The Time and Project Management Blog

Many of us experience stressful days. That stress can come from a variety of sources, including our own attitude and responses to every situation that arises. We cannot control the behavior, attitudes and responses of the people around us, but we can learn to control our own. How do we examine our attitudes and anticipate how we will react? The first place to begin is by examining our thoughts. What do we think about? The Bible says, “as a man thinks in his heart, so is he” (Proverbs 23:7). Did you ever notice that the more you think about something the more it shapes your attitude and speech? The more negative a person becomes the more negative circumstance he or she will experience. On the other hand, when we think positive, edifying thoughts our attitude and speech are more likely to produce good things in our life. That is not to say that bad things will not happen, but your response to those things will be more positive if you maintain a positive thought life.

Often we allow the negative circumstances or people in our life to control our own actions. This robs us of not only a peaceful life, but it can rob our time and our health. When we allow others to dictate our reactions and responses, a great deal of stress is produced in our own life, which can lead to an unhealthy lifestyle.

Choose today to think about what you are thinking about. Keep a positive attitude and speak good things about yourself and those around you. You will find your level of stress reduced greatly and that you have more time to do the things you enjoy.

Keep smiling

A Brown