The Positive Podcast Joshua Jehudah

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Life often presents us with situations where we've been wronged or betrayed. It's natural to feel resentment, but what happens when we choose to respond with kindness?


Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself. We discuss how choosing not to regret being good, even to those who have wronged you, can lead to profound personal healing. It's not about excusing their actions but freeing yourself from the burden of resentment


It can be difficult to maintain a positive attitude and display kindness towards those who have wronged you. However, it is important not to regret being good to them. Here's why:

1. Personal Growth: By choosing to be kind instead of seeking revenge or holding grudges, you demonstrate emotional maturity and personal growth. It shows that you are above petty conflicts and have the strength to rise above negativity.

2. Maintaining Integrity: Being good to others, even when they have wronged you, reflects your values and principles. It shows that your actions are guided by integrity rather than retaliation.

3. Breaking the Cycle: Responding with kindness can sometimes surprise or confuse the person who has wronged you. Your compassionate response may serve as a catalyst for their own self-reflection and positive change in behavior.

4. Emotional Well-being: Holding onto anger, resentment, or regret can negatively impact your mental health and overall well-being. Choosing forgiveness and moving forward allows you to free yourself from these negative emotions.

5.Positive Influence: Your decision not to retaliate can inspire others around you as well. They may witness your strength in adversity and choose compassion over revenge themselves.

Remember that being good doesn't mean allowing yourself to be continually mistreated or taken advantage of; it simply means choosing grace over bitterness when dealing with those who have harmed you in some way.






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Worrying is like carrying around a backpack full of rocks. It weighs you down, steals your energy, and often, the rocks are unnecessary. Today, we're going to unpack why worrying might be more harmful than we think





Negative Impact on Mental Health:
Worrying is closely linked to increased stress and anxiety levels. Persistent worry can contribute to the development or exacerbation of mental health issues such as generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and even insomnia. The constant cycle of negative thoughts and anticipation of potential problems can take a toll on one's overall well-being.


Physical Health Consequences:
Beyond affecting mental health, chronic worrying can have detrimental effects on physical health. Increased stress levels associated with worrying are linked to a range of health problems, including cardiovascular issues, weakened immune system, digestive problems, and tension-related ailments such as headaches and muscle pain.


Impaired Decision-Making:
Excessive worry often clouds rational thinking and impairs decision-making abilities. When individuals are consumed by anxious thoughts, it becomes challenging to assess situations objectively and make sound choices. This can lead to poor decision-making in both personal and professional aspects of life.


Strained Relationships:
Constant worry may cause individuals to become irritable, moody, or withdrawn, straining relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. The preoccupation with potential problems might make it difficult to engage fully in social interactions, leading to misunderstandings and a sense of isolation.


Reduced Productivity:
Worrying can be a significant hindrance to productivity. When individuals are preoccupied with anxious thoughts, it becomes challenging to focus on tasks at hand. This reduced ability to concentrate may lead to decreased efficiency in both professional and personal pursuits, impacting overall productivity and success.




3 Practical Ways to Quit Worrying




Practice Mindfulness Meditation:
Engaging in mindfulness meditation is a powerful strategy to break the cycle of worry. Mindfulness involves focusing your attention on the present moment without judgment. Regular meditation helps cultivate awareness and allows you to observe your thoughts without becoming entangled in them. Over time, this practice can create a mental habit of staying grounded in the present and reducing the tendency to worry about the future.


Implement Positive Visualization Techniques:
Replace worry with positive visualization by consciously directing your thoughts toward favorable outcomes. When you catch yourself worrying, take a moment to vividly imagine a positive scenario related to the situation. Visualizing success and positive outcomes not only shifts your mindset but also helps to rewire your brain over time. This technique trains your mind to default to constructive thinking rather than dwelling on potential problems.


Set Aside "Worry Time" and Take Action:
Designate a specific time each day as your "worry time." During this period, allow yourself to think about your concerns and anxieties. When worries arise outside of this designated time, consciously redirect your thoughts and remind yourself that you have allocated time to address these concerns. Additionally, take practical steps to address the issues causing worry. Create an action plan, break down tasks into manageable steps, and focus on solutions rather than dwelling on problems. Taking tangible actions can provide a sense of control and diminish the need for excessive worry.










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Tough times can come in many forms and affect us all at different points in our lives. Whether it's a personal crisis, financial difficulties, health issues, or relationship problems, tough times can be incredibly challenging to navigate.

During these difficult periods, it's important to remember that you're not alone. Reach out to friends, family members, or support groups who can provide a listening ear and offer guidance.

Sometimes just talking about your struggles with someone who cares can help alleviate some of the burdens you're carrying. Additionally, finding healthy ways to cope with stress is crucial.

Engaging in activities that bring you joy or practicing self-care techniques like meditation or exercise can help improve your overall well-being during tough times.

Taking care of yourself physically and mentally is essential for building resilience and getting through challenging situations.

It's also helpful to remind yourself that tough times are temporary; they won't last forever. It might feel overwhelming now, but try to focus on the future and look for opportunities for growth amidst adversity.

Tough times often teach us valuable lessons about ourselves and our abilities to overcome obstacles. Lastly, seeking professional help if needed should never be overlooked.

Therapists or counselors have the expertise and experience necessary to guide individuals through tough times effectively.

Remember that while going through tough times may seem insurmountable at first glance, there is always hope for better days ahead.

Keep pushing forward one step at a time; strength often comes from within when faced with challenges head-on. last forever




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Can Thoughts Create our Reality?


On brain scans, imaginative thoughts activate many identical brain areas, which directly influence you, physically and emotionally.

Thoughts have the power to manifest your reality because they send strong signals to the universe, and these signals create subtle changes that radiate out into our lives


Your thoughts create your reality and shape your life. Your thoughts thoughts become your reality when you repeat them often.






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November RainBy Ellen P. Allerton

November rain! November rain!Fitfully beating the window pane:Creeping in pools across the street;Clinging in slush to dainty feet;Shrouding in black the sun at noon;Wrapping a pall about the moon.

Out in the darkness, sobbing, sighing,Yonder, where the dead are lying,Over mounds with headstones gray,And new ones made but yesterday—Weeps the rain above the mould,Weeps the night-rain, sad and cold.

The low wind wails—a voice of pain.Fit to chime with the weeping rain.Dirge-like, solemn, it sinks and swells,Till I start and listen for tolling bells,And let them toll—the summer fled,Wild winds and rain bewail the dead.

And yet not dead. A prophesyOver wintry wastes comes down to me,Strong, exultant, floating downOver frozen fields and forests brown,Clear and sweet it peals and swells,Like New Year chimes from midnight bells.

It tells of a heart with life aglow,Throbbing under the shrouding snow,Beating, beating with pulses warm,While roars above it the gusty storm.Asleep—not dead—your grief is vain,Wild, wailing winds, November rain.






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