This Is The Time

Navigating the landscape of negative thoughts can often feel like traversing a dense forest. The journey through this mental terrain invites us to cultivate a deeper awareness and understanding of our inner dialogues. Here are some gentle steps you might consider: Awareness and Acknowledgment : Begin by truly noticing your thoughts. Like identifying tree types in a forest, recognize the patterns and triggers of your negative thinking. Acknowledge these thoughts without judgment. Remember, awareness is the first step toward transformation. Challenge and Reframe : Once you're aware, gently challenge these thoughts. Ask yourself, "Is this thought really true?" and "Is there another way to view this?" Practice choosing again, by consciously selecting a more positive or neutral perspective. Gratitude Practice : Focus on the positive aspects of your life, however small they may seem. This can help shift your attention from what's lacking to what's fulfilling. ...

A man was sleeping one night in his cabin when suddenly his room filled with light, and God appeared. The Lord told the man he had work for him to do, and showed him a large rock in front of his cabin. The Lord explained that the man was to push against the rock with all his might... So, this the man did, day after day. For many years he toiled from sunup to sundown, his shoulders set squarely against the cold, massive surface of the unmoving rock, pushing with all his might! Each night the man returned to his cabin sore and worn out, feeling that his whole day had been spent in vain. Since the man was showing discouragement, the Adversary (Satan) decided to enter the picture by placing thoughts into the man's weary mind. (He will do it every time!) "You have been pushing against that rock for a long time and it hasn't moved." Thus, he gave the man the impression that the task was impossible and that he was a failure. These thoughts discouraged and...

The Humbleness of Arthur Ashe image courtesy: gstatic.com Arthur Ashe, the legendary Wimbledon player was dying of AIDS which he got due to infected blood he received during a heart surgery in 1983. From world over, he received letters from his fans, one of which conveyed: “Why does GOD have to select you for such a bad disease?” To this Arthur Ashe replied:  The world over…..5 crore children start playing tennis, 50 lakh learn to play tennis, 5 lakh learn professional tennis, 50,000 come to the circuit, 5000 reach the grand slam, 50 reach Wimbledon, 4 to semi final, 2 to the finals.  When I was holding a cup, I never asked GOD “Why me?"  And today in pain I should not be asking GOD "Why me?" Arthur Robert Ashe, Jr. (July 10, 1943 – February 6, 1993) was an American World No. 1 professional tennis player. He won three Grand Slam titles, ranking him among the best tennis players from the United States. He succumbed to ...

Quotes of Steve Maraboli Steve Maraboli "Interrupt your thoughts of "I should", with your action of doing." -   Steve Maraboli' Dr. Steve Maraboli is a Behavioral Scientist specializing in Motivational Psychology, Leadership Dynamics, and the Peak Performance Mindset. A popular keynote speaker, author, and social observer, he is recognized as a leading voice in the fields of Business, Personal Enhancement, and the Human Potential. Dr. Steve has delivered his impactful, entertaining, and unforgettable speeches in over 30 countries, earning numerous awards while being enthusiastically praised by media. His quotes and videos have become a social media sensation, motivating and inspiring millions across the globe. His written work has been published and shared throughout the world in more than 25 languages. Dr. Steve serves on the Executive Board of the Michael Thomas Research Center for Social & Behavioral Science in New Y...