Changing Your Perspective
Seeing things differently
If you’re anything like me, you spend too much time online trying to keep up with what’s going on in the world. Trouble is, though, the media is full of depressing news stories: war, political conflict, violence, homelessness, the climate crisis, the cost of living crisis, and so much more that it’s too distressing to list.
If we want to feel good about life, we need to get away from all those depressing news stories. We need to do something about where we place our attention.
A strategy I’ve found helpful is shifting your attention away from all those depressing news stories to focus on what’s going on in your life. Every time I make the shift, I notice life’s pretty good where I am.
At the time of writing, we’re enjoying a mild summer here on the Australian coast. There are no wars, floods, wildfires or gun violence raging in our neighbourhood. We have access to sufficient resources to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle with family and friends. In fact, the biggest challenge I’m facing is losing those extra kilos I put on over the festive season.
Thinking about what’s going on in my life is a lot less stressful than worrying about what’s going on in Ukraine or China, for example. It might be fun reading about the antics of the US Congress or the ongoing…