I Should Probably Stop...

For some reason this book grabbed my attention the other day in the library and I just started reading it. Apparently you can be a happier person if you just stop complaining. I want to be happier! I must stop complaining! But then what will I have to talk about anymore? When I call Mom, I complain. Sometimes I call up a friend just to complain. I've been known to visit particular blogs so I can hear other people complain!

What is the solution to all of this complaining? The idea is simple. Put a purple bracelet on your wrist and every time you complain, (or gossip and criticize for that matter!) move the bracelet to your other wrist. This brings your habit to your attention and causes you to think about what you say. After 4 - 8 months, you should be able to go 21 days straight without complaining. This will make you happy.

Now, honestly, I know I'm a very negative person and this would be a good thing for me. I know my faults pretty well and so do you if you read my blog. I've often attempted to rectify this situation on my own. I'll play mind games with myself and say, "You're driving across town. No getting mad at other drivers, no being annoyed by the kids, and no swearing under your breath!" Sometimes I even make it all the way out of the driveway before I blow it.

So maybe I'll give this idea a shot. I may have to make an exception for the blog, because after all, this is pretty much one long list of complaints. (Well, not always.) If I do get this rolling, I'm going to have to create an anti-"Where IS that exit sign?" blog. Then you'll have two choices. The real Colleen and the Colleen we never knew existed. Shall I?