Listen Your way to peak performance
These days, it seems like everyone has an iPod or Mp3 player of some sort. How many of them are using their devices to provide a daily dose of inspiration or relaxation? Filling your tech with the latest pop songs may be fun, but it's the mental equivalent of candy floss. Have you considered adding a few tracks that might help you improve the quality of your life?
If you ride a bus or train to work, a hypnosis routine is an ideal wind down on the commute home. Allow the relaxing tone of a professional hypnotist help you shed your stresses. I can't say for sure whether these recordings provide the benefits they claim to, such as losing weight or helping smokers quit; in any case they are certainly very relaxing to listen to. I myself found one called Relax & Learn Spanish at the local library. My language skills are about the same as ever, but I put that disc on when I need to unwind and instantly feel better. Find a program that relates to your interests in some way, and try it out for a few weeks. Even if you don't see the miracle results the recordings promise, you will get the stress relief benefits of relaxation.
Listening to inspirational talks, such as those by Wayne Dyer will also give you a boost. Anything that gets your brain working or your heart involved translates out into positive actions downline. Focus your attention on your intentions so that your energy flows in the right direction. Many of these talks are available on youtube, and many applications are freely available to convert them to mp3 format. TED talks are another source of inspiration, covering topics from education and health care to astronomy. Presented world-reknown experts in their respective fields, TED talks never fail to engage your imagination. The possibilities for the future are limitless, and this is a wndow on that future.
Ensure you're on the right track every morning by making a recording of your affirmations and goals. Listen to it on your way to work so your subconscious will take on the task of manifesting your intentions. Hearing your own voice saying things like, "I am focused and follow through on all my tasks," or "I treat myself and others wth respect in all things," will have a much larger impact than seeing it posted on the fridge!
When you do listen to music, make certain the lyrics you're introducing directly to your subconscious via your headphones are positive. Even if you think you're not absorbing it, your brain registers everything and has to process it. Wasting your energy on the sorts of songs that promote drugs, violence, or degrade others (rap songs about "bitches and hoes, I mean you!) is exactly that. A waste. These ideas filter into your daily life and colour the way you view the world. It's a lot easier to resist temptation when you don't subject yourself to a constant stream of negativity. Actively seek out artists that promote positivity and who reinforce your values- why support musicians who don't support you back?
Make playlists for specific activities. The music you want for your daily work out is probably not the same songs that will help you perform at a higher level during a brainstorming session. Find the music that speaks to you, and that you find uplifting or encouraging.
Try out a new genre of music to stimulate yourself to stretch beyond your usual patterns. Take the hits of Bollywood to the gym, or try out Flamenco while cooking. Just ten or fifteen minutes of something strange (to your ear) will bring out your creativity. Surprise yourself. Anything that shakes things up will spark fresh ideas in all areas of your life. Who knows? Maybe that piece of genre-blending world music or J-pop will connect the dots on a work project you've been stumped on and get you that big promotion!
Simply adjusting the music you treat yourself to can help you to rewire your brain for energy, positivity and accomplishment. Do yourself the favour of trying it out today.
If you ride a bus or train to work, a hypnosis routine is an ideal wind down on the commute home. Allow the relaxing tone of a professional hypnotist help you shed your stresses. I can't say for sure whether these recordings provide the benefits they claim to, such as losing weight or helping smokers quit; in any case they are certainly very relaxing to listen to. I myself found one called Relax & Learn Spanish at the local library. My language skills are about the same as ever, but I put that disc on when I need to unwind and instantly feel better. Find a program that relates to your interests in some way, and try it out for a few weeks. Even if you don't see the miracle results the recordings promise, you will get the stress relief benefits of relaxation.
Listening to inspirational talks, such as those by Wayne Dyer will also give you a boost. Anything that gets your brain working or your heart involved translates out into positive actions downline. Focus your attention on your intentions so that your energy flows in the right direction. Many of these talks are available on youtube, and many applications are freely available to convert them to mp3 format. TED talks are another source of inspiration, covering topics from education and health care to astronomy. Presented world-reknown experts in their respective fields, TED talks never fail to engage your imagination. The possibilities for the future are limitless, and this is a wndow on that future.
Ensure you're on the right track every morning by making a recording of your affirmations and goals. Listen to it on your way to work so your subconscious will take on the task of manifesting your intentions. Hearing your own voice saying things like, "I am focused and follow through on all my tasks," or "I treat myself and others wth respect in all things," will have a much larger impact than seeing it posted on the fridge!
When you do listen to music, make certain the lyrics you're introducing directly to your subconscious via your headphones are positive. Even if you think you're not absorbing it, your brain registers everything and has to process it. Wasting your energy on the sorts of songs that promote drugs, violence, or degrade others (rap songs about "bitches and hoes, I mean you!) is exactly that. A waste. These ideas filter into your daily life and colour the way you view the world. It's a lot easier to resist temptation when you don't subject yourself to a constant stream of negativity. Actively seek out artists that promote positivity and who reinforce your values- why support musicians who don't support you back?
Make playlists for specific activities. The music you want for your daily work out is probably not the same songs that will help you perform at a higher level during a brainstorming session. Find the music that speaks to you, and that you find uplifting or encouraging.
Try out a new genre of music to stimulate yourself to stretch beyond your usual patterns. Take the hits of Bollywood to the gym, or try out Flamenco while cooking. Just ten or fifteen minutes of something strange (to your ear) will bring out your creativity. Surprise yourself. Anything that shakes things up will spark fresh ideas in all areas of your life. Who knows? Maybe that piece of genre-blending world music or J-pop will connect the dots on a work project you've been stumped on and get you that big promotion!
Simply adjusting the music you treat yourself to can help you to rewire your brain for energy, positivity and accomplishment. Do yourself the favour of trying it out today.