Today’s the last day of my holiday, and instead of my usual walk, I’m on the couch with a sprained ankle. Surprisingly, I was just walking on flat ground.
It all started in the kitchen while I was baking an orange pie. Then, in the middle of my recipe, someone knocked on the door. It was Anna, my neighbor, stopping by to say hello. After our chat, I watched her carefully go down the stairs, moving slowly to avoid another fall. Years ago, Anna tripped and broke her ankle, and ever since, she has dealt with lingering pain. Watching her, I felt a pang of sympathy.
After she left, I quickly hurried back to the kitchen to finish my pie. I wanted to get outside for my morning walk. Soon enough, I was outside, enjoying the fresh air and breathtaking view of the Stromboli volcano. Yet, suddenly, I tripped. I rolled downhill, hitting the ground hard and feeling pain shoot through my ankle.
Reflecting on My Fall: Was It Really Just a Coincidence?
As I lay there, I wondered what had actually caused me to fall. The ground was smooth and dry, and I was wearing good shoes. Then, I remembered my thoughts earlier while watching Anna navigate the stairs. I had felt sorry for her pain but hadn’t balanced it with a positive thought. That’s exactly what I teach in my Wonderations Method.
The Wonderations Method: Shifting from Negative to Positive Thinking
In my Wonderations Method, I emphasize the importance of positive thinking and adding a good-feeling thought to any negative one. Without this balance, dwelling on negativity can have unexpected effects. So, next time you focus on something painful, try balancing it with a positive thought. It might just save you from an unexpected fall!
For now, I’m taking my own advice, lying here with my foot up, keeping my thoughts light and positive.
