Releasing Negativity

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Releasing Negativity]( Having a pity party for yourself is alright as long as you learn from it and don’t dwell in it for long periods of time. We all have days when the bad things seem to outweigh the good ones and we begin to think that life isn’t fair. You get stuck in traffic, which makes you late for an important meeting, and then your car gets towed. You might ask yourself, “Why me?” Events like this one can test anyone’s ability to be grateful and feel optimistic. If you have a tendency to feel sorry for yourself, and many of us do, things usually progress to the next stage: the pity party. You begin to feel like the innocent victim of a dismal fate because you are seeing your life through inaccurate lenses. Most of the thoughts that run through your mind at times like these are not helpful, and they mainly serve to increase your indignation and feelings of powerlessness. What these feelings and thoughts don’t do is change your circumstances or make you feel better. When you have a terrible day, there should definitely be a time and place to have your feelings so you can process them. It’s important not to pretend that you are fine with things when you aren’t. It’s also important, however, to notice when you’re having a pity party. It’s a good idea to set a time limit in which to fully express your emotions and not feel guilty, ashamed, or judge yourself. Having a friend witness you during this process can be helpful. You may also want to write about your feelings. When your time is up, let go of the negativity you just expressed. You can declare your intention to your friend. If you’ve written down your feelings, you can burn the piece of paper or throw it in the recycling bin. Try not to dwell on unpleasant experiences and do everything you can to avoid holding on to negative emotions. When you indulge in self-pity, you only make a bad day worse. Stop feeling sorry for yourself, release the notion that you are a victim, and notice the good that exists in your life. Did you like this Inspiration? ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. ♥ Love this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [21-Day Writing Meditation]( By Lissa M. Cowan The space between each of our thoughts is a window to our spirit and our truth. Learning how to tap into this space through meditation and writing can help you connect with unbridled creativity and imagination. In this course by Lissa Cowan, you’ll learn how to integrate guided meditation practices with transformational writing exercises to enrich your soul, build self-trust, and nurture compassion into your life. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Metabolism Reset: Stop Storing Fat and Repair Your Health]( - [Uncoupling Without Emotional Damage]( - [Increase Your Muscle Tone After 40 for Women]( - [Fix It With Food: Heal Your Body]( - [A Vagus Nerve Belly Bloat Rescue]( Recommended For You [Tell Your Story, Heal Your Life]( [Learn More]( [Assert Yourself Without Isolating Others]( [Learn More]( [Becoming Happier Than God]( [Learn More]( [The Japanese Art of Happy Money]( [Learn More]( [The Busy-Life Solution Special 3-Course Bundle]( [Learn More]( [From Midlife Crisis to Midlife Awakening]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 2. [Anti-Aging Face Yoga]( 3. [Metabolism Reset: Stop Storing Fat and Repair Your Health]( 4. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 5. [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( 6. [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( 7. [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( 8. [The Science of Medical Intuition]( 9. [Transverse Abs Workout for Instant Relief]( 10. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.