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Rumination

Psychology / 26 May, 2020 / Leave a Comment

Rumination is the focused attention on the symptoms of one’s distress and the possible causes and consequences, as opposed to its solutions.

Nolen-Hoeksema

Ruminating, therefore, is unconstructive & unproductive (or even hurtful) repetitive thinking.

Sometimes rumination is a reaction to a negative mood, sometimes to simply deciding that you have “failed” to make satisfactory progress towards a self-set goal.

Rumination is a fancy psychological word for worry, and as such is directly related to anxiety and other negative emotions.

Put an end to rumination. Here are some tips.

Travel To Find Yourself

Inspiration / 26 May, 2020 / Leave a Comment

Don’t go into the wilderness to ponder nature or the world but, rather, to explore your own soul.

Christopher McCandless

Travel.

Not to (only) get to know other cultures. Not to (only) see breathtaking and exciting places. Not to (only) taste exotic, unusual foods. Not to (only) meet new and interesting people. Not to (only) get out of your daily rut and environment. Not to (only) extend your horizon, educate yourself and practice tolerance.

Travel first and foremost to get to know yourself better. Travel to get uncomfortable, work through it an come out stronger on the other side. Travel to get questions answered that you didn’t even dare to ask. Travel to remove doubts about your likes and dislikes. Travel to navigate life better and make the right decisions. Travelling builds courage, fights rumination, and brings lightness of heart.

Travel is the opposite of regret.

Ayurvedic Eating Principles

Diet / 02 Jun, 2020 / Leave a Comment
  • Eat calmly, mindfully, and avoid distractions while eating
  • Have gratitude for your food
  • Eat only when you’re hungry
  • Consume fresh, whole foods (try to avoid heated up leftovers)
  • Make lunch the biggest meal of the day
  • Don’t eat right before going to sleep (allow at least three hours between dinner and bedtime)
  • Eat 3 meals a day
  • Don’t snack in between meals to give your digestive system some rest.
  • Eat until you’re satisfied, but not stuffed (don’t overeat)
  • Try to include all tastes in a meal (sour, salty, bitter, sharp, acidic & sweet, ideally in that order)
  • Avoid cold foods and beverages
  • Drink unsweetened herbal teas (e.g. Licorice, Cinnamon, Ginger, or Fennel) between meals

Signs Of Healing

Personal Growth / 26 May, 2020 / Leave a Comment
  1. You are starting to become aware of your habits, patterns, and thoughts
  2. Someone close to you noticed your shifts or comments on changes
  3. You can enjoy time alone
  4. You notice when your mind is creating a story
  5. You focus less on fixing/changing others
  6. You’re less reactive when triggered
  7. You are more aware of your own needs
  8. You are taking things less personal

Source: Signs of Healing – The Holistic Psychologist