Principles Of Affirmations By Femi Adebanji

I was recently introduced to this "affirmation" technic to change your life. It is a very interesting and proven can change how you perceive and act. Below is the article wriiten by Femi Adebanji about the Principles of Affirmation. Enjoy reading and practice it...you will see the changes!! Sharing is caring!

How To Maximise The Effect Of Positive Affirmations
To maximise the benefits of positive affirmations, there are 4 important principles of affirmation you need to know and apply. These are:

THE PRINCIPLE OF NOW

Firstly, the affirmation must be phrased as if it were happening now. It should be phrased in the present tense and not in the future tense. An affirmation phrased in the present gives the brain far more impetus to act immediately as it fools the brain into believing that the event is occurring in the present; while an affirmation phrased in the future tense creates a sense that "It is still yet to happen". Stating and believing an affirmation such as "I am confident and intelligent" daily, immediately begins to alter your behaviour and creates a sense of exigency in the brain to align your current self with this belief as quick as possible. Consequently, you will begin to act in a manner aligned to this new belief. However, saying to yourself "I will be confident and intelligent someday" contains far less energy is far less likely to stir the mind into taking any action to manifest this belief. Talk to yourself as if you're the person you already want to be. Additionally, the simpler you make the affirmation, the quicker and easier it is to be accepted by the subconscious mind.

THE PRINCIPLE OF SPECIFICITY
Affirmations must be specific and not vague. Specific affirmations create specific target for the mind to work towards and consequently, specific results. Vague affirmations produce vague results. An affirmation such as "I have R1 million rand in my bank account", is far more powerful than saying that "I will be rich someday". Why the former statement might sound outrageous, especially if you do not have a penny in your account and the bills are piling up, it does have a powerful impact. Your mind begins to take its focus off your current situation, (no matter how dire it is) and begins to seek out R1 million opportunities and ideas. Your confidence level will increase and people will also begin to respond to you positively and treat you differently. Ever wonder how some people were able to go from being poverty stricken to becoming super wealthy? They applied this principle.

THE PRINCIPLE OF PERSISTENCE

Now, here is where gets is a bit tricky. Being human beings we want rapid results and when we do not get rapid results, there is the tendency to become frustrated and give up. Research has shown that an act needs to be repeated for at least 30 consecutive days for it to become a habit. Our thinking habits eventually become our beliefs, therefore for an affirmation to become accepted by the mind as true and powerfully influence our behaviour, the affirmation must be repeated for at least 30 consecutive days. Unfortunately, there are no short cuts around this. One cannot repeat an affirmation once a week or haphazardly and truly expect it to produce any outstanding or permanent results. This is your life we are talking about here. If you want truly life changing results, you need serious commitment. Nothing less will do. In addition to repeating the affirmation for at least 30 consecutive days, you need to repeat it as often as possible within a duration of time. I normally recommend to my clients at least thrice daily at 5 minute durations. First thing in the morning, once during the day and the last thing before you go to bed at night. So for instance, saying "I am successful and intelligent "as often times as you can within a 5 minute period, three times a day, produces a far more powerful impression on the brain, than simply saying it once or on the odd occasion. Remember, repetition creates neural pathways in the brain thus strengthening the power of this belief in your mind and creating new habits within us.

THE PRINCIPLE OF ACTION

This is also a point where certain people struggle. Yes, constant and disciplined repetition of a positive affirmation will impact our mind set and begin to foster the sort of habits that we need to achieve our goals. However, simply repeating affirmations is not enough. If you are truly sincere about turning your life around and making your dreams a reality, then action will also be required. Those who have become highly successful not only apply the tool of positive assertion but also take action. Affirmations coupled with action can have unbelievably profound results. Resolve to take some type of action that is linked to your affirmation every single day and this will not only eventually become a habit, but will fast track you much faster toward your ultimate goal. So for instance, if your goal is to have R1 million in your bank account, then coupled with your daily positive affirmation, you may begin taking actions such as resolving to save a certain percentage of your income, begin researching business ideas, examining alternate sources of income, investigate how you could improve your performance at work to get a better bonus etc.Results require action. Taking action daily begins to make the goal more real in your own mind and your mind will begin to open up to possibilities previously thought impossible.

