In Marvin's Room
Notion & Song - Marvin's Room I have been experimenting with rewiring my brain, at least with respect to the words I use. Trying to learn how to use positive reinforcements as opposed to negative discouragement. So it's not "I am running too slow" but "I am making a great effort" that I think, or rather hear Coach Bennett of Nike Running say, when on a guided run. I tell myself, "You have finally managed to sing those notes well after all these years" instead of "I should have practised and learned more". And finally, it is not "When will you stop being lazy" but "You are learning and you do really well once you get on with it". I haven't given up entirely on tough love. Just that I have realised that moderation is the key to everything in life. Be it love, hate, gluttony, healthiness, rest, perseverance, seriousness, merriness, planning, impulsiveness - anything. As long as I can avoid excess of anything, I s...