you for sharing.
Nara x
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I agree with you, for me best way is to write and to do exercise as well as walk. Thank you for Sharing your thoughts 💗.
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Thank you for this great upbeating posting. Have a wonderful day! Best wishes, Michael
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Thank you so much for visiting and sharing your thoughts 💗.
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Thank you very much, and have a beautiful week! Michael
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You too have a lovely week Michael 💖.
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Thank you very much! You as well! :-))
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