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Writer's pictureLisa Hooks

6 Steps to Positive Thinking


You may notice that some people always seem to be happy while others are not. If you feel that you aren’t happy as often, it’s likely that the difference between you and them is that they maintain a positive mindset.

Having a positive mindset can increase your quality of life. Your overall health can improve and you will feel as though you have energy and motivation or each day.

It is possible to attain a positive mindset and below I have set out 6 steps that can help you get started.

1. If you begin to live your life with passion your mindset will automatically change. Don’t just go through the motions each day enjoy your activities. Push through the mundane and get excited about the things you do on a daily basis.

2. It is so important to always be grateful for what you have each day. Have you sat and thought about all that you have in your life? Of course life throws you challenges regularly, by being grateful for what you have, you can deal with any challenge with hope.

3. Incorporating affirmations, quotes, and positive messages in your life can be extremely helpful. Activities such as, meditation, mindfulness, and gratefulness journaling can increase a positive outlook. Try falling asleep at night to inspiring music, scripture recordings, or read a positive affirmation or devotion before going to bed.

4. Get into the habit of being proactive. By doing things that need to be done you are becoming more responsible for your actions. Having feelings of control in your life is empowering.

5. Take responsibility for your life. If you are the type of person who blames others then stop this immediately. A victim mentality will hinder positive expression and outlook, even good judgment. Make an effort to shift your focus on the good of your life and the great possibilities.

6. It is important to surround yourself with positive people. This includes friends, co-workers and family. Negative people get together and commiserate. This won’t help you at all. Spend as little time as possible with negative people. Be to spend time with those people who care about you and love you. It will make a huge difference!

While achieving a positive mind is possible sometimes it takes hard work and sacrifice to achieve it. By following the above tips you will be on the right path to improving your outlook and getting that positive mindset you always wanted.

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