Mindful Monday: Even If

When times are tough, we are often quick to find the drawbacks in our situation. When things get hard, the negatives become more and more apparent to us. And before we know it, our internal dialogue gets stuck on all the things that aren't working, what else can go wrong, and sometimes the worst of all, the what ifs.  

All those "what ifs" are just fear taking over. The more we focus on the negatives, the more power we give it. Even when things are truly difficult, I assure you there is a bright spot to be found. 

I come asking two things of you today: 

1) In the thick of all the negatives, look for the bright spots. Find the positives. Focus on what you can control: your thoughts and your actions. 

2) Start to change your inner dialogue from "what if" to "even if". There is so much not in our control, that it is simply an energy drain to focus on the "what ifs". Regain your power. Take control of the narrative in your head. 

Because at the end of the day, even if your lesson fails, even if you didn't have the perfect activity, even if today is less than stellar- You are STILL amazing! Your students STILL love you! And we are STILL grateful for YOU! 

Here's to taking the leap of faith that even if it isn't what we hoped for or even if it's extra hard right now, that we will make it through!