We often recall our most unpleasant memories at the exact moments when we’re already under stress. But perhaps there is another way to deal with those difficult times. What if we intentionally bring to mind moments of joy instead?
The mild, autumn-like weather seems to end today.
It looks like true winter is finally on its way.
From tomorrow, I suppose I’ll have to pull out my winter coat.
Memories come back to us suddenly.
Especially when we’re under stress—like during work—and most of them are of the unpleasant kind.
Moments when I acted unkindly toward someone.
Times when I slacked off instead of doing my best.
Regrets about what I should have done differently.
There’s nothing I can do about them now, and yet I recall them and feel weighed down.
While dealing with those feelings, I still have to handle what’s unfolding in front of me in “real life,” which only makes things harder.
Because these unpleasant memories tend to return at unpleasant times, it becomes even more frustrating.
If work is the situation where this happens most often, then it makes sense.
If so, I wonder whether remembering happier times—especially while working or going through something difficult—might make me like my work a little more.
I think I’ll try that next time.
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