When Life Hands You Lemons , Try These Tools Instead
Remember when I told you about the day my tech troubles had me spiraling into a black hole of negative thinking? So much so that I convinced myself I couldn't even turn on the coffee maker?
Well, there's more to that story…
Yes, with a bit of laughter I was able to turn the coffee maker morning around. But a few days later, I ran into some more tech issues that made me anxious all over again.
I'm telling you this because I don't want you getting the impression that with one fix we're forever "cured". It’s not as if we feel calm and happy all the time, or that we never need to think about what we eat again.
Here's what actually happens -- we learn to feel more at ease knowing we have tools to use whenever we need them.
And that's exactly what happened the other day when I woke up feeling anxious.
I did some belly breathing (which I explain below if you're interested) to calm my nervous system.
I wrote down my thoughts to clear my mind.
I remembered the quote my coach mentioned in our weekly session: "Nothing in life has any meaning except the meaning you give it."
I realized that in the grand scheme of things, it didn't really matter how long it took to get my free guide out.
And I was also reminded that having a coach is pretty fabulous. You know, even coaches need coaches!
If you're curious about what it would be like to work with a coach, I invite you to schedule a free call.
We'll talk about your goals and obstacles and I'll give you suggestions to start using. Then, if you're interested, we can discuss what working together would look like.
And there's no obligation, pinky promise.
So click here and let's chat!
Cheering you on,
Tobi
P.S. Here's some info about the belly breathing technique I mentioned above
How to do it: Sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your belly. Inhale deeply through your nose, allowing your diaphragm (not your chest) to inflate with air. You should feel your belly rise. Exhale slowly through your mouth.
Why it helps: This type of breathing engages the diaphragm, which helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.