Comments on: Don’t Worry, Be Happy

By: 25 Ways to Live 25 Hours a Day | Marc and Angel Hack Life

25 Ways to Live 25 Hours a Day | Marc and Angel Hack Life — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:59:21 +0000

[...] Don’t waste time worrying about the uncontrollable. – “The inevitable… Some things we just can’t control. So, aren’t we better off pushing worry aside? And living our lives. There will be good in our lives. And there will be some bad in our lives. Worrying about any of this is not going to change this fact. What can change these facts are actions, by us.” – via The Jungle of Life [...]

By: louise

louise — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:17:51 +0000

Great reminder!! I read a book by Dale carnagie
“Stop Worrying Start Living” Its got some great thoughts as well.
louise

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By: Blog Nirvana: Courage, Bugs, and Bite Size Nuggets : Blue Duck Copy

Blog Nirvana: Courage, Bugs, and Bite Size Nuggets : Blue Duck Copy — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 12:12:15 +0000

[...] “Today. You have a choice. You can choose to worry when life confronts you with it’s challenges. Or you can choose to live your life. Taking care of what you do have control over. Yourself. Your actions. What do you choose?” Lance http://www.jungleoflife.com/2008/11/18/dont-worry-be-happy/ [...]

By: Lance

Lance — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:22:55 +0000

Jenny, this is a great song isn’t it! It’s just so upbeat and positive. A “worried worrier” – that’s a mouthful! You’re going in the right direction Jenny…

By: Jenny

Jenny — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:25:08 +0000

I love this song! It always makes me smile and I absolutely love the video, in case you don’t know or remember, Richard Moll and Robin Williams are in it and it’s hysterical! Thank you for reminding me about this! I can’t help but worry about a lot of things, in fact I’m a pretty worried worrier but I am starting to learn to worry less.

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Mon, 24 Nov 2008 03:28:55 +0000

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By: Lance

Lance — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:56:16 +0000

Liz, yes – it is definitely easier said than done! Once we get into the worry “funk”, it’s like a vicious cyccle that is hard to break until the thing we were worried about has passed. So, how do I “snap” out of it? Honestly, sometimes I don’t (especially if I’m worried about my wife, or one of our children). But sometimes I do – and I do by “doing”. “Doing” could be doing something about that thing I’m worried about. Or, if it’s something I can’t effect – “doing” something, anything, to occupy my mind and take it off that thing that is causing the worry. And sometimes, that works (and sometimes it doesn’t)….So, this is a journey for me too, getting to that place where worry really does take a back seat. Keep at it, Liz…it’s worth finding what it is that works for you…

By: Liz Rosenbaum

Liz Rosenbaum — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 14:45:21 +0000

What an awesome post! I am the queen of worrying... and I struggle with knowing how to just "snap" out of it. It's definitely easier said than done. Liz Rosenbaum´s last blog post..Boycotting The Clean Plate Club

By: Lance

Lance — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 03:29:16 +0000

@Liara – Awareness, that is a key! Being aware that we have a choice – always – is such a huge place to get to. And, knowing that WE have a choice – that WE can decide – is an empowering place to be!

@Suddenly Slimmer – Knowing, really knowing – that you worry – that’s a great first step toward putting that worry energy into something else. You’re on your way – just believe in you…

@Viriya – I’m sorry to hear of your week Viriya. This song is an uplifting one, and that it has helped you in whatever way – is such a wonderful feeling for me. I wish you well, in finding the bright sides that DO exist…

By: Viriya

Viriya — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:50:35 +0000

At the moment, I am living in misery. I'm deeply depressed by so many things in the past week. Reading your post while listening to the song helps me a great deal. I think there is always a bright side of any story. I need to take myself out of misery soon! Thank you , Lance. Viriya´s last blog post..Choosing a Job Because of Money!

By: suddenly slimmer

suddenly slimmer — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:43:40 +0000

I might be the greatest worrier,worrying things that absolutely necessary. Keep reminding myself to stop worrying. Yes, being worry is just waste of energy. Glad to find this soothing article in a nice and bright sunday morning. suddenly slimmer´s last blog post..Deep November and Good Weekend

By: Liara Covert

Liara Covert — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:15:02 +0000

People do not always realize how they feel, let-a-lone why they choose to feel as they do. The evolution of awareness is a gradual process that enlightens and dazzels the human mind. SIngs like Bobby McFerrin's 'Don't Worry Be Happy' are friendly reminders that we each have choices. We decide what to think and why. To rediscover you are in charge of all your choices and conditions is empowering. You choose to be happy or not. Every choice has an underlying motive. Find it. Liara Covert´s last blog post..What is it about ' right place at the right time?"

By: Lance

Lance — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:41:49 +0000

@Barbara – Not redundant at all! Your comments always add to the discussion. I like the rocking chair example – that’s a good way to look at worry.

@Robin – Focusing on what’s okay — that’s a great idea (I’m going to try that)! And you’re right, sometimes we worry about something, and then often everything is fine – or even better than fine. Important point to remember.

@Karl – Meditation sound like a great way to help calm ourselves and lessen worry! And staying in the moment – that is a key – especially when it’s something we have no control over. Sounds like you have a great foundation for controlling worry Karl!

@Miles – No, he is not…

By: Miles McClagan

Miles McClagan — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 10:53:25 +0000

And if anyone is still worried about that old urban legend, he's not dead Mr McFerrin... Miles McClagan´s last blog post..Daydreamin' (Contentment and the Sliding Door)