You may find yourself dealing with feelings of anxiety or irritability today. Your first reaction might be to withdraw from the world and retreat into your shell, but there are other ways to deal with your feelings. Rather than running away from your thoughts, you can choose to gain control over them. Mental discipline can take time to master, but the peace of mind you achieve will be worth the effort. A great practice to apply today would be to empty your mind of all thoughts. Focusing on silence for a few minutes can give you a much-needed break from mental chatter and help you feel calmer. If you begin to feel overwhelmed again today, bring your thoughts back to that calm, empty place inside and your stress should vanish.

When we learn to discipline our thoughts, we empower ourselves to cope with any situation. We may not be able to control the events in our lives, but we can always control our thoughts. It is human nature to latch onto negative thoughts and expect the worst, but doing so can erode our peace of mind. If we can learn to control our thoughts, we get to choose the thoughts to focus on that that will empower and make us feel strong. By choosing to regain control over your thoughts today, you can let go of worries and gain the strength to overcome any difficulties.