Just a small post today to address the craziness that is going on lately.
Life is uncertain. Nothing is guaranteed and things don’t always go to plan. It’s an anxious time.
What has helped me …
However, one thing that has helped me throughout my life is trying to live by these words:
“I can’t control the things that happen, but I can control how I react”
Of course to an extent we have control over what happens … but for the most part we just have to have hope and trust in our paths. Trying to control our thoughts or the way we feel is tough, I won’t deny it. I 100% struggle with it at times.
But we do have the power to make a choice.
Sometimes it helps to recognise and acknowledge that some thoughts, moods and actions no longer serve us well.
Then instead replace them with more helpful, loving and productive thoughts and actions which can really help how we feel through these uncertain times.
Another thing that has helped me…
Since the start of the year I have been journalling again. Everyday I write down a minimum of 3 good things, any 3 things! This can be: something good I did, achieved or am grateful for that day. So that even on the worst days I find the good in life.
Some days I can write down 8 things and some days I struggle to find 3 things to think of but I always have to do at least 3 – that is my rule to myself.
I hope that you’re staying safe and well through all this mayhem. I know things are tough. But we will get through this together. Lots of love ❤️
And if you have any suggestions of things that help you during stressful/uncertain times – PLEASE leave a comment below and share it with us all!
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35 COMMENTS
Mica
4 years agoSuch good advice and important to remember right now as the rules and behaviours we are expected to follow are always changing!
Hope that your week is going okay with everything happening right now!
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThanks Mica! I hope you’re keeping well xxx
Geniussr
4 years agosuch a wonderful post… loved reading it and all that positive energy…. stay safe and healthy … Thanks for sharing hon…❤️
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sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORSending love and positive vibes your way 🙂
Caz / InvisiblyMe
4 years ago3 good things a day, that seems very doable (even on the harder days when we may have to think a little harder). At times like this, negativity, fear, uncertainty, can all become pervasive, and it’s certainty a worrying time throughout the world. Love this post, Susie. It’s definitely needed.
Stay safe & well.
Caz xx
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORYeh I think so too! Having 3 makes it feel less overwhelming and tricky on the tough days. Thank you for your kind words xx
Naya
4 years agoBeautiful article here, Susie! We all need to calm down and reflect a bit. I guess now is a perfect to start journalling, where is my pen? xx
Hope you are doing well 🙂
Naya
http://www.nayatilly.com
Amy Aed
4 years agoThis quote is so so true! It’s all about how we react to this news and treat one another during this time – staying calm and being kind are the two main things for sure.
I hope that you’re staying safe during this coronavirus outbreak, and are feeling well.
Have a good weekend!
Amy x Wandering Everywhere
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORI’m glad you’re with me! I hope you are going okay Amy xx
Emily
4 years agoAhhh this is such a needed post right now. Everything feels a bit crazy right now and your words are really great to read. Thank you! Hope you’re are keeping well!
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sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORI happy to hear it came to you at the right time, I know everything is a bit crazy and uncertain at the moment. I hope you are keeping well xx
Nancy
4 years agoThis quote is everything!! You can control yourself and your reaction – don’t let others dictate how you should react. We have the power to choose to be nice or etc. It is great that you’ve been finding some good. Thanks for sharing these positive vibes!
Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORAw I glad you think so <3 Yes we definitely do have some control over how we react! I hope you are keeping well Nancy xx
Georgia
4 years agoI love that quote so much – it really helps me put in perspective how much I worry about things, and how little control I have over things like this. Really useful and positive guidance too – looking at the good side of things is so important! I hope you’re well lovely.
//teandtwosugars.blogspot.com xx
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORI’m glad it helps you <3 I hope you are keeping well too xx
Makeup Muddle
4 years agoGreat post! I am so worried about everything right now, I need all the help I can get xo
Makeup Muddle
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThanks so much! I know everything is a bit stressful at the moment, I hope you’re ok x
Ellis James Designs
4 years agoWriting down at least 3 good things is such a great idea and puts things in a certain light that you have control of. Thanks for this post!
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORYeh I find it super helpful! 🙂 Thanks for checking it out!
Avalon
4 years agoThat’s a great thing to do. I also journal, but I like to do highs and lows (and limit myself to 3 lows). I hope you stay safe and healthy during this time!
– Avalon from http://www.simplyavalon.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThat is a good idea to have a limit on the lows! I hope you are keeping safe and well too x
Rena
4 years agoOh, this is so true and we all should follow this rule. Thanks a lot for sharing, dear Susie! I hope you are safe!
Take care <3
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORI hope you are going okay Rena xx
Lauren Victoria
4 years agoSuch lovely ideas and thoughts! Writing 3 things good from that day is such a fab idea. Love the sound of doing that xx
Lauren | itslaurenvictoria.co.uk
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThank you! I like doing it and find it easy to do so makes it easier to be consistent that way ahah 😛
Kathryn
4 years agoThis is a great reminder, thanks for sharing! We have power to make a choice…and our thoughts/self talk really impact us so much. It’s especially relevant in this uncertain time! Hope you are doing well.
Kathryn • simplykk.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORYes we do! Thank you for stopping by to read it 🙂
Diana
4 years agoI love the idea of writing down at least 3 good things a day! You’re right about how we can only control how we react to what happens in our lives, which I’ve really been focusing on lately. Such an uplifting post 🙂
http://mylovelierdays.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORI’m glad you like it 🙂 Hope you are doing well Diana!
Radi
4 years agoSo true…we make a decision every day on the way we react to things happening around us.
Very inspiring!
http://www.fashionradi.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORYes we do! Lots of love x
Kara
4 years agoYou always give the best advice and this is something I needed to hear! That quote is something I’m going to be repeating in my head for the next few weeks. I hope you’re doing well Susie, and stay safe! x
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThank you Kara! You are always too kind <3 I hope you are going okay xx
Jessica
4 years agoThis is such a beautiful read dear. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Indeed, uncertainty is quite scary. Hope things get better soon. Stay safe!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
sadminray
4 years ago AUTHORThank you Jessica! I hope you are keeping safe and well xx