How to create a personal mantra
<p>Like many things in life, you have to work at being happy, however, that doesn’t mean that being happy is as hard as you might think. Although it might not always seem like it, we have control over how we react to the situations life throws at us. Still not convinced? Well let us let you in on a little secret… having your own personal mantra can take you one step closer to controlling your happiness.</p><p>It’s highly likely that everyone has heard of the idea of the power of positive thinking in relation to living a happy life. The great news is that living a happy life through happy thoughts isn’t as trivial as it sounds. Think back to times in your life when you’ve felt positive, ready to take on the world. Chances are at times like those, good things happened. Now compare that with moments that you’ve not felt so great, or not confident and you've told yourself so. Well, it’s almost guaranteed that with negative thoughts comes struggle and failure. We urge you to turn that pattern around today by coming up with your own personal mantra to keep you on the happy side of anything that life throws at you.</p><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/finance/insurance/2015/02/tips-for-an-overactive-mind/" target="_blank">Related link: Tips for quieting an overactive mind</a></span></strong></em></p><p><strong>What is a mantra?</strong></p><p>A sacred formula in Hinduism and Buddhism, a mantra is a thought – often repeated – that is designed to focus the mind. The use of mantras often occurs during meditation, and in more modern times, mantras have been used to help people retrain their thoughts to focus on positivity and success in order to reach their life goals.</p><p><strong>How to create your own mantra?</strong></p><p>Think of your own mantra as a personal tool to be used to find your happiness. Therefore, to come up with your personal mantra firstly you must understand what you are seeking in order for it to help you feel happy and complete. Take some time to think about things and recall what you've been telling yourself lately. If you notice your thoughts have been negative toward certain areas of your life, then now is the time to re-write your thoughts and turn them in a positive direction.</p><p>Examples:</p><ul><li>I am a resilient, positive person who welcomes challenges and creates great outcomes.</li><li>I am a focused, successful yet compassionate person who has respect for myself and others.</li><li>I am a competent person who can face any challenge with fine ability.</li><li>I trust in my ability to navigate challenges with honour and clarity.</li><li>Through life’s challenges and experiences I find my true place in the world.</li><li>I am resilient, persistent, loving and loved.</li><li>I trust my heart and follow it always.</li></ul><p>Top tip: The best mantras are personal ones that reflect you. Take some time when creating one for you.</p><p><strong>How do you use a mantra?</strong></p><p>Once you’ve come up with your mantra you are ready to start using it to better your own life. Get in the practice of saying it everyday whether that be by speaking out loud, or silently within your own thoughts. The most effective way for your mantra to become part of who you are and help you gain the results you’re looking for is by setting aside a little time each day to practice and absorb it. Good luck!</p><p><strong>Related links:</strong></p><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/finance/insurance/2015/02/the-power-of-laughter/" target="_blank">Why laughter really is the best medicine</a></span></strong></em></p><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/finance/insurance/2014/12/happy-to-be-60/" target="_blank">60 is my happy age because…</a></span></strong></em></p><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/finance/insurance/2014/08/the-happiness-workout/" target="_blank">The happiness workout</a></span></strong></em></p>