Femi Adebanji's growing reputation as a leading authority in the fields of motivation, success and human potential development, has led to him becoming a sought-after business motivational speaker. His unique ability to capture and hold audiences spellbound has earned him the respect of blue-chip clients and also the privilege of being invited to address thousands of delegates at prestigious conferences in South Africa. Through his training company, Pinnacle, he also delivers tailored development training solutions to his corporate clients on topics relating to organizational development, staff personal development, leadership development and motivation. For further information, contact Femi at femi@mind-advance.com

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Overcoming Your Anger By Norman Holden

Anger is a form of negative energy, which can take over our mind and control of our life. It is natural to lose control in some situations, but if you have no control over your mind and anger is in control, then you are prone to act out aggressively whenever you are rejected, frightened, or emotionally disturbed. People who cannot control their anger should address the problem and seek anger management help from anger management therapists.

Seeking help for anger and stress management is a courageous act and you should know that the doctor's are there to help. If they decide that you need anger management medication, then you should agree to take them. In most cases, anger management medications are not required.

There are various educational materials available on the internet and numerous anger management books that you should read in order to regain self-control. Self-control lets you prevent your emotions from overflowing, meaning that when you are angry you should see what the problem is and then what you can do to resolve the problem, without any violence, either verbal or physical, taking place. This is a powerful anger management technique.

We all know that we are living in an anger driven society. The anger is not just on the population level, but it is also spread on the governmental level as well. There are many underlying problems that lead to an outburst of anger that should be addressed to prevent us from following the crowd:

1. If we have had any failures in our life, the most common reaction is to want to throw things, not respond to anyone's questions and, if we give any responses to anyone then they are in a harsh manner. This can make the other person mad as well and no problem is getting solved, but is getting more and more complex.

2. There are quite a high percentage of people who have problems with substance abuse. Substance abuse is nothing but a step on the road to destruction and most of the time substance abuse is the major underlying cause of anger disorders.

3. In some cases child abuse is also the underlying cause of anger and personality disorders.
Statistics relating to the study of anger show that someone with anger disorders has the ability to kill, harm, injure, or sabotage anybody's life. It is quite evident that when a person is angry they are in a threatening state of mind, because of an underlying reason that makes it difficult for them to cope with the problem they are facing. They cannot control themselves and it is essential that they find anger management help.

But, we should all ask why do we hurt others because of our anger? Sometimes we become selfish and just think about our selves and forget about other people that we are affecting in many ways and are passing on a series of bad feelings. We should consider that problems are like pebbles or stones in our way and we can stumble, but we should re-gain our balance and go on with our journey. That is a valuable piece of anger management advice.

Problems are faced by everyone on a daily basis. If you are at home and are stressed you are likely to be very irritable and if someone asks, "Have you brought groceries with you?" This trigger may be enough for you to go mad and scream at the person to, "go and bring them yourself and do not bug me!"

After this little heated exchange, the fight can gain momentum, but if you will re-gain self-control using anger management techniques, then you will not answer any more and should be thinking reasonably that this is a little problem, which should not be turned into a big one. Fighting fire with fire is not a solution in any scenario and you should know that you should avoid fights where there is no real reason to fight. Anger management strategies that promote mental harmony and politeness can make your life, and everybody else's life related to you more blissful.

Article written by Norman Holden editor and owner of http://www.AngerManagementNow.com a website about Anger Control and Training. Visit his website on a regular basis for up-to-date news and help.

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Coping With Anger: How to Deal By Norman Holden

When it comes to coping with anger, there are people who know how to do it in healthy ways and those who have problems managing their anger and expressing it appropriately. Instead of lashing out, becoming physically violent or intimidating those who have caused your anger, take a step back and allow the heat of the moment to pass. When you do this, your anger will be easier to manage, and you won't end up in a situation that has gone from bad to worse.

Here are a few tips on how to deal with your anger when it seems impossible to manage.
First, acknowledge that you are angry.This might sound pretty basic, but you'd be surprised at how quickly people will try to deny that they're angry. Recognize the trigger that sets off your anger. Most people, if they stop and reflect on their anger, will be able to see it coming.

You know better than anyone what makes you mad. When you can recognize the things that cause your stress reflex to bend towards this angry side of your emotional makeup, you will be better prepared to deal with it.Pay attention to how others are coping with anger.Everyone is different, and we all have different ways of expressing ourselves. If you know you have a problem with anger, make a study of those around you.
Watch how the people in your life react to things and situations that would completely set you off on an angry spiral. Make some mental notes about what they do and say and see if you can incorporate any of those tools into your own anger toolbox.

