Mind over matter. It is true, when we think positively our lives will change for the better. Likewise, negative thoughts will cause us to end up in a vicious cycle of negative outcomes. There are some simple ways that, if really applied, can change how you see the world and ultimately improve your life. Here are just 4 tips to allow you to do this:
Handle with humour even in the worst of situations
No matter how bad things are, if you refuse to see the darkness and instead focus on the light then nothing will be able to break you. All situations no matter how bleak have funny aspects, sometimes the darkness can actually make everything a lot more funny! Ever wonder why so many cartoons or sitcoms have such dark scenarios, this is the reason. The juxtaposition of humour in defiance of negativity can really change everything.
Set goals
Goal setting can be difficult, make them too big and they can seem impossible. Make them too small and you end up getting caught up in busy-work without achieving anything. The secret is to have a big goal, but to break down each step into smaller steps and focus solely on those little steps. Once you do this you will see progress, however slow, that will push you towards bigger things. Don’t also be too scared to reject goals that have become unachievable, sometimes in life great liberation can be found in accepting our restrictions, and thereby opening our minds to what is concretely achievable.
Do no harm
Nothing creates more negativity than when we act out of pure self-interest, selfishness, or act in a manner that harms others. If you have a strong moral footing you will always come out on top in the long-run. Those who seek to deceive or act with poor intent subconsciously know they are doing wrong, and this will hamper their motivation and ability to succeed even if it looks like they are doing ok in the short-run. Helping others also gives you a great incentive to keep going, even when things are tough, because you know that others are relying on you.
Look back on your achievements with pride
All of us have succeeded at some time in life. Maybe we don’t all have fancy degrees, and we likely have a lot of failings and mistakes, but we all have something to be proud of. Maybe it is just being a good person or doing one good deed, you have still done something to be proud of. Look back with pride and know that if you keep your values and inner strength, your positive mindset will change your future.
Stay strong, and really try to put these four tips into practice. Things will be difficult and you will fail at times, sometimes in a big way, but your positive mindset will keep your ship in the right direction.
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