Finally, the election is over and we can get back to our regularly scheduled programming sans annoying political texts, calls and commercials. Yes, as expected, a little under half the country is upset with the result, but with as divided as our country is and has been, this is a common reaction every four years. As with any disappointment, sadness, or even outrage, how we handle it is key to our physical health and mental wellness. As they say, we can’t control outcomes—only our reactions to them.
In this vein, I offer up one of my favorite quotes:
Where focus goes, energy flows. And where energy flows, whatever you’re focusing on grows.
—Tony Robbins
Obviously, this means if you are focusing on the negative, and your own frustrations and upset, energy will flow in that direction and expand that negativity. And the opposite is true. If you focus on the positives in your life, the things you are grateful for, things that bring you joy, those things will grow. I’ve seen it in action and didn’t even need to go to a Tony Robbins workshop. Ha! It’s amazing how much happier and healthier you feel following this small but mighty pattern of thinking.
A few weeks ago, I ran across a sweet meme on social media with the best message, and I thought I would share it here:
The 6 Luxuries in Life
1. Time
2. Health
3. A quiet mind
4. Slow mornings
5. Ability to travel
6. A house full of love
In the comments on the post, friends added a few of their own: dogs, heated mattress pads, and a towel warmer. Simple luxuries are lovely, and whatever yours may be, it’s OK to be grateful for these kinds of things too. All blessings counted put out positivity. Remember, whatever you’re focusing on grows.
To distill it all, at this time of year, when thoughts especially move to giving thanks, remember that thoughts are energy, so why not make this a chance to continue that positive energy trend into the rest of the holiday season and into the new year?
Wishing everyone a very joyful, peaceful and grateful Thanksgiving. Let your positive energy flow!
