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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Relax Did you ever notice how simple little things can piss you off when you're trying to relax and have some fun. For example, you arrive at the theatre thirty minutes early and you think that you will have plenty of time, but as you approach you see a ten mile line and you notice that out of four cashier windows, only one is opened and selling tickets, and by now you're down to five minutes before the movie begins, and when you finally get in, you have to go to the bathroom and there's a line again, plus some little boys have failed to lift the lid and have peed all over the toilet seat and the bathroom stinks. Finally inside and looking for a nice place to sit and the moron behind where you want to sit has his or her feet on the back of your seat. Finally you sit down and begin to relax, and right about then some cell phones go off in the back. JamesLee May28 2005 |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I hearya! Whenever I am in a situation that starts to raise my blood pressure, I get in touch with my breathing to calm me down. I imagine I am breathing in wellness, peace and serenity and exhaling all stress and negativity. I take long deep breaths both in and out and not only does the rhythmic cadence calm me down, I am increasing the oxygen to my brain and I am able to think more clearly. The "simple little things" get put in proper perspective. I appreciate the fact, for example, that I have the opportunity to go to the movies. That way I don't get my panties in a knot, and I stay calm, cool and collected. This technique works wonders in so many situations that can try one's patience. i.e. in a traffic jam! I am rather long-winded in my response to your frustrations, but it just reminded me of how I used to be. Patience and mindful breathing have truly improved the quality of my life. Breathe in ~ breathe out ~ and relax!  Loving hugs, Linda |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Thanks for the nice response Linda...actually this isn't what raises my blood pressure...that would be driving....James |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
I know this feeling all to well! Good rant! |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Thanks for responding windwalker... sometimes it better to stay home and watch a DVD...James |
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