Everything in the Universe is energy, so raising your vibrational frequency is one of the key factors in manifesting positive outcomes. Even with the best of intentions it can sometimes be hard to stay positive when you\u2019re exposed to the\u00a0chaos and negativity in the world. Be on the lookout for those things that get you down and do something uplifting to counteract that yucky feeling.<\/p>\n
Here are 10 ways to protect yourself from negativity, raise your vibrational frequency and power up your manifestation.<\/p>\n
The Power of Neutrality\u2122 is a universal principle and one of the most powerful tools for raising consciousness and maintaining a positive outlook.<\/p>\n
The definition of neutrality is:<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery situation is neutral. It has no meaning until we assign our interpretation which can be positive, neutral or negative.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Instead of allowing circumstances, relationships or events to throw you into a funk, step back and assess the situation from a neutral position of acceptance. Then choose either a neutral (it\u2019s trivial, unimportant or I can\u2019t change it) or a positive (even if I can\u2019t see anything positive in it right now, I know it will turn out perfectly) interpretation and response (focused on the outcome you want).<\/p>\n
Even everyday things like sitting in a traffic jam can affect your vibrational frequency. In this situation you can choose a neutral response (I can\u2019t do anything about it, I\u2019ll just wait patiently and not get upset) or a positive response (I get more time to listen to the radio or an audio book, do some quiet contemplation, focus on the traffic jam clearing etc.) rather than getting frustrated and angry at the delay.<\/p>\n
Remember, manifestation happens all the time and if you get stuck in the mire of the problem, you are manifesting more of the same. So focus on the solution you want and you\u2019ll manifest that outcome. This is as important for world events as it is for personal situations. The chaos that we see around us is a sign of major change for the better. So many people have awakened as a result of the chaos in the world, so by focusing on positive outcomes, you\u2019re adding to the collective consciousness and creating positive change.<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0\u00a0 The Right People<\/h2>\n
Who do you hang out with?<\/p>\n
If the people around you are wallowing in negativity, they\u2019ll drag\u00a0you down too. Get away from these \u201cenergy vampires\u201d, whether they\u2019re friends, family, social media connections, work colleagues or clients. If they thrive on drama, gossip or complaining, they\u2019re not the right people to be around.<\/p>\n
Choose to be with positive people with high ideals, shared philosophy and conscious ambitions. Choose to be with yaysayers, not naysayers. Choose to be with people who support you and your purpose, vision and goals. Their positive focus on your intentions will add high-octane fuel to accelerate your manifestation.<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0 Avoid Mainstream Media<\/h2>\n
The goal of the mainstream media is to indoctrinate and generate fear and\u00a0distract us from the pursuit of happiness. The news distorts the truth and fails to report the reality of the world we live in in order to perpetuate the illusion. In the US particularly, the mainstream media\u2019s programs and ads are filled with subliminal messages too. There\u2019s plenty of evidence to prove this if you look for it\u2026 but use neutrality and don\u2019t get bogged down in the problem!!<\/p>\n
So, switch off the TV or be very selective about what you watch. Seek out uplifting movies or channels such as\u00a0Gaiam TV<\/a>\u00a0on the internet. Tune in to your response to whatever you\u2019re watching and if you get that sinking feeling, it means your vibrational frequency is dropping, so switch over to something that makes you feel good or, even better, GREAT!<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0 Listen to Music<\/h2>\n
Music is one of the most effective ways of raising your vibrational frequency and making you feel positive \u2013 as long as it\u2019s not the blues!!<\/p>\n
If you need a boost, listen to your favorite artist or genre and sing or dance along to the music. Whether it has a great beat or a great message, as long as it has the feel-good factor you\u2019ll quickly feel on a high.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re doing a job you don\u2019t particularly enjoy, or your mind keeps dragging you into negative thoughts, grab your MP3 player, pop in the earbuds and get grooving. It really works!<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0 Train Your Brain<\/h2>\n
When a negative thought pops into your head, switch your mind immediately to something positive. If you feel sad, think of something that makes you happy: puppies, kittens, babies, your loved ones or whatever is your particular \u201chappy thing\u201d.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re worried or afraid, switch your mind to a memory of overcoming a big challenge or a major achievement.<\/p>\n
If you find yourself dwelling on your problems, think instead of all the possible solutions or the outcome that you want.<\/p>\n
The more you practice switching off the negative thoughts, the more you train your brain to think only positive thoughts and focus on positive outcomes. You then become a magnet for more positive things to come to you and you have less and less cause to feel negative.<\/p>\n
6.\u00a0\u00a0 Get Out in Nature<\/h2>\n
Connecting with nature is very therapeutic and a great way of recalibrating your energy and the focus of your thoughts and feelings. Even if you live in a city, there are parks you can go to and feel the grass beneath your feet and reconnect with Mother Earth.<\/p>\n
There are many physical health benefits from grounding by getting into direct contact with the Earth, even for just a few minutes \u2013 you can read an article about this at\u00a0Natural News<\/a>.<\/p>\n
As well as the physical benefits there are also huge emotional benefits from being in nature. Taking in the beauty of nature is very uplifting. Look at the scenery, listen to the sound of water running over rocks, the calls of birds, the buzz of insects, the rustle of leaves and so on. The sound of silence is also very calming. We recently visited Mount Rainier National Park, and standing amongst the trees and feeling the atmosphere of peace and serenity was profoundly uplifting.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve been attacked by one of the \u201cenergy vampires\u201d I mentioned earlier, hug a tree. The calm slow energy of trees counteracts the grating energy from a close encounter with a negative person. Ask permission of the tree before you move into its energy field as everything in the Universe has consciousness; even the Earth itself.<\/p>\n
Ask Mother Earth\/Gaia to help you release negative energy and visualize it draining from your body into the ground to be neutralized.<\/p>\n
7. Exercise<\/h2>\n
Whether it\u2019s going for a walk or a run (and if you can do that in nature, even better), yoga, pilates, dancing, riding (a bike or a horse), a trip to the gym, a game of tennis (or whatever sport you enjoy), exercise is a great mood lifter.<\/p>\n
There are still a lot of unanswered questions about how and why exercise affects mood, but in\u00a0this article by the American Psychological Association<\/a>, Michael Otto, PhD, a professor of psychology at Boston University is quoted as saying \u201cThe link between exercise and mood is pretty strong. Usually within five minutes after moderate exercise you get a mood-enhancement effect.\u201d<\/p>\n
So jump up and get your mojo working!<\/p>\n
8. Meditate<\/h2>\n
According to\u00a0Dr Emma Seppala<\/a>, meditation<\/p>\n
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- Increases positive emotions<\/li>\n
- Increases life satisfaction<\/li>\n
- Increases memory<\/li>\n
- Improves concentration<\/li>\n
- Increases social connection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u2026 as well as a whole host of other benefits.<\/p>\n
Emma has a great infographic that shows you the science behind the benefits of meditation. You can find it\u00a0here<\/a>, and also take a look at her original article on\u00a0the science of meditation<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Like anything worth doing, it takes regular practice to get yourself into a meditative state quickly and easily, but just a few minutes of quiet time each day can keep you positive, get you in touch with your higher self and guides, and deliver inspired ideas to get you moving towards your manifestation goals.<\/p>\n
I\u2019d say that\u2019s worth it, don\u2019t you agree?<\/p>\n