I know what you’re thinking – not another post about positive thinking!
I haven’t been inspired to write anything lately, and honestly have been feeling a little down and unmotivated. I noticed slight adjustments to my way of thinking and that I had adopted a more pessimistic outlook.
I read an article recently on doing something consistently for 30 days to form a habit. So, I thought why not give this a go and try to see the positives in situations until it becomes my natural outlook.
For example, there are days when I wake up and think: ‘I have bright pink hair – people are going to look at me…’ and this thought makes me anxious and uncomfortable.
And there are other days when I think: ‘I have bright pink hair! People are going to look at me!’ and this thought gives me new found confidence.
Now these two sentences may look the same, but the thinking behind them are very different and can set the tone for my whole day.
A very simple change in mindset and the way I think about things can lift the negative presence that can weigh on my shoulders.
Easier said than done I know, but it all starts with the decision to try.
I am in week two of my positive thinking experiment, and although it hasn’t become a habit yet, I can already see a difference in myself. It is becoming natural to pause and take a step back from situations to look at it from the other side before I react. I am feeling more motivated and open minded at work, and more outgoing outside of work.
They say one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day – a quote I have rolled my eyes at in the past. However, the difference I can see in my life already from looking on the brighter side is incredible.
A brilliant example – The original draft of this article was entitled ‘The grip of negative thinking’ focusing on how negative thinking has affected my life. I thought to myself; hang on, why not focus on the impact of positive thinking instead? The same concept; flipped on it’s head to see the brighter side.
I am realistic about the power of positive thinking, and I know it’s not a cure for anyone experiencing mental health concerns. However, I was surprised at just how powerful it is.
I know I am not alone in this. There are countless people that understand the potential of positive thinking, and also understand how damaging negative thinking can be.
Nevertheless, if this blog encourages even one person to give positivity a chance, then I’m glad to have shared my story.
Positive vibes only please!
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