by Steve Brunkhorst
In his book, "The 22 Non-Negotiable Laws of Wellness,"
author Greg Anderson wrote, "Let us be about setting high
standards for life, love, creativity, and wisdom. If our
expectations in these areas are low, we are not likely to
experience wellness. Setting high standards makes every day
and every decade worth looking forward to."
He also reminded us that, "When we change our perception we
gain control. The stress becomes a challenge, not a threat.
When we commit to action, to actually doing something rather
than feeling trapped by events, the stress in our life
becomes manageable."
There are times when it's easy to feel overwhelmed and
trapped by situations that we'd rather not face. These
situations might even be extremely unfair.
It's easy to focus on how terribly unfair someone might have
treated us. It makes sense to believe that unfair things
should not be happening. Simply pretending that a problem
doesn't exist is much easier than dealing with it directly.
However, stress builds, the situation doesn't change, and it
might grow worse.
In fact, focusing on the way things should be instead of
dealing with the way they are can lead to disaster, both
physically and emotionally.
Winners set high standards for dealing with problems. They
set rules for what they will accept and expect from
themselves and others. They realize that it won't work to
stay on a road of denial, and it won't work to lash out
against unfair situations by resisting what is true. They
have a much more workable plan.
Indeed, winners keep a positive outlook. However, they know
that they must do much more than simply think in a positive
way. They mobilize resources and prompt new solutions.
Self-confidence and courage allow them to take
responsibility for situations, and take well-planned
problem-solving actions.
When a solution is not possible, they take valuable lessons
from the event. They know there is tremendous life-time
value in all experiences.
Ask yourself: What are my standards for dealing with
problems? What are my boundaries for the behaviors,
attitudes, and actions I will accept from myself and others?
What are the highest standards that I will expect myself to
live by at all times in each important area of my life?
Establishing and living with high personal standards can
prove to be a tremendously liberating and life-changing
move. It can help in making wise and informed choices. It
can assist us to experience more peace, contentment, and
prosperity today and throughout the years to come!
(C) Copyright 2004 by Steve Brunkhorst. Steve coaches
talented individuals who want to enhance their sense of
personal empowerment, self-confidence, and creativity. He is
also the editor of Achieve! Ezine, inspiring, motivating,
and entertaining 60-second nuggets to lighten up your day,
and help you reach a greater level of achievement. Steve
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