Positive Thinking for Positive Living
Introduction
Positive thinking is a mental attitude that admits into the mind thoughts, words and images that are conductive to growth, expansion and success. It is a mental attitude that expects good and favorable results. A positive mind anticipates happiness, joy, health and a successful outcome of every situation and action.
Think positive
We often hear people saying: "Think positive!” to someone who feels down and worried. Most people do not take these words seriously, as they do not know what it really means, or do not consider it as useful and effective. How many people do you know that ever stop to think what the power of positive thinking means? Positive changes don’t happen by forcing but with being positive in the way you think, do work, talk and act. Once you understand benefits of positive thinking, you can surely encourage yourself to practice thinking in positive way.
Positive and Negative Thinking
Positive and negative thinking are both contagious. All of us affect, in one way or another, the people we meet. This happens instinctively and on a subconscious level, through thoughts and feelings transference and through body language.
Is it any wonder that we want to be around positive persons and shun negative ones? People are more disposed to help us if we are positive. They dislike and avoid anyone broadcasting negativity. Remain aware that negative people, can prevent you from remaining positive, so surrounding yourself with confident, positive people. This way you can inspire, motivate yourself and feel energized.
- Negative thoughts, words and attitude bring up negative and unhappy moods and actions. When the mind is thinking negative, it can bring more unhappiness, irritation and negativity. This is sign that you are moving towards failure, frustration and disappointment.
- Positive thinking is an effective technique for changing both your internal and external situations and life. A positive thinker expects prosperity, well-being, and happiness and has faith in its ability to get past any challenge.
Focus on thoughts that are positive and disregard the negative. Whenever you find your mind is being filled with negative thoughts. First acknowledge it and say goodbye by replacing negative thinking with positive. Example: Replace ‘It looks impossible’ or ‘I am worthless’ to ‘It is possible’ or ‘I am worthy’.
Every scenario has positive features, no matter how minor. By focusing on positive side, you can assist in changing the mental focus from negative to positive.
“Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” - Willie Nelson
Conclusion
Positive energy attracts people and brings happiness in life. For positive changes to happen, it takes time, but with persistence and practice to remain positive with your work and act, you will surely find brightness of positive thoughts.
You can explore resources online provided by experts in the field. 2 of them are listed below:
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/positive-thinking/art-20043950
- https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/positive-thinking-overview
You have the option of viewing the impediments in your way as barriers or as hurdles to be overcome. Positive thinking is powerful tool that can bring many positive and beneficial changes in life.
(Updated on 31 Aug, 2024)
