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Izzie2494
27-03-13, 20:08
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they'd be asked the "half empty or half full" question. Instead, with a smile on her face, she inquired: "How heavy is this glass of water?"
Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.
She replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it's not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I'll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn't change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes." She continued, "The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything."
It’s important to remember to let go of your stresses. As early in the evening as you can, put all your burdens down. Don't carry them through the evening and into the night. Remember to put the glass down! -author unknown

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Bekzie
27-03-13, 20:24
I really like that story, very inspirational and very true. I have never thought about it in that way. Thanks for sharing :hugs:

Izzie2494
27-03-13, 20:39
I found it quite interesting! No problem, hope you are well :)

PanchoGoz
27-03-13, 20:52
Love it!

mrsnobody
27-03-13, 21:54
i like that

clio51
27-03-13, 22:15
So very true. Very well put.

reddevil
28-03-13, 10:34
That is a good story.

theharvestmouse
28-03-13, 13:07
Wow that's a great analogy!

glen hunt
28-03-13, 14:25
:)

Cat lady
29-03-13, 13:00
Thank you for that, :) very helpful :)

Thumbelina
29-03-13, 14:49
Brilliant!

Izzie2494
30-03-13, 10:42
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