Wake Up to a Better Day!

Did you wake up feeling badly today? OK, you are forgiven. I did too.

Ready for some strategies?

Here’s some ideas that DON'T work well

1. Stay in bed thinking that you have the worst life ever and it’s all because of that turtle you had/dog that bit you/time your hair turned green. This way of thinking is blame – doesn’t work – let’s try again.
2. Get up and be grouchy – wait for something to change – again, not a great strategy. Ask “The Grouch” from Sesame Street. Everyone wants to be with Big Bird or Miss Piggy – they are just more fun.

Some steps to feel better right away:

1. Say, “This is the best day ever!” and get moving. Your mind and body (but especially your mind) need instruction. To their question, “Which way do we go?” You can give the command, “To the gutter lads – the day is going downhill rapidly!” OR “This is the best day ever!” and like young children, your mind will start to look for the evidence of the “best day!”
2. Play some music that you LOVE – right away. If you are like me, an early riser, then do this on your IPod as others will not be amused when they hear “Love Shack” blasting at 6am.
3. Get dancing. Yes, I know that it sounds silly. Silly works – and it feels good. ALLOW yourself to be silly! If not now, when? Do you need permission to be happy?

And finally, be in the moment – right now! Give yourself permission to look outside, go outside, be outside in nature and enjoy beauty.

You can do this – you deserve the best!

Love yourself.