POSITIVE THINKING DAY
Positive Thinking Day is on September 13 on the National Day Calendar as a day to promote the power of positivity and the impact this simple act can have on your life. Join us as we explain why maintaining a positive mind benefits you and those around you.
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Positive thinking is an emotional and mental practice that requires an optimistic outlook on life. It's about choosing to focus on the positive things that empower us despite our circumstances. A positive thinker doesn't ignore negative aspects of their life. Instead, they maintain a hopeful attitude to get them through the disruption.
Developing a positive attitude takes time and practice, especially as you begin to retrain your thoughts to reflect a better attitude. As you become more self-aware of yourself, your mindset will change. You will develop an attitude of acceptance and gratefulness that focuses on the positive or good things in your life. This self-awareness will also teach you to accept unexpected setbacks, disappointment, or difficulties.
Did You Know?
A pessimist or negative thinker is someone who has a tendency to focus on the negative or see the downside of things. These types of people always anticipate failure, have a habit of making almost every situation gloomy, and often exaggerate situations unnecessarily.
7 Tips Towards Positive Thinking
Changing the way you think is never an easy thing to do. However, we know that when you practice certain habits you will eventually develop a more positive outlook.
Start with self-awareness to recognize patterns that cause negative thinking. When you understand what triggers your negative thinking, you will learn how to start changing those habits.
Each time you have a negative thought, think of one positive thing about the situation. You may have a list of negatives when you begin this practice, but over time, you will automatically replace those negative thoughts with a more positive mindset.
Take time each day to practice gratitude. Focus on what you have rather than what you don't have. By finding a few things to be grateful for each day, you will quickly realize your have more blessings than you do problems.
Limit time spent with pessimistic people to reduce negative feelings and talk. In fact, you should be spending time with people who have a positive outlook on life. Being around people who have positive energy influences the way you think, too.
Meditate and practice mindfulness. Whether you use a deep breathing technique or sit in a quiet space, finding time to regenerate is important. During your mindful practices, practice saying positive affirmations, beginning each affirmation with "I am...". Remember to always be kind to yourself.
Instead of focusing on the problems you face, shift your focus on finding solutions. Approaching any situation with a problem-solving mindset will help you deal with any negative emotions that could occur.
Visual success and celebrate your small achievements. Each time you make progress or achieve a small task, you deserve to give yourself praise. In fact, recognizing your minor success will boost your confidence, resulting in a more positive attitude.
Minding a Positive Attitude
Mental health plays an important role in forming and maintaining a positive attitude. It's ok to seek help if you feel like you struggle with negativity. A trained professional will help you find solutions and provide techniques to start you on a journey of positivity. In fact, working with a professional to become a more positive person has been known to reduce stress, improve coping skills, and for some, improve physical health, too.
THINGS TO DO ON POSITIVE THINKING DAY
Start Positive Thinking Day off by making sure you prepare yourself for a day of positive thinking.
Make a mental list of a few things you are grateful for today. Write them on a piece of paper or say them out loud.
Think about the things you want to accomplish during the day and find a way to end them on a positive note.
Take a walk before leaving for work to get your body moving. While walking, look around at nature's simple pleasure and be grateful for having the opportunity to enjoy them
Pick out a piece of clothing to boost your confidence for the day. A simple act of self-care can change the way you feel throughout your day.
Compliment people. Sharing your positive attitude with other people will boost your mood and make the other person feel good, too!
Share your positive vibes on social media by tagging #PositiveThinkingDay.