Aug 31, 2010
Posted by Kerri Rodley in Simplify Your Life, Work Life Balance | 1 Comment
How to be a positive person
By Leo Babauta from Zen Habits
Just think happy thoughts!
I’m a pretty positive person — I consider it one of the keys to the modest success I’ve had in creating new habits and achieving things in the last few years.
Positive thinking, as trite as it seems, has changed my life.
I’m not going to sell you on it, but if you’re interested, here’s the condensed guide to changing your own life:
- Realize it’s possible, instead of telling yourself why you can’t.
- Become aware of your self-talk.
- Squash negative thoughts like a bug.
- Replace them with positive thoughts.
- Love what you have already.
- Be grateful for your life, your gifts, and other people.
- Every day.
- Focus on what you have, not on what you haven’t.
- Don’t compare yourself to others.
- But be inspired by them.
- Accept criticism with grace.
- But ignore the naysayers.
- See bad things as a blessing in disguise.
- See failure as a stepping stone to success.
- Surround yourself by those who are positive.
- Complain less, smile more.
- Image that you’re already positive.
- Then become that person in your next act.
- Focus on this habit first, and you’ll have a much easier time with any other.
‘A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.’ ~Herm Albright
Hi. My daughter & I live in a 2 bedroom depth oh housing unit & are gradually being pushed out by all of the “stuff” we have. I try to get on top of it but just never seem to get there. How do I start?
Thanks for your question. To help with the overwhelm just do a little bit at a time. Start with a drawer then stop. Next time do another drawer then stop. If you start in small chunks it will build up your momentum. If you try to tackle a whole room at once it will be too overwhelming and you will give up. Also do you have a friend or family member who can help? An extra pair of hands makes all the difference. Plus the added encouragement is a great booster. For more tips you can download my free e-book on my home page. Best of luck!