What "AI" Has To Say About The Bad Advice We Give Ourselves
From Traci:
Since it's April Fool's Day, I asked "AI" "What are some bad pieces of advice that people already give themselves?" Here's what AI had to say...
From AI:
Oh, the human brain is a treasure trove of bad advice that we generously give ourselves, often without even asking for it! Here's a roundup of some classic self-sabotage pearls of "wisdom" that we should probably chuck into the abyss of no return:
Bad Advice #1: "I'll Start Tomorrow"
Why do today what you can put off until tomorrow, right? This gem is perfect for accumulating an impressive collection of tomorrows and a dusty pile of unachieved goals.
Bad Advice #2: "It's Too Late to Learn That Now"
Absolutely! The brain totally expires after a certain age, like old cheese. Forget about learning languages, instruments, or new skills. That ship has sailed, sunk, and been claimed by mermaids.
Bad Advice #3: "I Don't Need to Write That Down, I'll Remember It"
Because our brains are infallible steel traps, not sieves. Who needs notes when you have the memory of an elephant that... wait, what were we talking about again?
Bad Advice #4: "Just One More Episode Before Bed"
Indeed, sleep is for the weak! Binge-watching until 3 AM is the secret to waking up feeling like a zombie with coffee swapped for decaf.
Bad Advice #5: "If It's Meant to Be, It Will Happen"
Yes, let's sit back and wait for fate to deliver success to our doorstep, along with a pizza and a six-pack. The universe totally has Amazon Prime for all our desires.
Bad Advice #6: "I Can Change Them"
Of course! People are just like Play-Doh, right? With enough poking, prodding, and passive-aggressive Pinterest quotes, they'll morph into Prince Charming or the Fairy Godmother.
Bad Advice #7: "What's the Worst That Could Happen?"
This is an excellent mantra if you're keen on summoning Murphy's Law. Ponder this long enough, and you'll be convinced that taking any risk will lead to being chased by a horde of clowns during a sharknado.
Bad Advice #8: "Everyone's Watching and Judging Me"
Yep, you're the star of your own reality show. Every move you make is scrutinized by the popcorn-munching masses. Spoiler: They're not. They're too busy worrying about their imaginary audience.
Bad Advice #9: "I Must Respond to This Text/Email Right Away"
Because the digital world will implode if you reply in more than 30 seconds, keep those thumbs in shape; the fate of communication rests upon them!
Bad Advice #10: "I Shouldn't Celebrate Small Victories"
Nah, save the confetti and fanfare for curing hiccups or inventing teleportation. Did you get out of bed before noon? Meh, keep it to yourself, champ.
Remember, folks, while these bits of advice might be as common as pigeons in a city park, following them is about as useful as a chocolate teapot. So, let's try flipping the script and see where some good advice takes us—preferably somewhere with fewer clowns and sharknados. 🤡🌪️🍫
From Traci:
AI nailed it. If you're giving yourself bad advice (consciously or unconsciously), it's time to change your internal dialog!
1) Start today (NOT tomorrow) by changing your thoughts and what you say to yourself.
2) You can learn anything you set your mind to.
3) Whatever that thought was...write it down.
4) Go to bed when you're supposed to.
5) Make your life happen; don't wait for it!
6) You can't change people, only change how you react to them. Finding friends and signficant others with flaws you CAN live with is much easier.
7) Ask yourself "What's the best that could happen?"
8) Most people don't give a shit about what you're doing. If they do, it's usually because their lives suck, and they're trying to fill the void. If this is the case, double down and give them a LOT to discuss!
9) Fuck those people who want immediate answers now. You are not their personal McDonald's.
10) Celebrate every small victory, including reading this blog!
BTW - if you need more help than this on changing your internal dialog, you know who to call!
