Short messages on Mental health, stress and anxiety issues from Respect Yourself, the guidance site for young people to help make good decisions in life.
On particularly rough days, when you’re sure you can’t possibly endure, remind yourself that your track record for getting through bad days so far is 100%, and that’s pretty good.
There are over 7.2 billion people on Earth. Are you going to let 1 person ruin your day?
Someone with critical thinking skills can: understand the logical connections between ideas; identify, construct and evaluate arguments; solve problems systematically.
Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally. It includes the ability to engage in reflective and independent thinking.
Horace said “Rule your mind, or it will rule you”. You have the ability to train your mind and control your thoughts so your mind obeys you, not the other way around.
It isn’t easy to remain positive when negativity surrounds you, but remember that you have full control over your attitude.
The ocean can’t sink a ship unless it gets inside the ship: all the negativity in the world can’t bring you down unless you allow it to get inside your head.
Surround yourself with those who believe in you, encourage you, and are willing to support you when it rains, not just when it shines.
You can’t “un-see” something distressing. Just because it’s being shown on the News doesn’t mean it’s responsible for them to show or appropriate for you to watch. You can choose not to watch.
Avoid spreading yourself too thin. Give your best to just a few important things, rather than a mediocre effort to too many things. Be strongly committed to the opportunities that allow you to use your gifts well.