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How to distract yourself from negative thinking

December 31, 2019May 20, 2019 by Zero Dean

One of the most positive ways to distract yourself from your own negative thinking is to focus your energy and attention on helping someone else.

Always, always, always focus on what you CAN do

December 31, 2019May 18, 2019 by Zero Dean

Always, always, always focus on what you CAN do.

Whatever you focus on only grows stronger

December 31, 2019May 17, 2019 by Zero Dean

Whatever you focus on only grows stronger.

If you truly desire a positive change in your life, then focus on what actions you’ll take to change things for the better — don’t dwell on what isn’t going well.

Originally Published on: Jan 23, 2012 @ 09:15

For those struggling…

February 3, 2021May 16, 2019 by Zero Dean

If you are struggling, remember: “This, too, shall pass”. But also know that whatever we are struggling with passes faster when we focus on the steps we can take to change our lives for the better, no matter how small those steps may be. Because over time, even small steps can carry us a great distance.

Always, always, always focus on what you CAN do.

Original version published on: Dec 23, 2018 @ 12:45

For those struggling, remember, “ThisTooShallPass”. But it passes faster when we focus on the steps we can take to change our lives for the better, no matter how small those steps may be. Because over time, even little steps can carry us a great distance.

— Zero Dean (@ZeroDean) December 23, 2018

Stop focusing on your failures

December 31, 2019April 17, 2019 by Zero Dean

You won’t be successful at everything you set out to do, but practical experience provides wisdom that you can build on – whereas lack of experience does not. Everyone starts as an amateur. Stop focusing on your failures & start focusing on the progress you can make.

Your thoughts lead your life

December 31, 2019April 15, 2019 by Zero Dean

It should go without saying, but:

Encouraging thoughts tend to yield encouragement. Discouraging thoughts tend to yield discouragement.

Always remember that if you don’t like the results your brain is giving you, it is well within your power to change what you focus on.

Accept yourself

December 31, 2019April 1, 2019 by Zero Dean

No one cares about your insecurities & imperfections more than you do. The more that you accept & become comfortable with yourself – as you are – the less others will notice or care about the things that once seemed like such a big deal to you.

Don’t let your life goals fall victim to the allure of comfortable routines

December 31, 2019March 1, 2019 by Zero Dean

Don’t let your life goals fall victim to the allure of comfortable routines.

It’s your life and your path — keep going.

December 2, 2019October 12, 2018 by Zero Dean

Always remember to keep your eyes on your goals and the steps you can take to achieve them. Focus less on what you don’t have or what you can’t do or what others are doing.

Yes, it can be difficult not noticing what others are up to or how “easy” some people seem to have it or how successful they appear. Just know, perception isn’t always reality. And if you do notice others, then use what you see as motivation to push forward.

Remember, you’re living your life and walking your own path, not someone else’s. Just because someone else is making progress towards their goals is no reason for you to stop making progress towards your own.

Change your strategy if you have to and take time to rest if you must, but don’t stop. Every little step you take towards your goals is progress. Keep going.

Above image is an excerpt from: Comparison is the thief of joy — from my book

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