Christie Love

I use EFT to release my negative thoughts. I review my goals and write a gratitude list. I assess where I am then move forward.

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I like what nooraza said about changing your physiology. One of the things I do is something physically taxing, but even this still fits with some type of goal. For example, if I've been wanting to rearrange my office space, I'll move the furniture around.

Another thing I do to change my mindspace is listen to music, the more bass the better because the low notes touch something very base (basic) in you, and releases you. (Sorta metaphysical!)

Of course, I might just practice some escapism and read a few chapters of a good book I've been meaning to get around to.

And the old stand-by? Keep working, plugging forward. After all, reaching a goal, no matter how small, is it's own healing.

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I go for a nice long run.

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I try not to fight it and ride it out. If I try to do work it just creates a vicious cycle.

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Nicholas Ho

I will jst take a short sleep to refresh myself.
Then I will think of some motivational quote to help me get back my momentum.
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tamtu

I turn quite and I do try to work and get over, but I can't really concentrate.

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keeperhouse

I try to go exercise or do an activity as far away from the one that burned me out

jhongren

I have a new entry - I PM a fellow Warrior (friend too) and grumble. It really helps.

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Nino C

I will go and hangout with my 4 year old niece....
she will defenatly make me laugh

Children always seems to chear me up

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Christie Love

I just do a few rounds of tapping with eft and I am back to my old self in a few minutes. This technique has worked wonders for me.

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Hysterical! I don't know about getting pumped, but Ace of Base definitely makes me laugh.

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I usually get down if I DON"T do anything with my business that day, but sometimes I get down for other reasons. I know what you mean. One thing I DONT do is wallow in my decision to stop working or continue working. Once I make the decision I stick to it. If I decide to go lay down, or go work out etc. I don't feel guilty about that or regret that decision. We have to live in the now and guilt and worry are very distructive emotions. I guess we just have to make sure we don't stay down. "An object in motion tends to stay in motion and an object at rest tends to stay at rest." right?

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d.wayne

Hey wellymulia

For me I guess it really depends on why I am feeling down. While trying not to go into a cerebral hemorrhage, I usually can tell what is getting me down, maybe it is because I am worried? Personally I talk to Abba and He usually has good advice or can give me help, but talking to a friend might be all you need.

If it is physical, it could be something I ate or drank-sometimes I have to stay away from the lattes. Perhaps I have not gotten enough rest, then I either take a nap, read a book watch a movie or go to bed early.

Sometimes it is lack of exercise and I have to get active.

Our body, soul and spirit is meant to live in moderation and when we get out of balance it rears its ugly head many times in our feelings.

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Here's one way to strategize:

When I'm down, I'm usually in a poor state of mind to make decisions or to think of something to help me get back up again.

So, I started a written list. I worked on it at times when I was up, or on an even keel, not down. I made a list of all the specific, concrete things I knew would / could cheer me up.

(Later, after I got married, I had to change some of the items on my list, such as "Walk the mall, look at girls." And, "Talk to attractive sales clerks." But I also added to my list - things I could do WITH my bride; things that my wife could DO TO ME / FOR ME when she knew I was down - or I was getting on her nerves, such as: "Drag me outta the house whether I want to go or not and take me out for a cafe mocha / movie / pizza. Please don't take "NO" for an answer." or "MAKE me leave the house. Grab my arm, DRAG me to the door, open and push." "Fix homemade cheeseburgers and oven fries." or "If I'm not hearing you well enough, get in my face or whack me upside the head until I do. You have my total permission to do this!" And, "If I'm not giving you enough attention for some dumb reason, please grab me by the chin, look me in the eyes, and say, "listen buster . . . " [I repeatedly give my wife permission to get on my case if need be, to take me aside and tell me when I've blown it with one of the kids, or to comment on my driving if I'm doing something dopey, or not acting like I see a red light, etc. This has literally saved our bacon on a number of occasions. Two heads are better than one. Four eyes are better than two. And I ALWAYS make a point of sincerely thanking her when she does speak up about something I need to pay attention to.]) Sorry about that slight digression.

Having the written list where it was easily available, and reminding myself of its value by skimming it every now and then, were vital. If I don't remember the list is there when I'm down, then it doesn't do me any good. I gave my wife her own copy, approximately titled, "What to do when David is acting like a mope or a jerk."

