A few weeks ago, I had a presentation to do and right before I walked out the door I received a disturbing phone call. Now, I have to be upbeat and positive when doing a presentation, so I listened to music on the way to the event but I was still not myself. In cases like this, I "fake it till I make it" And thats exactly what I did. I can't even tell you how far along I was in my presentation, but at some point I realized I WAS actually feeling pumped up and positive.
I have used this technique many times. I have shared with you dozens of tricks and tools I use to lead a happier, more fulfilling life...but sometimes it's just not enough. When all else fails, fake it till you make it. Not feeling confident? Pretend you are. Feeling grouchy? Pretend you're in a good mood. It's not really that hard to do. So lets say you're feeling a bit grouchy. There have been days when you were in a good mood, you just need to remember what that good mood felt like. Pretend you are in a play, pretend its an acting job. Now, it will feel unnatural at first, but trust me, it will get easier and before you know it, you won't even be acting at all.
For years the advice columns and self help gurus have been using this technique, usually on a grander scale...for prosperity, relationships, career success, etc. and for good reason...it works! When you pretend, fake it, you change your focus...your mind set. Your mind can only focus on one thing at a time...you can only be thinking one thought at a time...when you turn your attention to the desired result, your mind switches gears to accommodate you. It's as simple as that. So next time you're in a slump, try pretending you're having a great day...Fake it Till you make it!
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