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It Possible to be Positive in Any Situation?
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power of remaining positive, whatever the situation, can
never be underestimated. We are all here for a limited
period of time, is it worth it to spend any of that time
in a dismal mood? Being negative?
The true test of an individual to remain positive is
when challenges become difficult. Remaining positive
keeps one’s mind in the right state of balance and often
opens resolutions to the problems at hand. Negativity is
contagious; not only does it affect the individual, but
it spreads to anyone they interact with. When only the
negative perspective is in focus, the resolution process
is impeded.
Eliminating negativity, or rather, being positive is a
mindset that can be found at any moment, and turned into
a habit. Here are some tips that can help you in
shifting your mindset:
Shift Your Thoughts – Be
conscious of your thoughts. Especially, when life just
isn’t going your way. The moment you see that you are
diving into frustration, agony, sorrow and low
self-esteem – shift your thoughts, by thinking about
something completely unrelated. This breaks the pattern
of self-pity, mind-created stories, and negative
downward spiral. What makes us different from other
mammals is our ability to control our thoughts and think
for ourselves.
Find the Lesson – There
is a lesson to be learned from every situation. No
matter how unfortunate the situation may appear,
recognize the beautiful lessons waiting to be
discovered. Sometimes lessons are expensive, but every
problem is a learning opportunity in disguise. You may
have made a mistake, but now you can accept it and
continue, knowing that you will make a different
decision in the future. Understand this and be
appreciative for the experience.
Attitude of Gratitude –
You cannot be both angry and grateful at the same time.
Start counting the blessings and miracles in your life,
start looking for them and you shall find more. What’s
there not to be grateful? You are alive and breathing!
Realize how lucky you are and all the abundance in your
life.
Positive
Affirmations & Visualization – Practice seeing
yourself in a positive and confident light. Do this
whenever you have a few minutes (examples; Waiting for a
friend, sitting on the bus, riding an elevator.)
Self-affirmations (list of positive statements about
yourself and your self image) are another simple and
powerful tool to train your subconscious to see yourself
in a positive light. This is important, as many of us
can be so hard on ourselves though social conditioning.
I am guilty of being extra tough on myself, but have
learned over time to recognize my gifts rather than
finding false and self-imposed inadequacies.
Inventory of Memories –
Keep an inventory of memories that can immediately make
you smile. Occasions where you felt happy, appreciative
and cheerful. When you were at peace with the world.
Whenever you are in a negative frame of mind,
consciously and deliberately pick up any leaf out of
this inventory and dwell on it. Reminiscing those happy
moments gives a balanced perspective to your situation.
You realize that what appears negative today will change
tomorrow. Nothing stays the same.
Criticizing Detox Diet –
Change your approach and attitude. See if you can stop
criticizing others and situations. Our cultural
conditioning teaches us to find flaws and problems at
all times. Shift from fault-finding to
appreciation-finding.
Whether you are positive or negative, the situation does
not change. So, we mind as well be positive....
So... As with any habit, the habit
of remaining positive in all situations takes practice
and a commitment to yourself to take control. But start
small, start paying attention to your emotions, start by
wanting to change. I am working on this constantly, and
I am here with you, working towards better understanding
of my emotions and becoming a better person. Keep going
at it, and you will gradually become a positive energy
source for the others around you!
Oye, ta' bueno eso, chico!!!
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“Live in such a way that no one blames the rest of us
nor finds fault with our work.” --(2 Corinthians 6:3)
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