When down, it's too easy to just sit and stew. That's part of the problem, isn't it? So I look at the list, pick something, and JUST DO IT. Whether I "feel like it" or not.

Being "down" is typically about being "stuck" in negative "feeling mode." So waiting until I "feel like it" is a dead end.

For me, the trick is always taking some kind of conscious, intentional action. "Action puts fear to flight." It works for low moods, too. "Action" mode is very different from "feeling" made. And often, I'm in a funk because a CHANGE of action is what's needed.

Having said all that . . .

There ARE times when "down" is exactly where I need to be. (It depends on what kind of a "down" it is.) If I've been cranking hard for a long time, or doing a lot of "face" time with strangers, then "down" approximately equals "a need to switch gears for the sake of recuperation." Recoup and regroup. Sometimes my body is smarter than I am and I just need to listen to it.

One way I've found to make that recuperation very intentional and comprehensive is to give myself a complete "ESRO" day - Eat, Sleep, & Roll Over. From, say, dinner time one day, through about 36 hours, to morning on the 3rd day. Get up, eat, go back to bed, read a good book, take a nap, get up, munch, back to bed, etc. I don't shave, or shower, or get dressed. I don't answer the phone. I try not to talk to anybody at all. (But am careful not to do it unkindly.) I give myself total permission to be a total slug. (I've never needed or wanted to do that more than once or twice a year, if that.)

Enjoy.

yuri12

Conan O'Brien works wonders! So does Jay Leno and David Letterman! Boob-tube has something for everyone.

On the music side, chill out music is soothing and feels like you're doing yoga without doing the actual exercise. A trip to a spa can help you relax too plus tea or any herbal concoction that can help you forget about your worries.

Going out is like releasing yourself from your own bondage of problems. Hanging out with buddies and close friends for a round of poker, dinner, drinking till the wee hours of the morning. It's not exactly recharging but it helps that you have company when you feel the need to rant and rave about anything.

KaiWei

I'll go for a run around the park at my home downstairs.

If not I'll pop in some of the monthly inspiration CDs I subscribe to and just listen. Works almost all the time.

If still doesn't work and I have the time, I'll visit Kinokuniya bookstore. Enjoy the music...look at the books available.

Somehow whenever i go there I'm just kinda SUCKED into this grand WORLD feeling...being surrounded by great literary works of great minds from all over the world.

Perks me up everytime.

neineicup

I will buy myself a few boxes of chocolates, watching some of my favorite comedy. Chocolates are believed to make a person happier.

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When I'm just in a generally bad state I often go exercise to improve my circulation. When I'm just getting frustrated with work then I turn on my favorite Miles Davis compilation cd and listen while I work. ---> stress gone



Music has a very powerful effect on state. But people often enjoy music that puts them in unresourceful states, for some reason. This one makes me mellow and meditative and focussed.

yuri12

I agree with you Hyaku. Miles Davis rocks! I suggest you try David Benoit for contemporary jazz.

I also prefer new age jazz other than the old skool artists. Sometimes it pays to look back at the early elements of the genre and find other new artists inspired by people like Miles Davis and you move forward with the emergence of new music. It sets the tone for a motivated mood to think of better ideas and achieving goals at the end of the day. Stress relieving music is the greatest drug invented for the warrior of today.

paul8368

If I'm down I usually think about what is making me down and either try to deal with it or avoid it.

For example if its a lack of money I work harder on one of my projects to achieve a target which will bring some in even if its not as much as I need it still make sme fell better.

If its work thats getting me down and I feel I've done enough I take a break go and play some games with my kids or take them to the beach or if I'm alone listen to music usually dance and rock as the lovey dovey stuff tends to make me feel worse. The one other thing that I find stops me feeling down in the first place is exercise and if it still gets to me I have a go at the punch bag and yes I do mean a canvas bag full of sand and all sorts of other stuff to fill it up. I used to practice Karate so it just reminds me of when I was training.

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Eat mackerel.

No, seriously I do! I'm not sure why it works but it usually does the trick after a day or two.

I also prioritise the work I have on at the time and if possible I just chill out and take some time off, go for a walk, watch TV whatever. It works for me.

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Its true that activity, running, and exercising in general, will put you in a better mood. Once you get in better shape you will have a better self image and more confidence.

On top of that, when you run/ exercise, this produces endorphin's in your brain. Endorphins make you happy. They are also addicting.. Cocaine produces endorphins in your brain as well.

chris_surfrider

Whatever you do - DON'T write copy when you're feeling down.

