When one discovers one is thinking any thought that does not serve a good purpose:
(1) Redirect
Redirect attention to the task at hand.
(2) Substitute
Substitute contemplation of God or God's will, or other spiritual principles (e.g. virtues to cultivate).
(3) Block
Block the narrative with a memorised prayer, which can be said out loud, or even a song.
(1) Redirect
Redirect attention to the task at hand.
(2) Substitute
Substitute contemplation of God or God's will, or other spiritual principles (e.g. virtues to cultivate).
(3) Block
Block the narrative with a memorised prayer, which can be said out loud, or even a song.