How To Visualize Happy Situations

They say "Walk by Faith, Not by Sight"

And, "If you believe something you are halfway there"

I've noticed I always imagine conflict, strife, etc.

This makes me very unhappy.

Then I write posts about "Running Interference" here and here

But what if we didn't have to "Run Interference", what if we can simply enjoy situations?

This morning Joel Osteen said pray big prayers. Don't pray to function in your dysfunctional family, but pray for something big, something bold. If God tells you it is your birthday, you are entitled to ask God for anything.

Of course, your dreams and desires must make the world a better place.

Then I started reading "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" where Frank Covey helps his son Sean Covey visualize playing football.

When Sean is tensed about football and Frank asks why, Sean says that he visualized himself tense about football.

Our thoughts are coming attraction of what is to be.

I see it so many time ---- especially with my dad who imagines the worst, it happens, then he says he has all the bad luck.

I believe any of us can break out of our dysfunction.

Few months ago dad went for diagnostics test at a medical center, the staff was incompetent and rude. When they screamed at dad, I screamed back at them, and really insulted, short of calling them bad names.

Afterwards I would imagine this angry scene where I am even more nasty to the staff.

Now I am working to imagine a scene where I diffuse the situation, and outcome is positive.

Ladies, please help me with visualizing positive outcomes to situations.

My mom is leaving for India, I will be with my dad, and we'll be doing shopping, chores, etc together. My dad complains about every single thing.

Beyond "Running Interference", how do I imagine a peaceful, positive outcome. That way, we can be at ease.

Please, let's help each other.

 

Ah yes ....... I've heard ...... shall certainly read this!

 

It's something that needs continuous work. I got an app 'Stop Breathe and Think' and when I check in it's mostly with sad or angry feelings.

This is disturbing wake up call.

Even now when I give Toastmaster speech I will make sure I find it humorous rather than sad, intense speeches I have given in past.