You Do Have Options...for Solutions...if You Want Them : )

[Susan : )]

5 Things To Do

Instead Of Complaining

I’ve been speaking to a lot of organizations around the country and the one thing I keep hearing from leaders and employees is that complaining is at an all time high. I’m not surprised.

There are two main reasons why we complain.

1. We complain because we feel powerless.

2. We complain because it’s a habit.

The economy has shaken a lot of people’s foundations and we feel powerless which leads to a rise in habitual complaining.

 

So this week I want to encourage you to go on a complaining fast. Not because it will make everyone around you happier, although it will, but because it will help you experience more joy, peace, success and positive relationships. Believe me; I know a lot about complaining. I use to be a professional complainer and found that it not only sabotages your happiness and success but the morale of your team and family.

 

To help you break out of a “complaining” rut here are five things you can do instead of complain. These tips will help you realize you are not powerless. You have the power to choose your beliefs and actions. And in your focus on the positive instead of the negative you'll find the faith, strength and confidence to take on life’s challenges and identify the solutions to your complaints.

 

1. Practice Gratitude. Research shows that when we count three blessings a day, we get a measurable boost in happiness that uplifts and energizes us. It's also physiologically impossible to be stressed and thankful at the same time. Two thoughts cannot occupy our mind at the same time. If you are focusing on gratitude, you can't be negative. You can also energize and engage your coworkers by letting them know you are grateful for them and their work.

2. Praise Others. Instead of complaining about what others are doing wrong, start focusing on what they are doing right. Praise them and watch as they create more success as a result. Of course, point out their mistakes so they can learn and grow, but make sure you give three times as much praise as criticism.

3. Focus on Success. Start a success journal. Each night before you go to bed, write down the one great thing about your day. The one great conversation, accomplishment, or win that you are most proud of. Focus on your success, and you'll look forward to creating more success tomorrow.

4. Let Go. Focus on the things that you have the power to change, and let go of the things that are beyond your control. You’ll be amazed that when you stop trying to control everything, it all somehow works out. Surrender is the answer.

5. Pray. Scientific research shows that daily prayer reduces stress; boosts positive energy; and promotes health, vitality, and longevity. When you are faced with the urge to complain or you are feeling stressed to the max, stop, be still, plug-in to the ultimate power, and recharge.

~Jon Gordon

 

Check this out! : )

 

Click HERE for a poster!

To purchase the book, click HERE!

This is the first book that got me started: click HERE!
-

Click HERE to see my blogs index!

[Susan : )]

Happiness is mental fitness.

Your level of physical fitness is determined by two things:
1. What you put into your body (nutrition)
2. What you do with your body (exercise)

Your level of happiness is formed in the same way
1. What you put into your mind (positive vs. negative news, views, music, movies, etc.)
2. What you do with your mind (forcing your mind to think about good outcomes rather than worry)

What are you putting into your mind today? Junk food or nourishment?
What are you doing with your mind today? Holding it on desired outcomes or letting it run in panicked circles?

Will Bowen

[Susan : )]

Love me some Will Bowen!!

[Susan : )]

The word "blame" is a contraction of "Be Lame." When you complain and blame others, you rendor yourself lame!  www.acomplaintfreeworld.org

[Susan : )]

Needing others to stop complaining so you can become Complaint Free is like expecting others to diet and exercise so you can be fit! www.acomplaintfreeworld.org

[Susan : )]

Complaining only makes you miserable. Either plan/take effective action, or gracefully accept the circumstances you are called upon to bear.

[Susan Bradbury]

If you have time to whine and complain about something then you have the time to do something about it. 
~Anthony J. D'Angel

[Susan : )]

If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.
http://www.acomplaintfreeworld.org/

[Susan : )]

"Most people do not realize that as they continue to find things to complain about, they disallow their own physical well-being. Many do not realize that before they were complaining about an aching body or a chronic disease, they were complaining about many other things first. It does not matter if the object of your ...complaint is about someone you are angry with, behavior in others that you believe is wrong, or something wrong with your own physical body. Complaining is complaining, and it disallows improvement." ......I do not know the author of this!

[Charles Albert Premoe]

Susan: You truly are an insparation. Thank you for your power positive comments. Blessings to you. : )

[Sandra Lambert]

So funny!