One of my newest blogging friends, Linda, is another kind soul uplifting others and reminded me of cartoonist Scott Adams. If you’re not familiar, he created the character Dilbert, a beleaguered office worker. Mr. Adams also wrote a book called “Reframe Your Brain” and has recently started reading bits daily on his Youtube channel broadcast.
The one he shared on 11/14 regarded having negative thoughts. Instead of just trying to stop them, he suggests, replace them and essentially crowd the darkness out. I like this a lot. Whatever makes (or made) you happy, focus on that.

I used to enjoy Dilbert but haven't seen it since we canceled the newpaper.
ReplyDeleteI never read it, oddly enough.
DeleteI am familiar with Dilbert, but didn't know about the stepson. I like his idea to reframe your brain. XO
ReplyDeleteI need to check it out from the library. :D
DeleteSounds interesting. But when I read your title, I thought the post would be about literal darkness---winter! And I thought, oh good, ways to make me believe its spring, or even summer.
ReplyDeleteSorry; it's a biblical reference. I'll have to let you know what my husband purchased for me.
DeleteThat's an interesting book; will put on my TBR list.
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DeleteDad says he used to enjoy reading the Dilbert strips. He also says that, having been brought up through his teens under constant dark, negative thoughts, it had been a way of life for years. We did not know that about his stepson. That's sad.
ReplyDeleteI'm sad for your dad, too. Be well, my dear.
DeleteHas it worked for you? I have heard of similar techniques.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried this exact technique. Instead, I turn my thoughts to someone who stays upbeat despite a miserable existence. An extremely rare skin condition has him bedridden now. :( So pouting about something silly is absurd. Be well!
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