Surprises can
come at a person in so many different ways both pleasant and otherwise. How a person approaches each day is critical
in how the day will for them despite the surprises. I believe most of us already know that having
a positive attitude will bring out the best in us, but also having a mindset
that will prepare a person to take a breath before reacting can help
tremendously in getting the best response in the first place.
Over the past decade there has been a
number of different articles, research and documentaries discussing the
benefits of meditation but truthful I wonder how many people take the advice
beyond the reading, the momentary knowledge or the one or two days of dabbling
in meditation? I suspect few continue
the practice on a daily basis even if only in brief thoughtfulness. Here’s a bit of advice culled from the latest
O magazine “When you feel anger coming on, turn your focus to your breath;
breathe in deeply to bring your mind home to your body; then look at, or think
of, the person triggering this emotion . . .”
In the same vein, when a person keeps a daily gratitude journal
(especially at the start of the day), the positive feelings will go a long way
in balancing out the day when things may get rocky.
So here’s a Safety Moment for everyone,
before you get into your car, before you start your day, before you begin any
activity, think about your loved ones, your blessings, and the positive things
in your life. You will be surprised at
how much safer, happier and content you will feel. You will not be an Anger Ball on the
road. Trust me on this one.
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