Remaining stuck in negative moods such as anger, frustration, resentment, depression, etc. is not only unproductive—it inhibits your ability to think and act clearly—it can also be unhealthy. There are numerous studies that show stress and unreleased negative emotions can contribute to long-term health problems from obesity to cardiovascular disease.
The best thing you can do for yourself and those close to you is to find constructive ways to quickly clear negativity/negative emotions from your mind and body.
To help set you on that path, I thought I would share this video on dealing with negativity published on YouTube by The Elephant Journal. Although the tips offered are from a practicing Buddhist, anyone can use them and they are quite simple. I used all four tips to help me quickly release the negative emotions I was feeling after dealing with a family member.
One other tip that has worked for me is to call up a friend or family member who you know will listen without judgment and openly share what you're feeling. My mother used to call this "telling out on the devil." After you're done sharing, just let it all go—forgive yourself, forgive the other person (if someone else is involved)—and go do something positive like write an inspiring blog article.
Be blessed.
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