find help in handling the problem; remember that your own response to a
difficult situation is the only one that you can fully control and self-help can be
just as important as assistance from others. Then your Mind Map can move on to
the planning and, finally, the acting stages of solving a problem.
Be sure to keep the words and images on your Mind Map positive and inspiring,
so that your thinking is Radiant rather than reductive. Avoid using too many
negative words, as these can be diminishing and unproductive. The images can
act as a real inspiration as well as a reminder of what you need to do – in the
example
opposite
, a memorable glowing heart symbolizes “bravery” while an
open door stands for “openness”. Keep your symbols in mind and, using the
overview provided by a Mind Map, you will begin to see your way toward a
workable solution.
As a Mind Map mimics the brain’s own way of working and stimulates it into
action, the act of making this Mind Map will engage your thinking processes:
instead of remaining frozen with anxiety or falling into flight mode, the process
of Mind Mapping will give you the energy and clarity to fight and resolve your
dilemma. By analysing your feelings in this way, you may well find that you
have now identified and can tackle emotional tendencies that have been
detracting from your enjoyment of life generally.
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