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Do you often find it hard to let go of some adverse memories, such as past job failures, hurtful comments, and regrets about past events? We believe that many of us have experienced such problems at some point in life. However, if your thoughts are constantly affecting your work and life, then maybe it is time to do something about it. Our blog today offers 5 useful tips for letting go of things that bother you. We hope you find them helpful!
Write it down
Whenever you are plagued by unwanted thoughts, try writing them down in order on a piece of paper. Then fold the piece of paper and place it at the corner of your table or under a pile of books. Now take a deep breath, and remind yourself that you have much more important things to deal with at this time, and these problems will get handled when the right time comes. In fact, just writing them down will already help you to destress and eliminate the unwanted thoughts out of your mind.
Take action
Whenever you think about a problem, do what you can to address it. For example, if you have made a mistake at work and have been scolded by your manager, make up for this mistake by putting more effort into your next project. Feeling bad for what has already happened will not help you move forward. Do whatever you can to solve the problem, then let it go. Ultimately, the best we can do is to accept the things we have no control over in life.
Talk to someone you trust
If you are having trouble dealing with things on your own, try to talk it out with someone you trust. Bystanders can usually analyze the situation more clearly and use logic to resolve it. They may be able to offer you some good advice and distract you from your worrying thoughts. After a while, you may realize that the problem bothering you is not such a big deal to others and is not worth splitting hairs over.
Think About the problem five years from now
Consider whether the problems bothering you will have any significance in 5 years from now. If it does not have such a big impact, you may just relax and let it go. In fact, approximately 90% of the things that are bothering you right now will be forgotten within a year. By not thinking about those small problems over and over again, you will be much happier. Moreover, why not reserve that energy on things that are more meaningful and will benefit you even 5 years from now?
Consult a professional
In the event that you have tried your best to let go of an adverse memory but are still unable to do so, maybe it is time to seek professional help. The idea of going to a therapist is taboo to many people. However, if we become unwell physically, we can also become unwell mentally, which is completely normal and nothing to be ashamed of. With the help of a professional consultant, you will be able to get back on track even faster.
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