Take the Challenge… Fast from Complaining for 7 Days

Have you noticed that complaining can fill our minds so easily? You might complain about the traffic or the way someone prepared your food. What would it be like to stop complaining for 7 days?

For most of us, complaints happen automatically and unconsciously. We place labels on our experiences or on others, either in our minds or out loud. This is a habit that comes from the core belief, “not enough.” You may perceive yourself or others as not enough, causing you or others to come up short to your expectations.

I am asking you to take a challenge with me. Let’s commit to not complain for 7 days. If you complain during this challenge, just recommit and get back on the horse. Let’s try it!

I think that this exercise will bring to your attention how much we complain and judge (just be careful not to judge your judging). Just raising your awareness of this behavior can support you on your journey to let go of what no longer serves you.

Tips to Help You on Your Complain Fast

I can image that this fast may become quite challenging at times. I think it’s very important to have some skills to support you on your journey.

  • Keep a gratitude journal during your fast to shift your thinking to higher vibrating thoughts
  • Focus on your breathe often through the day
  • Stay completely focused on your activity and anytime your thoughts drift away, gently bring them back to your focus
  • Daily affirmations, even when you don’t believe them (I am in gratitude for my life and my circumstances!)
  • Ask yourself, “What am I to learn from this person or situation?”
  • Listen to inspirational CDs in your car or on walks

Recent Reads

I recently started reading Eckhart Tolle’s new book called, “A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose.”

I have enjoyed this book tremendously. Tolle’s book is very inspirational and challenges the reader to look at his/her life in an expansive way, challenging old beliefs and ideas.

Oprah is currently promoting his book on her website. She is offering a free 10-week online course with herself and Tolle. The first assignment is to read the entire book. The class starts March 3, 2008 at 9 p.m. I encourage you to sign up for this amazing online course. To sign up, go to www.oprah.com.

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