written by Donna Thompson, PhD. |  

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“No one can insult you or hurt your feelings without your permission.” Eleanor Roosevelt

You can decide right now how you feel. And because you can decide for yourself, why would you not decide, of all the emotions swirling around out there, to be happy? You can be and will be happy when you alone decide that you will be happy. Talk about an awesome power! So what are you waiting for? What is standing in your way?

Per chance, you do not believe me. Then try this. Picture yourself in very heavy downtown traffic. Nothing, I mean nothing, is moving. You are growing impatient. Then just as your light turns green and it is time to go, a whole gaggle of people start to cross the street right in front of you against the light. What?

How do you feel about that? Did your emotions shift?

Three- Step Call to Action:

1. Imagine a scene that brings you joy – quiet or crazy – it’s all up to you.
2. Guide your emotions there to sense the energy and feel the vivacious joy.
3. Rinse and repeat.

You’ve got the power. Find your joy now!

You may respond to Donna below or email her at dthompson@boomer-living.com or visit her on line at http://www.BouncingBackFromLoss.com

Remember to Just Say No to the Status Quo™

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