If I tell myself that I'm a something, does it become true? Generally speaking, it does. So if we tell ourselves we're failures or that we're ugly or even stupid, it tends to become a self-fulfilling prophecy. But what if we tell ourselves good things? … [Read more...]
When Obsessing Becomes a Problem
Are you someone who overthinks everything and rehashes situations and outcomes in their head? I do and for a longtime, I struggled to stop overthinking. Fortunately, I've been successful in controlling it and as it turns out, some form of overthinking is actually okay. … [Read more...]
Hey Pollyanna, I Love Your Rose Colored Glasses!
Are you wearing your rose-colored glasses? I hope so, since they're apparently required for being a positive thinker. Of course, I say this in jest. But, many people really think that positivity equates to being a Pollyanna. … [Read more...]
5 Simple Steps to Being an Optimistic Person
It seems easier to be an ole' curmudgeon than it does being an optimist. There's a good reason for that -- descending into negativity takes little effort, but being an optimist takes a bit of work. Which would you choose? Becoming and remaining an optimist, is easier than you think. … [Read more...]
Uplifting Quotes and Affirmations to Start Your Day
Wake up in a sour mood and it will haunt your entire day. But, if we can manage to wake up in a good mood, or at least actively move our frame of mind to the positive, odds improve dramatically that we'll have a better day. The good news is, its easy to train your mind to do just that. … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Think Positively
Today is a beautiful day! Thinking positively takes work, but over time, it becomes second nature. There are some simple ways that anyone can become a more positive thinker and all it takes, is the commitment to focus on good thoughts. … [Read more...]