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How many times have you used, or at least heard the phrase: “I’ve got better things to think about?” I know I have used it countless times. Usually the phrase is used in the context: “I am so done thinking about this (negative thought ), and I am going to begin thinking about something better.” It serves as kind a euphemism for the idea – “I am so ‘over’ this conversation or topic!” But honestly, how many people then actually proceed to think about something else? Right?
I talk with my clients about this concept all the time. And the question that I always pose to my clients is: Just what are these better things to think about for you? Interestingly enough many of my clients can’t really answer that question. They know that there certainly are better things to think about, but they have not bothered to stop and think about what those things actually are. And therein lies the problem. Most people could certainly understand the gist of the phrase better things to think about, but unfortunately many people don’t really have a list or a collection of better things to think about.
So in order to help me remember this idea, I came up with the acronym: βeta T3 ∆delta – βetter Things To Think ∆bout. Now, if you are adept at greek, you may be wondering about the delta. That symbol actually has double meaning. The symbol is shaped like a capital A, so it signifies the word About, but the symbol itself is actually the Greek letter delta. This symbol of an equilateral triangle is the universal symbol in math, science and medicine for Change. Thus the full meaning of the acronym is: Better Things To Think About – Change to those now!
BT3∆-13 - $13 Coffee Cake - April 6, 2016Putting long-term gratification in charge takes strategy and practice, but in the world of disciplined eating, it is the 'mother-lode'. If you don't do this, nothing else matters.
- BT3∆-12 - Video Game Brain Optimization - March 28, 2016
Using video games to optimize brain function? Fascinating work being conducted in CA by Dr. Adam Gazzaley. It is nice to be on the same page with the big boys who are spending the big bucks!
- BT3A-11 Pre-frontal Workout - Jan 26, 2016
Are you up for a Pre-frontal Workout? Ready to hit the mental gym? If you are trying to stay away from things like chocolate cake (so you can fit into things like swimsuits) - take a listen!
- BT3A-10 Cup of Coffee and a Listen
Got time for a cup of coffee? Then you have time to change your life. Penetrating the subconscious can be tricky, but it can be done - in about the time it takes to enjoy your 'cup of joe'.
- βT3∆ January 8, 2016 - 9 - My Golf Swing
What do a golf swing and a New Year's Resolution have in common? Quite alot, as it turns out. If you really want to 'own' your resolution - strap in, for about 10,000 practice strokes!
- BT3A-8-Language Of Lean
What can a cochlear implant teach us about learning the language of 'lean'? Alot, as it turns out. The same strategies need to be employed to create 'meaningful signals' in the brain!
- BT3A-7-Alice November 18, 2015
"The sexiest most amazing female voice ever in Britain's got Talent 2013 Alice Fredenham." Click on this link to watch Alice perform. If you are not moved - you are not human!
- BT3A-6-Tailgating IU - November 10, 2015
Then it hit me - this is where over-drinking becomes synonymous with great fun. This is where drinking to stupid becomes a favorite past time. 10 years from now, at least some of these kids will be wondering why they can’t seem to stop at 2 or 3 drinks.
- BT3A-5-Serendipity - November 4, 2015
Serendipitous – I just love to say that word! But I also love what it means: Something discovered that wasn’t even being sought.
- BT3A-4-Sleep-Part2 October 14, 2015
I have known for awhile how powerful meditation is for getting me back to sleep - but I had no idea that it could be even better than sleep itself! Ah ... the power of technology!
- BT3A-3-Sleep-Part1 October 14, 2015
Feel like you are not getting a good nights sleep? Waking up tossing and turning? Want that to be different without medications? Listen to this!
- BT3A-2 My FitBit October 8, 2015
I love my new FitBit HR. It is a great little device for measuring heart rate variability, a powerful indicator of so many things related to health and stress. Follow my journey of learning how to use this little device.
- BT3A-1 Intro - October 5, 2015
Introductory track to my new blog - Better Things To Think About - A collection of thoughts & ideas from my own personal library of better things that I think about.
9417 St. Joe Center Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
ph: 260-415-5967
mnitz