The Power of Positivity

Positive thinking isn’t just about looking at the bright side of things or looking through the world through rose-colored glasses and ignoring the challenges you face. Positive thinking simply is a way you approach the challenges on this journey called life. It’s a mindset that helps you reframe challenges, manage stress, and develop resilience. 

~THE WHY~

Boosts Mental Health

Focusing on the positive aspect of life and situations we encounter reduces feelings of stress, anxiety and depression by activating the rewards system in our brains.

Improves Physical Health

Mindset impacts your overall health; mental as well as physical health. Engaging in healthier lifestyle choices contributes to your overall health such as helping lower blood pressure, improving immune function, and reducing the risk of heart disease.

Strengthens Resilience

Being faced with challenges and approaching them with positive thinning gives you the mental strength to bounce back from anything. Setbacks can be viewed as permanent failures OR as a positive thinking you can view it as a temporary hurdle to overcome which helps you stay motivated and keep you solution focused.. 

Encourages a Growth Mindset

Adopting a growth mindset means you see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. Growth mindset aides in pushing through obstacles and keep striving for progress.

Enhances Relationships

Positivity is contagious no one wants to be around miserable or negative people. People are generally drawn to those who radiate positivity, and having a positive attitude can improve your communication, conflict resolution, and overall connections with others. 

Increases Self-Confidence

When you focus on your strengths and past successes, it boosts your self-esteem and gives you the confidence to take on new challenges, whether in work, school, or personal life.

Promotes Success and Achievement

Positive thinking allows you to stay focused on the end result, break down big tasks into manageable steps, and stay motivated even when things get tough. 

Reduces Stress and Anxiety

Instead of letting anxiety take over, positive thinking encourages you to focus on solutions, take deep breaths, and reframe negative thoughts. This can help you stay calm, clear-headed, and more in control during stressful moments.

~THE HOW~

Practice Gratitude- Start by focusing on what you’re grateful for. This can be as simple as acknowledging the positive moments in your day, which shifts your focus away from negativity.

Challenge Negative Thoughts- When negative thoughts pop up, try to change them. Instead of thinking, “I can’t do this,” try thinking, “I’ll try my best and learn from this experience.”

Surround Yourself with Positivity- Engage with people, environments, and media that inspire and uplift you. Remember positive energy is contagious.

Practice Affirmations -Speak life into yourself and your situation! Say affirmations out loud and write them down and shift your mindset and increase your self-belief

Take Care of Your Body- Exercise, eat well, and get enough rest to create a foundation for a positive mindset.

Visualize Your Success -Imagine yourself succeeding and visualize your goals coming to fruition. Visualization can help boost motivation and reinforce your belief in achieving your goals.

Life isn’t perfect by no means but choose to focus on the possibilities, strengths, and solutions rather than getting stuck in negativity. 

~Dr. Shaniqua Schloss, LMSW~