Teach yourself flexibility.

Almost everyone with an anger problem has one thing in common: they react instead of responding.
When whatever trigger sets you off, there is probably an instant and immediate angry reaction. Try to fight against this. Instead of reacting right away, gather all of the information you can and learn to be flexible.
You cannot control everything, as much as you might like to. When something happens that makes you angry, instead of falling back on your comfortable reaction, respond by thinking it through and looking for other acceptable solutions.

Set your expectations a little lower.

Part of being flexible is being okay with compromise or settling for almost everything you wanted. A major part of coping with anger is knowing that the world will not end just because something has not gone your way.Many people get angry because they feel threatened. Teach yourself to welcome several different outcomes, instead of being emotionally tied to just one.
A huge trigger for anger can be expecting one thing but getting another. If you're ready for almost anything, you'll have less reasons to be angry.

Work on communication.

People generally do not enjoy communicating with angry people. If everyone in your life is afraid of your reaction, they are going to hesitate to talk to you openly. It's okay to be assertive and clear about what you want.Just try not to be domineering. Angry people can be bullies, and you probably don't want that reputation.

Try to be better about forgiveness and compassion.

You will find it harder to be angry when you forgive people for what makes you angry. Feelings of resentment almost always lead to anger, so work through those and get rid of them as quickly as you can.
This can be hard, even for people who do not have a problem with anger. Holding onto grudges is not going to move you forward, however. It's going to keep you exactly where you are; angry and frustrated.

Finally,

don't be afraid to get help

There are many good therapists and behavioral health specialists who are trained in anger management. Talking to a counselor about your unhealthy behavior can help you cope with your anger.
You might also benefit from group therapy or support groups for people with anger. When you have trouble managing it yourself, listening to other people share their stories can help you feel less alone in your struggle.
Anger can lead to stress and depression, which will have a terrible impact on your overall physical and mental health. If you have a problem with anger, do what you can to manage it.

Have an honest conversation with yourself about your behavior and how you want to change it, then talk to a professional who can help you. Coping with anger is not something you need to do alone.

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Learning the Best Way to Control Anger by Norman Holden

The best way to control anger depends on your personality and your overall emotional health. There is no single approach that works for every person. Your anger is just as unique as you are.

What makes one person angry might not bother another person at all.

Therefore, the tools and techniques that are best for you might not work for another person at all.

In order to understand the best way to control your anger, you have to understand yourself, what makes you angry and how you are usually prone to react when you do get mad.

Some people get quiet and hold it all inside. Others explode in rage that can sometimes end violently. Figure out what will work for you, and then start practicing the things that will help you manage and control your anger in healthy and productive ways.

Start with a self assessment. Figure out what makes you angry. This is probably an easy exercise.

Perhaps you have road rage and you get really mad any time someone cuts you off on the freeway, you lose a parking spot or you get stuck in traffic when you have a specific place to be or an important appointment that you cannot be late for.

Perhaps it is other people that make you mad. You might find you get angry when you feel rejected by your spouse or another family member. Maybe you get angry really quickly at work, particularly when you do not feel supported by your boss or your co-workers.

You might find you get angry at situations instead of people. When you feel like you have lost control over something, or you are helpless, feelings of anger might intensify and threaten your own self-control.

Whatever your triggers might be, recognizing them will help you establish the best way to control your anger. You will be able to see the anger coming, and prepare yourself for it.

In addition to identifying the things that make you angry, get to know how you feel when anger approaches. You might feel tense, hot, short of breath. Your pulse might begin racing, you might get a headache, and maybe you will feel your blood pressure rise.

You might cry or feel depressed or anxious in addition to angry. When you can recognize the symptoms of anger in your own body, you are one step closer to controlling it.

Try talking your way through your feelings. This is one best way to control anger if you are emotionally healthy and able to work through feelings of anger. If you are mad at a person, the best way to deal with it is to talk to that person.

This will only work if you are calm and you know you won't escalate the problem by getting even angrier. If you are unable to talk to the source of your anger, try talking to a trusted friend or a close confidante.

