It’s easy to fall into the same thought process trap that leads to unproductive outcomes.  The first step in breaking the cycle is to identify the myriad of thoughts and feelings and weigh them against what you really want.  Sometimes we have to “Hit the Refresh Button” in our minds in order to get past the our own “locked up computer.”

How to reframe a thought - experience or situation

1. Notice what your thinking , feeling, experiencing.

2. Ask yourself  “Do I want to continue?”

What am I thinking, feeling, experiencing and will I get the outcome I want?  If yes then continue.

If no, ask what do I really “times 7” want? That is, take your desired outcome and multiply it by 7!

3. Focus on what you really “times 7” want.  Ask yourself, “Am I taking the steps necessary to make that come true?  What can I say - do - feel to put things into perspective?”

The next step involves the emotion that interferes with thoughts.  Change your feeling of fear into desire.  You will get a new perspective that will energize you and move you toward your outcome. Feel the fear and do it anyway!!!

Okay, you’ve identified what you want, you’ve redirected your fear, but something is still nagging at you.  It is probably unfinished business.  Close out unfinished business as it will distract your energies from your goal.

Following these basic steps will enable you to deal with the issues at hand and run over your fear!.
 
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