Beyond Reacting | We have all had the experience of reacting in a way that was less than ideal upon hearing bad news, or being unfairly criticized, or being told something we did not want to hear. This makes sense because when our emotions are triggered, they tend to take center stage, inhibiting our ability to pause before we speak. We may feel compelled to release the tension by expressing ourselves in some way, whether it's yelling back at the person yelling at us, or rushing to deliver words of comfort to a friend in trouble. However, there is much to be said for teaching ourselves to remember to pause and take a deep breath before we respond to the shocks and insults that can come our way in life.  For one thing, our initial response is not always what's best for us, or for the other people involved. Reacting to childish rage with childish rage will only escalate the negativity in a situation, further ensnaring us in an undesirable dynamic. Similarly, when we react defensively, or simply thoughtlessly, we often end up feeling regret over our words or actions. In the end, we save ourselves a lot of pain when we take a deep breath and really tune in to ourselves, and the other person, before we respond. This doesn't necessarily mean we don't say anything, although in some cases, that may be the best option. Some situations require a fairly immediate response, but even just a moment of grounding ourselves before we do so can help enormously. The next time you find yourself wanting to react, try to pause, and in that pause, take a deep breath. Feel your feet on the floor, the air on your skin, and listen for a response to arise within you, rather than just going with the first thing that pops into your head. You may find that in that moment, there is the potential to move beyond reaction and into the more subtle and creative realm of response, where something new can happen. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Donna Davidge People around the world develop deeper self-awareness and eliminate both emotional and physical energy blocks in the body by practicing Kundalini Yoga. Led by Kundalini master, Donna Davidge, this powerful 5-week course will guide you through a different set each week, moving up the spine to the crown of your head to greatly enhance your understanding of the chakra energy centers and their relationship to your overall well-being. By releasing your inner energy blockages, a healing shift in thinking and spirit will occur, creating a profound life force. By the end, you will feel transformed and will have built your resilience, eliminated any fears and limiting beliefs, and be infused with more self-confidence and self-love. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. No Sit-Up Abs Workout 2. Speak with Purpose, Not Impulse 3. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 4. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 5. A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self 6. Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days 7. Re-Parent Your Inner Child 8. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 9. Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing 10. 4 Minute Metabolism Booster
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