Do you know know what you want from life? I’m not talking about superficial things such as the car you drive or house we live in. They contend life conspires against them, without realising they create their own circumstances. As you know, victims are stuck in a despairing mindset, believing the world owes them something. We must take responsibility for our life by choosing our conditions, instead of blaming outside circumstances. For as soon as we arrive, there will be another place for us to transition to. We mustn’t be concerned getting from point A to B in the shortest time. “Inspiration may come from many places but motivation - the love of life, daily drive and the will to thrive - that must come from you from within” ― Rasheed Ogunlaru Photo by Jonathan Daniels on Unsplash Thriving Is a State of Mind But, you must take the first step and move forward in that direction. Personal development is a journey of self-discovery and the pinnacle of achievement. You deserve to have more and be more.
We must replace the negativity by addressing the underlying beliefs supporting them. We cannot move from surviving to thriving in days or weeks. Destructive thoughts can run deep into a person’s psyche if left unchecked. Life consists of constant change, for it is sewn into the fabric of our lives.įor example, how mindful are you of your negative thoughts? I mention this because to shift from surviving to thriving, begins by attending to our negative thoughts.
#Strive to thrive meaning full
The well-documented tendency of our lower brain to encode negative, fear-based memories more readily into our unconscious memory than positive ones is referred to as negativity bias.” You are no doubt well aware that no one enjoys setbacks and mediocrity because the human spirit is full of potential and purpose. This is the message underscored by author Linda Graham who explains in Bouncing Back: Rewiring Your Brain for Maximum Resilience and Well-Being: “Survive first, thrive later: that’s the motto of the lower brain. Our soul calls us to venture into the unknown where freedom and good fortune lies. There is a staleness to surviving, in that we become wearied and discontent. The key to thriving is recognising we are unhappy and willing to make changes, irrespective of the steps involved. Thriving requires a shift in mindset and taking chances on occasions. We can use tension and anxiety to give rise to creativity and opportunity. Those content to survive are happy not to disrupt their lives because of the anxiety and tension involved. Those who thrive nurture their personal growth and step outside their comfort zone. Photo by Riki Ramdani on Unsplash A Shift in Mindset No one wants to get by when we have hidden potential waiting to emerge. This is the premise of the film Groundhog Day, in which a weatherman played by actor Bill Murray, strangely lives the same day over and over again. To thrive means to grow and flourish, not to simply scrape by. Some people seem to thrive under whatever conditions they’re faced with, while we wonder why we are stuck in our predicament. Is this an idea you’re willing to embrace? I assure you, giving it your attention now will help you to see breakthroughs in your life. What is in the way becomes the way out of our misery and discontent. It’s worth reminding ourselves, that the obstacle is the way. You may want more, though life can be difficult and challenging at times.
Mouths to feed, expenses and rent to pay. I realise you have commitments and obligations. This is not living because we are needlessly clutching to life. For many, surviving means getting through the daily grind, only to endure the same battles over again. So let’s cut to the truth since something drew you here, whether by accident or as a regular reader. However, I do not wish to embellish this article with positive psychology to make you feel good. How do you feel about this statement? What emotions come up as you contemplate its meaning? That is where you need to spend more time exploring your deepest self.Īsk any entrepreneur or adventurer, and they will tell you failure is essential. We avoid failure because it weakens our self-esteem - although failure is a prerequisite for success. We are born to thrive, not to play it safe in our comfort zone. “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humour, and some style.” - Maya Angelou
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