Ignite: Small Decisions, Big Shifts

Negative thoughts. They creep in, uninvited, and linger longer than they should. A whisper of doubt, a pang of fear—just enough to derail focus and sap energy. Left unchecked, they spiral into chronic stress, disrupting sleep, mood, and performance.

But here’s the thing: these thoughts aren’t permanent. They’re not truths; they’re patterns. Patterns you can interrupt.

Call the thought what it is—fear, doubt, worry—and suddenly it feels less overwhelming. Focus on one clear, specific action to anchor yourself in the moment, like taking a breath or recalling a recent success. Shift your energy from “what if” to “what is”—the real, actionable step you can take right now.

Negativity loses its power when you choose your response. These moments of choice don’t just interrupt the spiral; they build strength.

Stay driven,
Steve

Go deeper on how to apply this to your life and work—read the Integrate the Concept article,
Take Control of Negative Thoughts: How Small Choices Rewire Your Mindset