Okay, so, today I want to talk about something I’ve been trying out – embracing life psychology. It’s been a journey, let me tell you. It all started a few months ago when I was feeling really down. You know those times when everything feels heavy and pointless? That was me. I stumbled upon this idea of embracing life, flaws and all, and I thought, “Why not give it a shot?”
First thing I did was start a journal. Nothing fancy, just a notebook where I jotted down my thoughts and feelings every day. It was rough at first. I mean, facing your own thoughts, especially the negative ones, isn’t easy. But I kept at it. I wrote about the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Daily Reflection
- Woke up feeling groggy.
- Had a small argument with my partner. Felt frustrated.
- Took a walk in the park. The sun felt good.
- Worked on a project I’m passionate about. Felt a sense of accomplishment.
- Ended the day reading a book. Felt peaceful.
Then, I decided to try something new each week. One week, I took up painting. I’m no Picasso, but it was fun! Another week, I tried cooking a new cuisine. It was a disaster, but I laughed it off. The point was to step out of my comfort zone and just experience new things, no matter the outcome.
I also started paying more attention to my physical health. I’m not a gym person, but I began taking long walks every day. Just being outside, feeling the sun on my skin, it did wonders for my mood. I even started doing a bit of yoga in my living room, following some videos. I felt more energized, more alive.
One of the biggest things I did was to reconnect with old friends. I reached out to people I hadn’t spoken to in years. We met up, shared stories, and it felt like no time had passed. It was so good to have those connections again. Also, I made it a point to tell people in my life that I appreciate them more often than before.
Now, I’m not saying I’m suddenly this super happy person all the time. I still have bad days. But now, I handle them better. I acknowledge my feelings, I let myself feel them, and then I move on. I don’t dwell on the negative as much anymore.
Embracing life, for me, has been about accepting that life is messy. It’s about trying new things, making mistakes, and learning from them. It’s about appreciating the small moments and the people around you. It’s a work in progress, but it’s definitely worth it.
