HThere are women and men who go through life taking several laps around the same point and, without realizing it, move away from happiness. They walk without faith and are impregnated with a tedium that leaves them submerged in yawning.
They are specialists in getting bored ‘of everything and for everything’. That ‘soporific’ way of being connects a kind of ‘chip’ to their brains that makes them see the world gray and breathless.
They go around with the ‘autopilot’ on at all times, without taking a breath and, worse still, being indifferent to the reality they are going through.
Is bored? Great care! Being fed up with everything is a constant source of problems, even if these seem fairly minor at first.
‘Feeding’ boredom can leave you with other more serious consequences that affect your mental health after outbreaks of stress, sadness and depression.
If you are bored by something, to the point that your reluctance is on the surface, you should question why your spark, energy and will to live have gone out.
Do a self-examination and analyze your state of mind: Is your reality so desperate that you live ‘under grade’? Do you get carried away by silly things and always end up focusing on the negative aspects? Is there something positive that you can focus on more? Can you change something about this annoying situation?
Learn to focus and give your full attention to a task that really interests you.
Through various studies, it has been found that people who control their own thoughts and can concentrate well on a task rarely get bored.
Beware: boredom can also be a clear sign that you should leave what does not contribute anything and, therefore, discover new things and get to know yourself better.
Suddenly he has not found his way to his world. Remember that in life everything is in love with whom you do things. It is not a matter of words; it’s just a matter of attitude.
Have the strength to take on the challenges that life offers you and don’t let yourself get discouraged. Everything that happens to you has a reason for being; Good things always come out of bad times.
Instead of spending time getting bored by the ‘stains’ in your world, it would be best to put in a little effort to get rid of so many bad streaks.
Give yourself the time you need and discover what really motivates you. Take the opportunity to turn what affects you into something positive.
In short, you decide if you let boredom trap you in this tedious spiral or if you want to take it as a great challenge to change your environment. God bless you!
BRIEF REFLECTIONS
* It is clear that nothing is eternal, but everything we take care of lasts longer. Value those wonderful people you have by your side. Always remember to be with those ‘angels’, enjoy them and value the time you spend with them. In the end, what counts is every moment lived.
* Every gardener knows that the secret to healthy plants is after cutting off the ‘dead parts’. When the leaves begin to wilt or turn brown, that area needs to be pruned. For your health, renew yourself and look for better horizons. Stay away from what doesn’t allow you to add!
* You do not have to assume the responsibilities of others. Thus, you must learn to say “no” when asked to take on other people’s tasks. It is not about not collaborating, but about not getting entangled with situations or jobs that disturb your tranquility and well-being.
* Being a good memory in someone’s life is a great way to stay forever in the hearts of those we love. Doing something that takes us out of our everyday life and activates our emotions can be the first step towards creating new memories.
THE QUERY OF THE DAY
Anxieties frequently assault our state of mind, especially in these difficult times. However, with each question we have one more chance to face a new horizon, either by reasoning or applying healthy strategies for the soul. What are those fears that affect you today? Tell us about them to reflect on it on this page. Send your testimony to Euclides Kilô Ardila at the following email: eardila@vanguardia.com In this column, he himself will respond. Let’s look at today’s case:
Testimony: “Why aren’t things the way they were yesterday, when I was young? I remember that I used to surround myself with nice people; Today, however, I am among people who do nothing but torment my existence. I even get to be with someone who did a ‘bad move’ on me and I’m forced to see his face every day in the office. In addition, I feel that I am not growing as a professional. This, in addition to altering my life, makes me sick. Thank you for giving me some advice.”
Answer: There are four things that are undermining your peace of mind and, to a certain extent, your health: 1. You live thinking about the past; 2. Holds too much grudge; 3. Insist on being around toxic people; and 4. Has not been able to leave on time.
Stop remembering yesterday; that is not exactly your best option to continue with your life. In the same way, there is nothing to be gained from being spiteful: that negative emotion, which in your case arose when that person you are talking about misbehaved with you, is causing you unhappiness and suffering. Holding a grudge causes more pain and physical discomfort for you than for the person who hurt you.
Know how to ‘keep at bay’ those toxic people around you. If someone doesn’t respect his boundaries and you’re clear that he doesn’t get much sympathy, you should limit the amount of time you interact with him. Do that, because only then can you be at peace in his office.
On the other hand, if you feel that you are not growing in the place you are in and, worse still, every day it is unbearable to be there, maybe it is time for you to leave there.
Analyze it well and ask God for serenity and wisdom to act! And regardless of what you decide to do, be clear that you can never give others the power to affect your peace of mind. I send you a hug!