I found myself being very cynical and negative and decided to do something about my attitude. I don't know why but I decided to try mindful meditation. I do at least 15 minutes every morning before I go to work. Also, I have always had an anger problem so while I was getting my meditation CD's I got one about controlling anger that is an 8 minute "lesson" that I listen to every day. I didn't know if my efforts were making any differernce but I kept at it.

Yesterday I had several things happen right after each other that not only made me angry but caused a great deal of stress. My usual response to such a situation was to yell and be mean to the people involved. Instead, I used the anger management suggestions to control my temper and ended up laughing with the person that I was mad at. Also, I used some of the meditation techniques to ease the stress and was able to settle down in a matter of minutes. It was wonderful. Not only do I like myself better, I don't have people avoiding me.

One other thing I did...I have some kind of neuromuscular illness that has never been diagnosed. My legs were getting very stiff and it was harder for me to walk. I asked my Dr. for a PT referral hoping to keep myself as active as possible for as long as possible. The therapist gave me stretching and strengthening exercises. They worked immediately. I am so much more flexible and not sore anymore. I have my life back.

I am so excited because not only is my life better but I did it all myself.