POSITIVE CHANGES episode #3

CONGRATULATIONS you’ve made it through another school year and we hope you’re moving on with flying grades. 

HOW TO FIND PEACE WHEN CHAOS SURROUNDS YOU 

Outside the pool some changes you can make to reduce the chaos that creeps up are;

• Focus on your race: Shift your focus to your own race and execution, away from comparing yourself to others.
• Stay in the “NOW”: Concentrate on the present moment, both before and during the race.
• Positive Visualization:  Top worrying about what might go wrong and instead visualize yourself navigating the challenges in the race.
• Relaxation Techniques: If you feel anxious, focus on your breathing, practice slow deep breaths and visualize yourself  calmly moving through the water with unimaginable speeds.

Some things to remember as everyone around you are losing their minds and the chaos is closing in.  If you can make these changes in your mental outlook things will start looking up.

1. The past can’t be changed.
2. Opinions don’t define your reality.
3. Everyone’s journey is different.
4. Judgements are not about you.
5. Overthinking will lead to stress and sadness.
6. Happiness is found from within.
7. Your thoughts affect your mood.
8. Smiles are contagious.
9. Kindness is free.
10. It’s okay to let go and move on.
11. What goes around, comes around.
12. Things always get better with time.