If you feel anxious, figure out what’s making you tense. For example, if you’re worried about oversleeping and missing the bus for work, make a backup plan. Arrange backup transportation in the event that you do oversleep and then stop stressing about it.
Intuition is just one part of allowing chance to change your luck. You can’t completely control events, but you can follow a hunch that might have rewards. [2] X Research source To get in touch with your intuition, close your eyes, ground yourself, and take deep, slow breaths. Now, bring your awareness to your solar plexus area (around your rib cage). Ask your body yes or no questions and pay attention to how your body reacts. Start with questions or statements you know the answer to, like “My name is Sean” vs. “My name is Mary. " Your body might expand for yes answers and contract for no answers. Then ask questions about your life and pay attention to what your body does and what feelings or images come up.
Changing your routine may also make you happier, since you’re less likely to become bored with a repetitive routine. Random experiences will create new opportunities.
If you find it difficult to stay off of social media, try being active, enjoying nature, learning something new, listening to music, or exercising. [5] X Research source
The good news is that by opening your mind, you’re more aware of the chance opportunities.
On a similar note, be grateful. Some studies have shown that reflecting on things you’re grateful for can make you happier and luckier. [8] X Research source
Working toward future goals prevents you from getting stuck in a rut of a routine and exposes you to new people and situations.
For example, imagine tripping and breaking your arm. An unlucky person would focus on how bad luck made him fall, while a lucky person would instead think how lucky he was that he broke his non-dominant hand.
By changing your problem, realize that you have the power to effect change. You’re not subject to the whims of luck or superstition.
