Beginning
Often we allow ourselves to get l worked up about things that, upon closer examination, aren't really that big a deal. We focus on little problems and concerns and blow them way out of proportion. A stranger for example, might cut in front of us in traffic. Rather than let it go, and go on with our day, we convince ourselves that we are justified in our anger. We play out an imaginary confrontation in our mind. Many of us might even tell some-one else about the incident later on rather than simply let it go.Why not instead simply allow the driver to have his accident somewhere else?
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff ... and it's all small stuff: Simple Ways to Keep the Little Things from Taking Over Your Life ~ by Richard Carlson, 1997, psychology, 248 pages
Does your life seem to have as many ups and downs as a soap opera? Then let this little book that spent 100 weeks on The New York Times bestseller list show you how to stop blowing things out of proportion, stop worrying about things that might happen (but probably won't), stop obsessing about things you can't change and things that just don't matter ― and start living!
This book tells you how to keep from letting the little things in life drive you crazy. In thoughtful and insightful language, the author reveals ways to calm down in the midst of your hurried, stress-filled life. He suggests making small daily changes by choosing your battles wisely; reminding yourself that when you die, your 'in' box won't be empty; and making peace with imperfection. Learn how to:
- Live in the present moment.
- Let others have the glory at times.
- Lower your tolerance to stress.
- Trust your intuitions.
- Live each day as it might be your last.
- Make your life more stress-free.
I shared a bit more than I usually do of the "beginning," but I really HAD to include that great line in the second paragraph: "Why not instead simply allow the driver to have his accident somewhere else?" What a great beginning!
Gilion at Rose City Reader hosts
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