(05-10-10) Avoid the Harmful Effects of Negative Thinking

by Fleur Hupston, citizen journalist


Some people have an inborn tendency to be negative; others become negative
because of the barrage of depressing news presented and listened to on a daily
basis. Still others have a negative sense of self-worth and feel they cannot
compete in today's world. Negativity especially impacts the elderly, often
making them spiral into depression. While one should not bury one's head in the
sand, fighting negative thoughts can result in a longer, happier and more
productive life.

Negative Thinking - What the Experts Say

According to experts, negativity actually impedes impulses from being
transmitted between the central nervous system and the brain. Because the brain
cannot interpret impulses correctly, this affects the functioning of the brain
and body. Memory is affected; sleep disturbances are experienced; emotional
upsets become the order of the day; and immune function can also be affected,
resulting in susceptibility to colds and flu.

Dealing with Anger and Negative Thinking

It would seem that exploding with anger is more destructive than it is to curb
it. According to a recent study undertaken by the Department of Public Health
Sciences in Sweden, women who expressed their anger had a 42% greater chance of
dying from heart complications versus the 19% of women who suppressed or
controlled their rage. Learning to channel negative emotions diminishes strain
and helps the body cope better with trying situations.

Negativity can also be the result of constantly trying to fit more into an
overcrowded schedule. Studies show that those who lead a competitive, stressful
lifestyle or who strive for perfection often have higher levels of a harmful
amino acid and a damaging protein in their blood, which can cause inflammation
in the arteries and heart problems.

Tips to Fight Negativity

It may take consistent effort to control negative thoughts. Be aware of your
thinking patterns and make a conscious effort to replace negative thoughts with
positive ones.

Stay away from energy vampires and other negative people, who can affect your
own outlook on life.

While it's good to be aware of what is going on in the world, don't constantly
watch TV programs or read news items that make life seem impossibly hopeless.
Focus on doing something useful and relaxing such as planting a garden,
exercising or playing with kids.

Learn to delegate and/or manage time better.

Get enough sleep, drink plenty of pure water and eat a junk food free diet.
Also important is to take the time to enjoy and appreciate the food you are
eating. Gulping down food on the run is a sure way to contribute to overall
poor health.

Control angry outbursts by walking away when a situation reaches boiling
point. Force yourself to breathe deeply and calm down.

Sources:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/...
http://www.naturalnews.com/025445_t...
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle...
(NaturalNews)

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