We all have been through rough patches in our life where we needed some inspiration to get through the day. Rather it was stress on our jobs or going through a crossroad in our lives. We all have been though times were we felt like giving up. Here are five tips to stay inspired when times get tough.
- Positive Self-Talk:
This can be difficult especially when times are tough and it seems like nothing is going right. Staying positive is important so we do not fall into the trap of “negative thinking”. Even when we are going through staying positive can make this rough patch a little easier.
- Read inspirational Quotes & Articles:
This is a great way to help change our thoughts and mindset when we’re experiencing tough times. Most aficionado’s recommend reading at least 3 quotes when wake up in the morning and three before we go to sleep.
- Meditate:
Sometimes we all just need a mental break. We get so caught up in the challenges of life and we don’t allow ourselves to “take a deep breathe”. Meditation can be very simple all we have to do is go into a quiet and comfortable space, relax our mind, close our eyes and take a deep breath. Then think positive thought and reflect on all the great things we have going on in our lives.
- Make a Plan:
This might seem cliché but having a plan to overcome tough times is vital to getting out of this rut. When we take the time to plan it allow us to think of the “bigger picture” from beginning to end. We can start this process by writing out our to-do list the night before and identify the three most important things that you must accomplish the next day and start with those first.
- Appreciate Where You Are Now:
Learn to live in a state of appreciation and gratitude. Acknowledging the value within the struggle or the point we are at now. When we are worrying and dreading our situation we can sometime get overwhelming. Then we should stop and dwell on them for a while. Remember the happiness and joy. Bring the feelings into the present moment.
Final Thoughts
In the end regardless of what we go through it is imperative we keep a positive mindset and focus that whatever it is won’t last always. I always refer to a quote that states “We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future”. This is a great reminder that no matter what we can overcome anything.
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Great post as always! It’s very true being positive is the key. Facing obstacles that look impossible. Then to overcome an have the victory it’s a true blessing. Thanks for sharing very helpful!
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True having a positive mindset can help us get through any situation. Thanks for reading!
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Exactly! Your welcome
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True…take our mistakes as the steps to success..!!!
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Excatly thanks for reading!
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Its my pleasure! 😊
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I like your suggestion to meditate. Meditation helps us to reflect and re-enter ourselves. It’s a simple remedy, but it’s benefits are invaluable.
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Yes meditation is sometimes overlooked but it is one of the best options to relax our minds and stay positive. Thanks for reading!
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Absolutely! 👏🏻
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Thank you!
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Great article, it’s a wonderful reminder to push through!
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Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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Reading inspirational messages or quotes always make me smile. Calm me down or put things into the right frame of mind
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I understand it has the same effect on me!
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Very appropriate while we all bite our nails on election day, how to stay positive. I think, sometimes, we need different things. Today, I will choose “make a plan.” Thanks!
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Yes this is a great time to stay positive with all the negativity surrounding the presidential race and just media in general. Thanks for reading I wish you all the best on your plan.
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Good suggestions
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Thank you!
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Reblogged this on Lady Dyanna.
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Great post as always. I’m especially guilty of forgetting to do the last one, appreciating where we are at this point in time.
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Thank you!
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One more thing, as you could add your list is to be grateful for all, we already have, this change our perspective too.
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Great method being grateful helps us appreciate what we have at the moment. Thanks for sharing!
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Wanted to stop by and thank you for liking my post, much appreciated!
Also so true, I’m trying to incorporate more meditation into my daily routine when I can and remember to do it ! XD
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That’s great meditation is always needed. Thanks for reading!
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Great and inspirational post as always Jay. Yes and a great time to stay very, very positive with all what is going around in our surroundings.
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Thank you & you’re absolutely right!
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👌🏻👌🏻
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This is coming at a perfect time when it’s scary and stressful in the world. I really appreciate the positivity and reminders. Bless you. 🙂
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Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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A sub-idea to the read motivational quotes, is to create a vision board. Or even a Pinterest board for the topic.
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You’re right I was actual thinking of doing that for my goals for this upccoming year.
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Hi ..I try to follow your suggestions and it miraculously works every time..so here I am asking for one more favour..will you please share how to be consistent with our daily good habits? Because after some time we always find ourselves slowing down a little.
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Thank you and I will write something on that subject in the upcoming weeks.
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Love this post!
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Thank you!
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Wise words, Jay. Thank you!
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Thank you!
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Self encouragement and making a plan have always been the most important parts of staying motivated to me. This is a really good list. Thank you for sharing.
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I agree we all need a little encouragement from time to time. Thank you for reading!
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Thank you for this post! I’m actually writing the main points down on a piece of paper and it help. I liked number 5, appreciate where you are. so often with my ptsd , my head takes me to places that it shouldn’t go and I’ve been working on gratitude every day and that helps. Thanks again for this post.
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