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Comment on Your internal thermostat

2010-06-11T01:26:19Z

Bob, ghank you for writing such a thought-provoking blog. In it you ask, <<< I am deeply grateful to be able to say, Yesss! My brand is as "The Confidence Coach," and my specialty is turning not enough self-esteem and too much anger into peaceful power. I join with you in this noble cause. RRR

Comment on Your internal thermostat

2010-06-10T19:51:14Z

Hi Coach Bob,

You really caught my interest with this blog.The idea of an emotional thermostat
that you can preset is a great metaphor....simple to understand and immediately creates a vision of the individual being in control.

As you correctly pointed out, outside events are happening all the time and some of them are going to impact some particular individual. Then the question immediately becomes what should the reaction be? In many cases it's visceral, your emotions just immediately take over and suddenly you find yourself reacting in a way that later on, you are either not proud of or you realize that it was counter productive. So, it's helpful to accept the fact that its not the event itself that is important, it's how you choose to react. The word choose implies control. And of course a preset emotional thermostat gives you that control.....not of the outside event, but of how you respond to it. Soon, you learn two things about yourself....that positive serves you better than negative, so if there is frequently negative self talk going on inside you,that's an issue you want to recognize and to replace with yes and positives. Secondly, after awhile, you will come to recognize that each of us has an inner tool box containing the wherewithal to help you use your innate power to BE, DO, HAVE anything you wish.
But all in time....one step at a time,living in the NOW, celebrating each successful step you take to degrade that "stroke that sucks" in your life.
And it can all start with that emotional thermostat.

What a positive thought to remind yourself about everyday.

Coach Bob is a master at pinpointing helpful , practical steps that will really make a difference.

Can't wait to see what you offer next, Coach Bob.

Jerry J (Relationship Coach)

Comment on Patient Heal Thyself

2010-06-09T17:40:02Z

Love your post Bob! I have done this "resetting" of emotions many times in my life, but must admit, I forget from time to time too. Thanks for reminding me, I am the master of my emotions at all times.

Comment on My Friend Joe

2010-06-06T07:26:27Z

Bob,
That was beautifully said. May God bless and keep you in his loving arms in your time of need.....today and always.

Comment on My Friend Joe

2010-06-06T03:03:25Z

Joe passed away peacefully today

Comment on Patient Heal Thyself

2010-06-04T23:09:28Z

Hi, Bob, what great encouragement and good advice. How wonderful it must feel for the many people turning to your website and blog, to read practical help there, as well as loving support from you as "one who knows." Blessings, RRR

Comment on Patient Heal Thyself

2010-06-04T22:01:51Z

Hey Bob,

A very practical article on how stroke sufferers can do a LOT to help to heal themselves. Considering your background and personal history in this area, your readers would do well to pay rapt attention and follow your advice as I am sure many of them do. When you take responsibility for doing things yourself that will make a difference,
it is a lot more positive than relying exclusively on a doctor who you openly see periodically.Very good for your emotional and mental heath as well.

Well done, Bob.

Jerry

Comment on Patient Heal Thyself

2010-06-04T21:29:19Z

Although I've not personally, experienced a stroke, because of life experience that goes along with being 66, I have witnessed many friends who have had strokes over the years. Some were slight and they recovered quickly. Other have gone from complete inability to move or speak to fully recovering and participating fully in the new life they created. Yes, I say "new" and "created" because they are not exactly the same as they were before the stroke. They are people who have a greater sense of empathy for others' struggles with overcoming challenges and limitations. They also seem to be more capable of savoring the moment -- call it slower -- call it wiser -- certainly transformed into being an "overcomer."

Comment on Give it up

2010-06-04T02:38:13Z

Thank you Malcolm.

Comment on Give it up

2010-06-04T01:40:11Z

What could I possibly add that would improve on your post?

Maybe one small thing, perhaps: Take this post to heart, and put it into action multiple times each day!

Blessings.