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Narrated by Marie T. Russell.
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration
October 4, 2023
The focus for today is:
I choose to restore balance in my body's nervous system.
Today's inspiration was written by David Gallagher:
There are tactics anybody can use to restore balance in the nervous system. For example, slower breathing increases parasympathetic activity. This goes hand-in-hand with being mindful of unwanted thoughts.
Adopting a “challenge mindset” can also enhance people’s ability to perform under pressure. This involves seeing a situation for the opportunities it presents instead of seeing it as threatening. Motivational self-talk can help too: saying things like: “I can do this.”
This approach won’t transform you into a cool-headed master of your fears overnight. But practising these techniques for even a few days can result in beneficial effects on nervous system activity.
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Today's inspiration was adapted from the InnerSelf.com article:
Adopting A Challenge Mindset And Ability To Perform Under Pressure
Written by David Gallagher.
Read the complete article here.
This is Marie T. Russell, co-publisher of InnerSelf.com, wishing you a day of maintaining your cool under pressure (today and every day)
Comment from Marie: As the author suggests, telling yourself "I can do this" is empowering. So is telling yourself, when feeling fear and doubt, "I am safe". Doubts have a way of showing up, but we can regain confidence by changing our mindset from fear and doubt, to trust and confidence.
Our focus for today: I choose to restore balance in my body's nervous system.
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About The Author
Marie T. Russell is the founder of InnerSelf Magazine (founded 1985). She also produced and hosted a weekly South Florida radio broadcast, Inner Power, from 1992-1995 which focused on themes such as self-esteem, personal growth, and well-being. Her articles focus on transformation and reconnecting with our own inner source of joy and creativity.
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