When something irritating happens, take a deep breath.
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Updated 5 years ago,September 14, 2020
Tough times arent something foreign to humanity.
We all deal with tough situations on a daily basis.
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Literally, every human is going through something.
Everyone is hurting a little.
Ill let that sink in.
Your noisy neighbors are hurting.
The barista that just messed up your order is hurting.
Your boss, whom you are convinced dislikes you, is hurting.
Your family is hurting and you may not even realize it.
Its easier said than done, I wont lie to you, but its possible.
Now go and deal with this bad day as best you’re free to, dear.
Its going to be okay.
When something irritating happens, take a deep breath.
As you breathe, analyze if this roadblock is worth losing your patience over.
Yes, someone cutting you off on the freeway is annoying.
Yes, getting an email from a coworker asking you to clarify something for the 100th time is exasperating.
Lets not get started on how displeasing it is when your partner does that thing you absolutely hate.
I get it, but should this one bothersome thing set the mood for the rest of your day?
Look for opportunity in your challenges.
Its natural to lose sight of the good things that could result when things get exceptionally hard.
What if heartbreak helped us reset our priorities in life and helped us learn to love ourselves first?
Look at the upside.
Things could be a lot worse, so work on being grateful for the things that are okay.
Focus on solving the problem.
Rarely does complaining get us anywhere.
Youre in a pickle?
Let out the negativity, but dont just stay there.
Work on finding a solution.
Be aggressively active in looking for a way out.
The sweet taste of triumph will be so worth it.
Find ways to take your mind off the situation.
Forgetting is a good thing sometimes.
However, momentarily focusing your mind on something fun could help you put your thoughts in order.
Go out with friends and have fun!
Reach out to those who you know can listen to you and offer help or advice.
Go for a walk.
Listen to your favorite song.
