Few situations — no matter how greatly they appear to demand it — can be bettered by us going berserk. — Melody Beattie
Most of life isn’t what happens to us; it’s our reaction to what happens. Life is a journey, and learning to reframe behaviors and situations will help you get what you want and less of what you don’t.
Reframing teaches us how to be more resilient. By learning that there are multiple ways to deal with issues, your bank of solutions will expand and grow. Resilient people handle stress better, have strategies for controlling their emotions, and develop stronger social connections.
Problems are inevitable. Reframing is practicing acceptance. Reframing means learning to see things in new ways and shifting your perspective.
Reframing is not being Pollyanna. People who are skilled at reframing are realistic about their skills and capabilities. They know that they can’t control what happens, but they can improve their reactions through reframing. What you think about what happens to you and how you choose to respond is more significant than what happens to you.