Your subconscious state will (magically?) come through in your writing.

Anyway...

I'm a fairly simple creature.

If things aren't going well, sometimes I just take a break and do something else.

Usually the reality of a situation and YOUR EMOTIONS in connection with the same situation are very different things. Anger, frustration and disappointment can easily cloud your perception of the way things REALLY are at any given moment.

Which is why basically all of these methods listed are, in one way or another, a form of "resetting" your mind so you're in a different headspace.

That way, when you return to the issue, you can be more objective - fixing what needs to be fixed, changing what needs to be changed, or perhaps stopping something altogether and trying something else...

...without being immobilized by your emotions.

Or just blame a guru :-)

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SK WONG

It very much depend on what job is on hand. Is it Important. Generally, when I am down, I will take a deep breath, change my physiology and talk to some one who is cheerful or say something nice to someone. When they feel happen you will inevitably been affected by their joy.

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I'd say writing always seems to be a good help. Very leisurely and calmly.

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Nigel Greaves

For me it's going for a long walk in the country listening to upbeat music and thinking of all the things I've got to be grateful for.

And who said men can't multi-task?

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rocker123

oh my same here. and some other music like "low" by flo-rida. it really keeps me up

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Tony Robbins talk about this triangle.. With Physical at the Top Belife and focus the Language.

You can change your whole emotion by just changing those 3 things. So if you down. False yourself to situp back straight breath deep and smile. Then you have to believe that you can be happy and focus on that .. Futhremore yoour lanuage should be stong confident and determind..

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I'll just go outside and talk a walk... it helps me clear my mind

chastill

I look at U Tube sometimes it has some funny videos as well as some informative ones.

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If I'm feeling down and unmotivated about something yet I have a goal in front of me I'm trying to accomplish I first try to anchor myself back to what motivated me to set that particular goal in the first place. I think it's important to stay in touch with that original motivation. It's even better if you had a goal that set shivers down your spine, those are easier to get back in touch with. If you find you've just plain lost your motivation for that goal entirely look at what it is you are motivated to do right now and follow your own natural instinct. Sometimes the best way to get things done is to not do them at all.

The second thing I do is analyze what is preventing me from accomplishing this goal right now. At times that does include just taking a break from things and getting your mind off of it. Once I've figured out what my obstacles are I do my best to clear them out and remained focused once I've been away from it for a while and can come back with a fresh mind. Sometimes you'll figure out a whole new way to accomplish it or realize something you overlooked before.

I sincerely wish you the best of luck.

vorales

Motivation is very important when a person is down.

Success is not a destination, it’s a journey.

Dont give up,Refresh your mind and get started again.

Love what you do and do what you love.

Invest you time reading and looking for new ideas.

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yuri12

Sometimes when you run out of ideas and complex yourself further by not focusing on the task at hand, a quick snack can help you replenish brain energy and give you a happier perspective. One thing that can help me is chocolate. It doesn't have to be a lot of chocolate bars but a few tidbits like M&M's or kisses can help you feel good and awaken your senses. The downside is that it can also get you sleepy after a short sugar rush from eating them. Coffee helps too, but two cups should be the limit.

Terrybear

Everyone migt facing a problem and de-motivated sometie.
Normally i will think on some motivated story i read to motivate myself when i feel down.

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The idea of a gratitude journal was made popular when Oprah proclaimed on her talk show that she keeps one herself.

The gratitude journal took the world by storm, but seems to have died down over the last few years. If you don’t already keep a gratitude journal, you should.

It is a great way to record daily blessings and will motivate and inspire you to look for the good in everything.

By focusing on gratitude, you become aware of those things and thus create a shift in your thinking to the positive.

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drkellogs

It rarely get down anymore.

But, I had to work for a long time on my mindset.

Because I never view failure, or something not working like I had planned as a failure.

In fact, "failure" is a good thing in my books. No matter what happens, I always get a lesson from it, and things are ALWAYS better off because I had "failed" that time.

It's a hard thing to get, but once you do, you can get a lot of things done and things start to go your way.

Karen Blundell

usually if I get down, which is rarely, it's because I'm tired. So I take time out for myself. I pour myself a glass of red wine, I fill the bath with warm bubbles, and I soak and sip and let my mind wander until I start to look like a prune...lol...
then I get out of the tub, and either listen to new age music, like soundscapes, etc, or I watch a comedy, read a book, until I fall asleep. Ah, a nice long dreamless sleep of the exhausted.

