Worry is the silent killer.
We read about rising rates of heart disease, cancer and mental disorders
every day but perhaps worrying oneself into ill-health is the biggest and most
common cause of all initial problems.
Worry is like a seed that often germinates and grows without our
consciousness.
We call it different names. (Stress, anxiety, pressure).
We downplay it.
We sometimes even deny it.
But the facts are, with more options and greater expectations in
everything we do, how we deal with worry often determines the quality of life
we have.
Here are some ways how great leaders fight worry.
They
accept the worst case scenario. Then start to improve on it.
Worrying is directly linked to the unknown.
Most of the time, we tend to worry about things that might happen.
Whether it is losing one's job, not passing those exams or slowly losing
our hair, being uncertain about the future cripples our reasoning and
overwhelms everything we try and do.
Despite other people's reasoning, often we can fear the worst.
Great leaders understand that no-one can predict the future. Rather than
endlessly thinking through all the countless possibilities, they get focused.
They ask themselves "what is the worst thing that can
happen?", Simply coming to terms with this brings clarity and peace of
mind. If worst comes to worst they learn to accept it. They then start to take
steps to improve on this - which automatically means they have everything to
gain.
Great leaders improve on the worst case scenario.
They
stay busy
Our thoughts are amazing things.
They are the seedlings of all our desires, actions and beliefs. In fact,
what we think about most of the time, we tend to become.
Positive thoughts equal positive actions. Negative thoughts equal
negative actions.
Even worry finds it hard to occupy a busy mind. Great leaders understand
that negative thoughts can be counter-acted with positive actions. As soon as
they detect the presence of any worry they get into action and do something
that preoccupies them. That prevents the worry from growing.
The worst thing you can do in the midst of worry is to over-analyze or
discuss. We all know people who have researched endlessly about worrisome
issues and who only want to discuss their own
problems.
The best thing to do is get busy.
Substitute the worry with something else.
They
discuss with an expert and take ACTION!
As social creatures, we are programmed to seek comfort with others.
Therefore it makes sense that it often feels therapeutic to get support
and reassurance from others through sharing our worries.
The problem is, everyone has a different opinion. Which can often mean
even more confusion leading to greater worry.
Great leaders understand that to discuss a worrying issue with someone,
it's essential to use an expert. Someone who is qualified to give accurate and
knowledgeable advice.
Not only does this build reassurance, it also creates focus.
Accurate knowledge is the starting point for decisiveness. And
decisiveness leads to action.
Great leaders speak with experts to confidently take action.
Conclusion
How we fight worry is an essential component of a fulfilling life.
Our health, careers, relationships and even finances will all improve by
handling worry efficiently.
Hiring managers can gain much from those people who know how to fight
worry and empower others around them.
How do you fight worry?
Maintain the right attitude
Never Stop Thinking…..TODAY
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