Train for Life

Category: Emotional Intelligence

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Self-Compassion What do you need right now? What do you long to hear from others? Write 3 well wishes to yourself by filling in the blank: “May I __________.” Close your eyes, and say out loud these statements slowly to yourself. *If speaking out loud is not available to you now, write down the statements…

  • Welcome September

    Seek reasons to be hopeful this month.

  • Wordy Wednesday

    Temporal Attachment We can think of attachment as it relates to people of things. However, we can also be attached to time.  Think about a situation you are in right now. It may feel like this situation will always be the way it is in the present time: our suffering or joy, our relationships, or our possessions…

  • Mindful Monday

    Expectation Hangover Something did not turn out how you had hoped? Life (or s**t) happens. Take the Disappointment Detox: Where your expectations realistic? How much effort did you put in? Did anything unexpected happen? What did you learn from this? What would you do differently?             Reference Woo, J. (2023).…

  • Mindful Monday

    Beautiful Oops When you think you have made a mistake, think of it as an opportunity to make something beautiful. -Barney Saltzberg If  you were a comedian, how would you turn your blunder into a stand-up/skit? If you were an artist, how would you draw your mistake? If you were a dancer, how would you choreograph your…

  • Mindful Monday

    Focus on the Problem Identify a problem or situation that is causing you stress. Brainstorm five (5) ideas that could either solve the problem or remove you from the situation. Turn your best idea into a solution by planning actionable steps. Take the first (small) step today. Set a deadline to complete the rest of…

  • Welcome August

    This month focus on giving and receiving more.

  • Mindful Monday

    How to Get Unstuck Rumination leads to repetitive and reactive thought patterns.  Positive emotionality can help to broaden your focus and options. What memory or emotion are you dwelling on? Identify a positive emotion that will motivate you to change or accept your situation. Some examples include, gratitude, hope, curiosity, joy, or confidence.    …

  • Mindful Monday

    Curb Your Distractions Distractions are helpful when you need a (mental) break. However, they can also be procrastination in disguise. How to spot the difference: How am I feeling? What am I avoiding? What am I afraid of?           Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind Brain Emotion. https://mindbrainemotion.com/

  • Mindful Monday

    Savoring To savor is to notice and relish. Some ways to savor the moment: Owning your accomplishment. Expressing gratitude. Luxuriating in physical comforts. Marveling with wonder. What other ways to savor the moment can you think of? Choose a way to savor something in your life today. Repeat for at least one week.    …