Do you ever catch yourself in a daydream when a favorite song like “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong comes on? All of a sudden you find yourself with your favorite person, or maybe sitting on the beach or even imagining what you will be doing if you reach that health goal you’ve been working on. And then you “wake yourself up” because you feel your life is too busy to be daydreaming and it is just a waste of time.
WRONG. Sit down, take a deep breath and let your mind wander for a bit. It is healthy for us in many ways—relieving stress being the most effective.
Our minds are very powerful, and the visual images we create can determine some of the strong feelings and emotions we experience. That is why it is important to be clear about what you want to visualize and why.
The power of positive thinking helps us move in that direction. Visualize being successful, and you will succeed. Your mind will help you move in the direction you need. Soon you will find yourself using more powerful, positive words in your description of yourself and your life. You will be living your thoughts.
Negative thoughts have a way of entering our minds all the time. We have to learn how to shake those out and keep the positive ones in place. Visualization will help you do that. Pick one place, person or thing that brings a smile to your face and make it be your special vision. Every time something negative pops into your head, use your special vision to help move you from that negative thought.
If I have had a difficult day, I take a shower and imagine that the water coming down on me is full of plus signs and that all the negative signs are washing down the drain. Soon I feel lighter and cleaner, and I don’t have the negativity surrounding me before I go to sleep that night.
There are many things we can do to enhance positive creative visualization to help change our moods. Take the time to grow your imagination—just like when you were a child. You are worth the time, effort, and most of all—the results.
I Care, Barb
By Rebecca Achilles August 19, 2019
Thank you for reminding me to slow down & remember “What A Wonderful World It Is”. By this time in summer I am tired & ready to refresh & recharge my batteries
By CK August 15, 2019
Love that song and thanks, Barb, for an inspiring “Moment Of truth”–Great read!;D
By patricia Lawrence August 12, 2019
I enjoyed the read, Always up lifting to read or hear something positive.
By Linda Marrero August 7, 2019
Love your posts. I have a new email address. TOPS has it but somehow you still have my old address. Is this where I’d sent you my new address? Also, we have two new members that would like to receive your blog, how do I go about getting them signed up? Thanks for all you do. I care.
By topsclub August 7, 2019
Hi Linda,
We updated your email address in the Blog subscription list. You should receive the next post at your new email address.
Members can subscribe to Monday Moment of Truth on the home page. They can find the subscribe box on the right-hand side under Barb’s bio. All they need to do is enter their name and email address and click subscribe. The blog sends them an email asking them to confirm their subscription. After confirming their subscription, they are added to the subscription list. They will receive an email notification when a new post is published. Hope this helps!
By Dianne Connerly August 6, 2019
This is a wonderful read Barb and I thank you so much! Life has been hectic lately and reading this blog brought me back into my “happy place”. Thanks again.
By Barbara Ward, TOPS NC 406, Fayetteville August 6, 2019
This was a wonderful blog which I needed very much. Thank you. You always seem to say the right words at the right time.
By Annie Kehoe August 6, 2019
I love the song by Louis Armstrong. It always gives me a warm and happy feeling. I have to stop what I’m doing and listen to to every word.
By Joni Chadwell August 12, 2019
That song makes me cry, because I know there are so many people out there that don’t enjoy what has been put in front of us. They are too busy to appreciate nature and all we have. Also I run a home for disabled adults and I have two ladies that are blind and I couldn’t imagine them not getting a chance to see what all we have.
By Judy Rhoden August 5, 2019
Such a beautiful read. It brought wonderful memories to my mind and
made me feel happy. Thank you , Judy
By Nancy Strauss August 5, 2019
I daydream a lot and love that song. power of positive thinking is great
By Doreen maude August 5, 2019
Very inspiring. Barb
By Robin O August 5, 2019
I definitely needed to read this today. Thank you for the reminder about the power of positive visualization!
By Christine Thomas August 5, 2019
Wonderful reminder. Appreciate this blog as I strive to practice gratitude.