I used to be the most negative person. My life was full of controversy and complications. I was so negative and was always good for a snarky comment. In fact, I was known for them.

And then… Parkinson’s. Something about this diagnosis prompted me to reverse my negative mindset. Even before the actual diagnosis I was tired of fear and doubt and self-deprecation.

So, I reprogrammed myself – faced my fears and faux pas – just packed them away. It wasn’t easy, but it was necessary for my own mental health. I’ll explain:

Your brain is a supercomputer, and it is programmed with whatever you input – if you feed it negativity and tell it “I can’t do this.” Well, then you can’t, you won’t because we believe what we tell ourselves.

It’s as simple and complicated as that. If our brain is capable of using neuroplasticity to reroute itself when there’s been damage, then it’s certain to respond when we change our internal dialogue to something more positive.

Try telling yourself “Yes I can” more often, or “This won’t last forever.” You’ll be surprised at how quickly your life will change. I did it and never regretted the effort- this simple process changed the trajectory of my life forever and I am so grateful for that.

Manifesting a better outcome doesn’t mean you’ll never feel fear or doubt- it just means that this time, none of it will be coming from you – imagine what you will accomplish when you’re not standing in your own way.

Believe in yourself – you’re strong and capable and… needed, just you, just the way you are, right now.

I’ll believe in you too.

XOXO
-Mel