Have you ever wanted to change your perspective but felt stuck in the same ol' groove of thinking? One of the easiest ways to mix things up and entertain a new way of looking at life is by doing the opposite. Years ago, I worked with someone who whenever things went "wrong," he would say "Fantastic" or "Sounds great." The exact opposite of what I was expecting to hear. Yet, there it was, and funnily enough, he always found a solution to the problem, much quicker than anyone else by not making a big drama about it.
Doing the opposite knocks unconscious habits out of whack and opens up the creative channel. Have a go at it!
★ Eat and write with your non dominant hand.
★ Sit on your couch with your legs up and your head down.
★ When the inner critic (or someone in your life being critical) arises, instead of going into resistance and either fighting it or believing it, say to yourself "Thanks for pointing that out. I really appreciate your feedback."
★ As you lay down to sleep at night, greet the bed and pillow, thank them for supporting you and helping your remember your dreams.
What are some fun ways you can do the opposite in your life?
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