People also find it helpful to talk to a therapist or a counselor. Explaining your reasons for feeling angry will help you see how to handle the anger. You will also get a lot of good tips and tools from an expert on anger if you see a professional.

Redirecting your anger is another good response. This is the best way to control anger if you recognize the feelings you are having and can safely pour them into some other endeavor.

If you are a creative person, writing or painting or creating music or art might help you control your anger. You can take all of the energy and feelings that would otherwise be expressed as anger and use them to create something.

Even if you aren't creative, you can redirect your anger into exercise, home improvement projects or other things that will require a large amount of time, attention and emotional investment.

Avoidance can help you control your anger as well. If you know there is a particular person who manages to set you off every time you see him, avoid him whenever you can. This will cut down on the opportunity for anger to grip you.

By identifying what makes you angry, you can take the necessary steps to avoid the people, situations and events that lead you down that road.

Not everything can be controlled, of course, but you can give yourself a head start and avoid potential anger triggers anytime it's possible.

The best way to control anger depends on what makes you angry and how you respond to it. If you find you are simply unable to manage your anger in healthy ways, it's essential you get professional help.

Talk to a therapist or look for a referral to a support group. Losing control of yourself to anger will cause personal, professional and emotional problems for you in the long term.

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Where Does Anger Come From? by Norman Holden

Many people ask: where does anger come from? The answer is not as complicated as the complexities involved in managing anger.

Anger comes from our natural and instinctive desire to protect ourselves. When we get angry, we are usually responding to fear or a perceived lack of control. Anger is a basic defense mechanism and it usually shows up when we are being rejected, attacked, threatened or faced with something for which we are not prepared.

Different things trigger anger for different people. What makes you angry might not make your neighbor angry. That's because you are impacted by a different set of threats than your neighbor.

Knowing that anger is the body and the psyche's way of protecting itself will help you identify particular triggers for your own anger.

Rejection

Getting rejected is an obvious trigger for anger. If you are wondering where does anger come from, think about how you felt the last time you didn't get a job you thought you interviewed well for.

Think about a relationship that didn't work out, or a divorce or any other time that you felt excluded or left out. Feeling angry over any of those scenarios is natural. The anger can cover up other emotional responses, such as insecurity or a loss of self esteem.

Anyone would prefer to feel angry instead of unloved or undesired. When you start to feel angry after a rejection, acknowledge those feelings and immediately try to do something that makes you feel supported and loved.

Hang out with old friends, visit a parent who always has a kind word or do something you know you're good at.

Attack

Getting attacked physically will often inspire an immediate defensive reaction, as well as anger. If someone hurts you for no apparent reason, you are expected to get mad and your initial response might be to strike back.

The anger that flares up as soon as someone tries to do you harm is there for your own protection. When your physical safety is at risk, you need a little extra adrenaline to fuel your emotional response.

Even if the attack is not physical, you will feel angry. If someone attacks your idea or unfairly criticizes something you've done, you will feel angry and want to fight back. Standing up for yourself is a natural and appropriate way to express yourself.

It's a good way to respond to anger. Fighting back in excessive ways will not help you feel any better, however. Use your anger to defend yourself when you need to, but don't let that anger swell and lead you to unnecessary physical aggression.

Lack of Control

Everyone likes to feel some sort of control over their lives, so when that control is absent, anger might show up.

Something simple that you cannot control such as a canceled flight might make you mad, as will a major life event such as a serious illness in your family or the loss of a job.

Your anger might lead you to yelling, blaming others and acting out in ways that are less than productive. Since you know where the anger comes from, take a moment to step back from it and realize that getting mad is not going to give you any additional control over an already challenging situation.

There are other emotional responses you can call upon that are more positive than anger. First, try acceptance.

Acknowledge that you have been threatened or rejected. Accept that you do not have control over everything that happens to you; only over how you respond to those events.

You can choose to talk through the causes of your anger or express your anger through writing, painting, running or re-decorating your house. Find something that makes you feel better, and your anger will eventually leave you.

Now you know the answer to "where does anger come from," so it's up to you to use that knowledge. Understanding that you feel anger in order to protect yourself and defend yourself against a perceived threat will help you deal with your anger better.

You can identify what triggers your angry response and utilize all of your skills, talents and knowledge to express and release that anger in ways that will not cause further harm

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