Happy Monday
*Focus*
A core element of the structured Resilience Redefined coaching programme (coming soon) will be to teach people how to reduce the impact of negative thoughts and feelings. It is perfectly normal to have negative thoughts and feelings, in fact we will all experience a range of emotions throughout the day. My aim is not to try and help people get rid of negative thoughts and feelings but to reduce their power so they do not dictate our actions/behaviour.
For this Focus activity, I just want you to try and notice what thoughts and feelings you are having throughout your day. Try not to get caught up in the thoughts, or judge them, just notice and continue on with your day. Below, are two more structure activities to help you notice your thoughts and reduce the impact they are having on your wellbeing.
*Boost*
Try these exercises whenever you notice you are feeling a bit rubbish or you are doing/getting an urge to do something that does not align with the person you identified in the first Focus activity. I've included a reference guide for each practice below. - RAIN: Recognise, Allow, Investigate, Nurture
- Recognise what is happening;
- Allow the experience to be there, just as it is;
- Investigate with interest and care;
- Nurture with self-compassion.
- Acknowledge your thoughts and feelings
- Connect with your body
- Engage in what you're doing.
You can find a reflective log in the Focus and Boost Classroom page. Please complete this as and when you try the activities.