Most of our emotions precede certain reactions by our
body. For example, when we are angry, we scowl at people; when sad; we tend to
go into depression. Similarly, when we are happy, we laugh or smile a lot. But,
the opposite of same is also true; many of our actions lead to varied emotions.
Don't believe it? Do the following exercise for firsthand experience- if you
are in a good mood & having a good time, just drop your shoulders & put
your hands on your forehead as if something bad is about to take place. Think
of something that gave you a lot of pain & observe what happens. Your body
will read the action & will command your mind to change the emotion. All of
a sudden, you start going into depression and a mood of melancholy descends on
you in no time. This further reminds you of more such incidents of past; and a
vicious cycle sets in.
Thoughts play an important role in setting the tone for
the day. But, the problem with thoughts is that they are difficult to control
as a large number of thoughts pass through our mind daily. So, what is the
alternative? Control your emotions by controlling your actions. Observe the
posture of your body when you are angry. Is it a relaxed posture or a tight
one? Of course, your body is in an upright posture; your heart beat is more
than normal & if you are speaking, your pitch is high. Now, do the opposite-
sit down, take a deep breath & try to divert your attention away from the
matter that is making you angry. If possible, listen to some soothing song or
play with your pet & try to smile. You will definitely feel some change in
a positive direction. While you cannot change the situation that is making you
angry, you can surely bring a change in your actions & thus, in your
emotions.
Don’t smile only when you are happy; try to smile to make
yourself happy even in a depressing environment. It can be the source of your
permanent joy. This curve will certainly set a lot of things straight!
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