Transform Those Negative Thoughts

By Suzy Kridner
Career Specialist
All of us have negative thoughts at times.
On the tennis court, I think “I could run faster if I lose weight.” While that is true, I don’t think about the good shots I make, only the ones I missed.
Even the most positive person occasionally has negative thoughts.
Rule No. 1 in 10 Steps for Transforming Negative Thoughts into Positive Beliefs is “Don’t should on yourself.”
When you think I should be a better parent, a better wife, a better tennis player, you’re thinking your current status is not good enough.
A friend on Facebook posted this column from the web site, The Bridge Maker. It says should statements put our thoughts and attitudes in a box and constrain us from seeing other solutions. Remember, it’s a matter of balance.
Read other steps for transforming negative thoughts here.

Life It Is a Changin' -- Always

By Suzy Kridner
CBE Administrative Assistant
We are all in transition.
It may be our family life (new spouse) or our work life (lost a job).
It can be a transition, and a crisis, because we are feeling out of control.
Small Business Expert Susan L. Reid says it’s a crisis when you feel unstable and a transition when you move from one thing to the next.
Reid says transitions are tough on everyone: yourself, your family, your friends.
But she has 10 things you can do to ease the transition. One of my favorites is No. 10: Avoid jumping into anything new too soon.
Go slowly, Reid says. When your life is disrupted by a transition – even one you initiate – it takes time to adjust to the new reality. Use that time to reflect and think about what is really best for you.
Read more in this article.