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The following exercises were taken from the book called GATEWAY TO HAPPINESS by the noted Rabbi Zelig Pliskin. The stuff REALLY WORKS! Please don't forget to vote if you feel this guide has been helpful to you.
AN EXERCISE FOR INCREASING HAPPINESS AND CONFIDENCE
Applying this exercise will enhance your life. If you have
trouble recalling positive experiences, you can gain from this exercise by picturing hypothetical experiences that can serve as a resource for the future. Spend sufficient time on each part of the exercise to have a positive emotional feeling even if a slight one. With repetition it will become easier to invoke positive emotional responses. Modify these exercises to fit your individual needs.
1) Recall an instance when you felt calm and relaxed (such as a trip or vacation). Try to relive that experience by remembering as many details as possible.
2) Remember at least three of the most positive experiences you have had during your life. Recall as many details as possible.
Actually relive the emotional feelings that you had at that time.
3) Remember at least one instance when you were successful in doing something. Picture yourself in the situation and feel some of the original pleasure.
4) Recall an act of kindness you did for someone. Feel pleasure in having performed it.
5) Recall an instance where you controlled an impulse such as overcoming a desire or an instance when you refrained from saying something.
6) Think of a positive trait you have or that someone you respect said you have.
7) Recall an instance when you felt inner strength and
confidence. Try to experience that feeling by recalling the
instance as vividly as possible. Make a cue that will help you remember the instance.
8) Think of something positive you would like to do. Imagine yourself actually doing it.
9) Think of something nice you can say to someone or do for someone. Imagine yourself actually saying or doing it.
10) Think of something you can do for self-improvement. Picture yourself actually improving.
from the book Gateway to Happiness, (c) 1983, Rabbi Zelig Pliskin
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Guide created: 06/26/08 (updated 08/02/08)
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