Do you really want to change your life?
Visualizing is the process of creating detailed mental pictures of behaviors that you wish to create in your life. The visualization becomes an actual rehearsal for life. It can be a very useful supplement to your other efforts to overcome shyness, or a lack of self-confidence.
Using creative visualization is not simply positive thinking. It is a learning process. This process can be used to create harmony and happiness for you and those close to you. It can be used as a “rehearsal” before a test or an audition. Visualization can be a real aid to managing stress.
Researchers have shown that visualization is authentic. A university study found that people could actually increase the amount of weight they could life by visualizing themselves doing so.
Daydreaming is a form of visualization. The difference between visualization and daydreaming is that there are gaps in daydreams, and oftentimes in daydreams we picture events that will actually never take place. In visualization we visualize something that is actually more likely to happen.
You need to practice visualization when you know you can relax without fear of interruption. Try to choose a time when no one else is home, or make a sign that says “Do Not Disturb” and tack it on the door. It’s okay to tell people what you are doing, but you need privacy and quiet to begin a session.
It is important to be relaxed when visualizing because you want to subconsciously associate a feeling of relaxation with the “situations” you are about to mentally rehearse. When you actually enter into the “situation” you visualized, you want to be able to recall that relaxed state vividly.
During the visualization you will begin to find your body progressively relaxing as you find yourself becoming an actual part of the scene. The more you practice the easier it will be to recall the feelings.
All you have to do is try to visualize the scene, and if fact, become a part of it. As you continue to practice you will be able ultimately rehearse for many of life’s stresses and their resolve.
Miracles of healing and excellence in your life are available for you if you are willing to dedicate a small, but consistent amount of time, each day, to practicing and retaining these techniques. Using creative visualization is a learned process. Each time will become easier.
Easy Steps
1. You need no special regimen other than relax with deep breathing for a few minutes before beginning your visualization. Take off your shoes and put your feet up, be still and breathe to a quiet mood.
2. Close your eyes and picture the scenario that is causing you worry or distracting you.
3. Now visualize the exact same scene again, but this time picture yourself responding as you wish to respond. Picture yourself performing effectively, self-confidently, and successfully.
4. Visualize what you would like to have happen. Visualize this scene until you have worked out all the details, the best approach, and how you will feel relaxed and confident.
As with any skill, remember with practice your visualizations will improve. Be realistic about your visualizations and picture scenes that actually can happen if you believe and go forth with a great attitude.
True Story
I worked with a seventeen year old young man who dreamed of pitching in the majors. Initially I “threw” the ball with instruction and
information to help him.
He “caught” the ball and was determined to visualize himself in the big league and pitching a “no hit” game. He practiced every day in his room for 20-30 minutes. He told me he did this for several months.
To my delight, when I spoke to his mother some months later he was signed to a major league team, and his first game he pitched a “no hitter”. He gave me the credit, but it was not mine to my credit, but to his.
This young man did it all entirely through the REPEATED practice of what he realistically felt he could do. He rehearsed until it came to fruition.
———————————
You never know what can happen unless you try!
