You know how you can make yourself feel pretty bad by worrying about all the negative “what if” scenarios?
“What if I fail?”
“What if it’s pouring the whole time?”
“What if he doesn’t like me?”
Basically, with these usual “what if’s,” we are scaring ourselves. We think of the worst-case scenarios and we stress ourselves out.
And I notice when I do it too…
You see, humans are wired for survival. It’s based on our early lives as cave-dwellers and hunter-gatherers.
But you can change the pattern. Here’s how:
First, start to notice your “what if” habit.
Next, instead of thinking about the worst possible outcomes, consider all the best possible outcomes.
Or even better, what would be an amazing outcome?Isn’t that just as likely to happen as the worst?
Or more so?
Then play the What If Up game, from Abraham Hicks, with some positive “what if” questions. For example:
“What if I do so well in the interview that I get a promotion?”
And notice the reaction in your body. Take a moment with this as it’s how you grow new neurons and re-wire yourself for the positive.
Where were the sensations – heart, belly, hands?
How would you describe them – tingly, spreading, warm?
But you have to practice – regularly.
Anxiety can have deeper roots than in how you think. It can be rooted in your body as well, from past traumas.
However, the What If Up game is certainly one simple thing you can start implementing right away to help you start feeling lighter and more energized.