Then the next day I'm good as new.

Taking time to rejuvenate is so important. No one should ever feel guilty about taking time off for yourself when you need it. I think it's important to love yourself first, because only then can you truly love someone else.

I've discovered that usually when you're feeling down, it's really something in you that's calling for help, and you have to give yourself that help out of LOVE. I don't mean selfish love, either. Unconditional love. The kind of love you give a little child. So, you face your pain, your worry, what ever it is that gets you down, and you give it unconditional love. You pamper that child within you who is just crying for your attention, because it needs time for play or for rest, or maybe just to be told he or she is loved!

And sometimes you just have to be still. We lead such busy lives. We're always doing this or that because we are always working toward something. That goal we've made...a commitment...a promise...if we work hard now we will be able to enjoy ourselves later.

Well I now say, take time out to play often, because NOW is what counts..not later, tomorrow, next week, next year...

now.

life is too damn short.

have fun and be happy...

Karen

justgr8

I also learned this from Tony Robbins. In fact as soon as I read this, I sat up straighter. That's also why dancing to upbeat positive music can help. I would also write down ten gratitudes, or things I like about myself, or things I've accomplished, or look in the mirror and say ten positive things to myself.

I rarely feel down anymore. Believe it or not diet can also make a difference. I know of someone who healed their chronic depression through diet. Junk food is not the answer.

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Devin T

The two things that help me are music and my surroundings. I try to put in my headphones and take a walk in a place where I feel at ease. This is the best release for me.

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When I feel down I seek out my friends. It's good to be around positive people, and you don't necessarily have to talk about what's bothering you. Just spending some time with some good people makes a big difference.

yuri12

I agree with you Mark, one of the best therapies is social contact. Sometimes you just have to get a decent company of close friends to keep your sanity intact and you need not talk about anything related to what makes you down. Others prefer the loner approach, if the problem is about other people. Music, booze, and friends keep me stable for a day but of course, it's back to reality when you go back to work and choose to conquer your problems. I also agree that physiology is the way to work up your psychology. A sound body can give you that necessary recharge and a brand new state of mind.

fred67

Feeling down is a biological requirement of us humans, and those who say they are 'never' down are simply deluding themselves. (Ulterior motives maybe??)

It's an old worn out philosophy I know, but we actually DO have 'Bio-Rythms'. There's nothing we can do about them, we just need to 'go with the flow'.

Realise it's a natural phenomenon, don't try and fight it and it will pass quicker with no obstructions.

By fighting your bio-rythms you are actually 'harming' yourself. A bit like taking prozac or having a 'drink' to brighten yourself up. Just relax, take the day/s off and wake up when ready, totally revitalised.

Have a happy day ALL.

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daddyomi

well as for me i try taking a brake from what am doing get some fresh air and get back to work.

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If I'm not mistaken, it has been shown that it helps to be more productive if you take a 5-10 minute break every few hours just to walk around and stretch out, etc.

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Whenever I feel down,

1. I clean my house a lot , especially bathroom and kitchen.

2. Watching Queen’s music video ( greatest hits ) . “ We are the champions “ and “ Don’t stop me now “ and dancing with it, it always gives me super power.

3. Before going to sleep, read the script that was written in the book “ Feelings Buried Alive Never Die … “ by Karol Truman.

The next day after I did one of these, or just after I did them, I usually get good orders for my business. It’s like Magical. For refreshing my feeling , going to the shopping mall and just hang around, drink star bucks coffee frappucino with my husband makes me feel good, too.

Also I do my other interests, such as watching beauty and art, my favorite figure skater‘s skating.

Also watching someone who is very successful inspires me and give me power such as Olympic athlete‘s performances.

Or re-read one of my favorite books “ The winning mindset “ by Jim Brault and Kevin Seaman.

Mark M. Bravura

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Remembering the blessings and opportunities presented, every day, upon the horizon of God's sunrise keeps me from feeling down. By being able to "see" the tremendous opportunities, I don't have time to "feel down".

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Exercise lifts the spirits and if you also put on uplifting music at the same time, the mind is focussed elsewhere and this helps.

Or just think of where you want to be in a year's time, and know in your very being that's it's achieveable. Dwell on it, feel and visualise what you will be doing.

Can really help take you out of yourself.

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