It's scary how your mind can play tricks on you.
Today we are visiting my mother's house for the first time since we moved a couple of weeks ago.
Both Lesley and I have just had a 'discussion' with Katie because she is frightened that my mother's tiny shi-tzu dog is going to chase after the tassles on her clothes!
Yet...normally Katie is more than happy to play with 'Charlie'.
But today...she is almost beside herself with worry that he might chase after her!
It's amazing how...despite nothing whatsoever changing in the external environment...YOU change.
Of course it might not be as obvious as Katie's behavior...but it still happens - probably more than you think.
For example...a passing comment in a conversation may have a dramatic effect on your self-confiedence.
I've personally received emails that 'have a go' at me for some unjustifiable reason...but it does have an impact...even though nothing has really changed!
So...be careful how much you 'talk yourself into' (or out of) situations that are really only based upon the tricks that your mind plays on you.
Always remember...YOU are more in control than you think!
Posted by vurnumg
