Feb 01 2010
75. {12/05/09} Oh I got grouchy today. Then I snapped at The Hubs. It was so hard to clean it up because…well, because I was grouchy! But, after a 30 minute silent car ride I apologized for my behavior so that we could arrive at our friend’s house with a light heart. It really was better to just admit I behaved badly and move on.
Oct 13 2009
I normally blog when I feel inspired, open, and happy. It’s just easier to share when I feel good…even when I’m blogging about feeling bad.
Well, right now I do not feel good.
Nope.
I feel pretty crappy. Nothing major has happened. No disaster. Just feeling deflated.
So instead of writing about all the fears I’ve faced lately for the 100 Things I Fear challenge…I’m simply going to share this video:
How the heck did I know that I would need it in the same day?!
p.s. This video was recorded in my meditation corner…so cozy :~)
Jan 14 2009
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{Isn’t it so cool that you can listen to this post instead of read it?!}
Previously I shared how life amplifies us – even when we’re in a bad mood.
Now this doesn’t mean you can never be in a bad mood – we are only human by the way – but, if life is always sending you what you’re putting out there, then what the heck should you do when you’re in a bad mood?
You know, one of the simplest and most effective things I do when I’m in a bad mood is to just stop whatever it is I’m doing and say out loud, “I’m in a bad mood.” There’s something about claiming the truth in the moment that releases the judgment of the bad mood, which allows it to begin to dissipate. I mean, really stop and think about it: which is worse, being in a bad mood or beating yourself up for being in a bad mood?
The next thing I do is consider my options for what to do next. Usually a bad mood is the result of an unmet need like not getting enough rest. So instead of continuing on with what you were doing, what can you do instead? And 9 times out of 10, you really can put something off, switch directions, and come back to it later. Even if you still choose to go ahead with what you were doing initially, I find that it always helps to stop and give myself permission to make a different decision.
Finally, be mindful. This is so important in life in general and especially when you’re in a bad mood. Ask yourself the tough questions: Is this the best time to call your mom? Do you absolutely have to go to the grocery store right now? Or can it wait? Is there someone you can ask to help out? Maybe the best thing for everyone in your life is for you to take a nap? Seriously, choose wisely and everyone benefits – even if that means you are canceling plans with someone.
The bottom line is when you nurture yourself through a bad mood, life amplifies love! And isn’t that exactly what you need when life sucks?! So whenever you find yourself in a bad mood:
Believe me, your bad moods and your friends will thank you for it!
Simply Fearless ~
Oct 15 2008
I am in the crappiest mood ever. Don’t talk to me. In fact, don’t even look at me.
I’m so glad I have a teenage daughter – she understand where I’m coming from and she has thankfully locked herself in her room.
Jul 02 2008
Yesterday I didn’t allow myself to blog because I needed to work after taking a day off for the wedding. I told myself that I would get to it in the evening after taking care of business. But, by the time I got home from the office I was all grouchy and irritable. And then, my husband could do no right and the teens were being rude to one another. What ended up happening is that in the middle of dinner I needed to excuse myself because I felt so annoyed and frustrated.
After spending some time alone (I actually dosed off for a few minutes!) and walking the dog we all got back together and cleared the air. I shared how I was feeling and apologized for being grouchy. The teens said sorry too and then we all decided to go see Wall-E, which was funny and heartwarming. The day was rocky, but turned out nice.
In retrospect, I see now how blogging helps me to clear my heart and mind so that I can get on with all the other things I need to do during my day. It’s turned out to be an important tool I use to process life and keep me smiling. So today instead of feeding a bad mood with a jumbo bag of Reeces Pieces, I’m giving myself permission to blog!
