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Part of creating change in your life begins with awareness — noticing what’s happening in your thoughts, feelings, and body, and then deciding whether that reaction is valid and useful. Sometimes our initial thoughts or responses don’t serve us very well. When that’s the case, the next step is to consider what would be more helpful instead.
Ask yourself: What state do I want to be in? What step do I want to be taking? What thought would I rather be having right now? Once you’ve identified where you’d like to be, the focus becomes how to gently move yourself in that direction.
There are many ways to shift your state, but one simple and effective approach is a self check-in. Take a moment to notice what’s happening for you physically and mentally. Then, start making small, deliberate adjustments that move you closer to how you’d like to feel.
For example, if you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed and want to move toward a sense of calm neutrality, start with your body. Notice your shoulders — are they tense or lifted? Try wriggling them and letting them drop. Notice your breathing — is it shallow? Take a few slow, deep breaths. Maybe your posture is slumped; sit up a little taller. Picture what “neutral calm” might look and feel like for you, and allow your body to settle into that position. Each of these small shifts is a step away from tension and a step towards balance.
Another helpful strategy is to write your thoughts down. You might note what you don’t like about your current state and what draws you toward the state you’d prefer. I remember once writing that I felt like a failure but wanted to feel empowered — and simply writing those words helped me create some distance from the feeling. It gave me the space to reflect and realise that I hadn’t failed at all — I was just stuck in an unhelpful frame of mind.
You might choose to do a full body scan, noticing how each part of you feels, or just a quick all-over check-in. However you approach it, the goal is the same: small changes that lead to a big difference. These simple acts help you shift gently towards the path you want to be on — the one that leads you forward.
About the Author
Theresa is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Strategic Psychotherapist based in Canberra, working with clients both in person and online through her practice, Navigating Calm. She helps people create lasting positive change by breaking free from unhelpful patterns and reconnecting with calm, clarity, and confidence.
If you’re ready to take the next step towards lasting change in your life, get in touch today to book an appointment.
