Brummet's Conscious Blog

Focusing on Fewer Should's As most of our loyal readers are aware, I have written a series of articles offering tips for getting out of a negative mindset.  I personally struggle with depression and easily slide into darkness… I work hard to reach for the light, the positive, celebrating little things and being grateful. I keep checking my speech and thought patterns, saying to myself "oops I didn't mean that, I meant..." and I consciously correct the mistake.  In communications I aim to express my appreciation for their time, concern, attention. If something stands out at that moment, I'll mention how much I liked that thing - to let them know.  I will consciously seek for positive activities, posts, events and other happenings. I try to celebrate their efforts whenever I can. When you start looking, it really is amazing how many things are happening across the globe every day that make the world a better place. Recently I found myself sliding into a negative spa...