Letter from your Sarthi
We, humans, tend to over-analyze thoughts when we encounter uncertain circumstances. Whenever we experience something bad, our stress hormones react by looking for the worst in everything or reducing our expectations. In some situations, having such an attitude can lead to disappointment. However, constantly thinking negatively about it leads to stress, worry, and sadness in the long run. Do you also overthink negative situations? Or all the possible problems that could arise in the future? If so, then let's discuss how to overcome negative thinking in today's blog.
Table of content
1. What are the reasons for negative thinking?
2. Is it bad to have negativity?
3. How to overcome negative thoughts?
4. Conclusion
What are the reasons for negative thinking?
It's normal to have bad thoughts as a human. They will show up the more people consider it. The action that takes place as a result of negative thinking hurts people. Such negative thoughts might not be facts or reality, but they make them real when a person applies an action to them. Here are the three major reasons:
● Thinking about the future
A person becomes nervous because he doesn't know what the future holds. Unfortunately, some people develop this habit of constantly expecting things to get worse. They know they have very little control over the future but still tend to worry about it by concentrating on the elements they can't change. This is one of the major reasons for negative thinking.
● Making Assumptions
Making quick judgments about what other people think of you is another example of negative thinking. Without addressing the doubts, people start to assume things. This
creates a misinterpretation of someone's intentions. Thus, such assumptions lead to overthinking.
● Lack of self-confidence
Excessive self-criticism can be done by people. Being honest with yourself is perfectly acceptable, but going too far might have adverse effects. There are chances when we can neglect to balance our character and accomplishments. As a result, a person's capacity and confidence to take on problems may be affected.
Is it bad to have negativity?
No matter how much of a great positive thinker a person is, there are alternative morality points. Everyone needs their own moods and mindsets to feel complete. Ask yourself if a good therapist would say, "Let's just cover up those tears with a smiling happy face." Wouldn’t it be unhealthy for a person not to show emotions? So yes, it is sometimes okay to show emotions. As a result, we start looking for something to complain about to directly blame others for our problems.
People need to manage their attitudes before they let negativity rule them. Being negative weakens us, which is why it's unhealthy. People respond very toxically when they have negative thoughts. Even if these are unintentional, the rage of anger that is sparked by negativity can affect the other person's feelings. That's why people try to be positive and hopeful, as it helps them to make their lives better. Negativity affects our mental health in many different ways. Therefore, we should try to replace them with positive ones to overcome these effects.
How to overcome negative thoughts?
Due to these negatives, people get stuck in an endless loop of overthinking, and as a result, they obsessively struggle. This can steal people's energy and attention. But we can overcome them by following these practices:
1. Journalise instead of thinking
By writing down all the negative thoughts, you'll be able to identify the source of your negative thoughts. Writing instead of thinking helps us focus, and seeing the words on paper or a screen helps us understand them and improve on them.
2. Label your thoughts.
After jotting them together in a notebook, try to find the reasons behind them and the causes affecting them. When people make an effort to ignore their negative thoughts, the positive thoughts will increase on their own. Thus, it improves both your mental and physical health.
3. Meditation
Meditation is among the best techniques for improving focus. It makes it possible for you to think and feel positive. You will get the necessary and sufficient calmness from it. Negative thoughts are less powerful due to the objectivity gained through meditation.
4. Have open and honest discussions with your loved ones.
Most of the time, it's a mistake to handle your issues alone. Keep in touch with trustworthy friends and family. It could help to communicate what's happening in your mind. However, be ready for some opposition. Your loved ones could contradict your troubling appraisals and give more normal perspectives on the issues that concern you.
Conclusion
Develop the ability to find the positive in everything. The quality of your thinking determines how happy your life will be. So, try thinking less about the outcomes and start seeing difficulties as new opportunities to be better
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प्रिय,
यह जीवन और यह दुनिया बहुत सुंदर और सुखदायी है, परंतु हम अपनी इच्छाओं के अधीन होने के कारण अपने लिए दुःख को बुला लेते हैं। मनुष्य जीवन का मिलना ही अपने आप में यह दर्शाता है कि आपका पिछला जन्म अवश्य ही आनंदमय रहा है।
आपने 'सच' को अपना सारथी चुना, इसके लिए आपका स्वागत है और बहुत-सी शुभकामनाएँ। आप स्वयं अपने जीवन के रथ के चालक हैं और जीवनपर्यंत रहेंगे। मैं या अन्य कोई भी—चाहे वे आपके गुरु हों अथवा आचार्य, आपके माता-पिता हों या आपके मित्र—ये सभी आपको अपने-अपने रूप और अपनी समझ के अनुसार दिशा दिखा सकते हैं, किंतु चलना तो आपको ही पड़ेगा।
कोई भी, चाहे वह स्वयं को भगवान ही क्यों न कहे, अथवा जिसे आप पूज्य मानते हों और उन पर पूर्ण विश्वास करते हों—यदि वे आपकी समस्या का उपाय किसी भी प्रकार की पूजा-अर्चना, जादू-टोना या किसी मंदिर में मन्नत माँगने के रूप में देते हैं, तो मैं कहूँगा कि यह सब करने से आपको मन की सांत्वना तो मिल सकती है, पर समस्या का निदान हो ही जाएगा, इसका भरोसा नहीं किया जा सकता।
'सच' (Sarthi for your life) एक ऐसा प्लेटफॉर्म है जहाँ हम आपकी समस्या का समाधान अपनी समझ और जीवन के लम्बे सफ़र मैं जो experience और अनुभव से सीखा और जाना उसी से करने का प्रयास करेंगे और इसी प्रकार की सलाह भी देंगे और रास्ता दिखाएँगे। उस पर चलना और प्रयास करना तो आपको ही पड़ेगा।
हम जीवन के अच्छे और बुरे समय में काम आने वाली अन्य बातों पर भी चर्चा करते रहेंगे, जिससे यदि जीवन में कठिनाई आए भी, तो आप उसमें से हँसते-मुस्कुराते बाहर निकल सकें।
तो आइए, चलते हैं एक हसीन, meaningful और सार्थक यात्रा पर।
