There are many reasons to maintain a positive attitude. One, negativity is bad for you. Studies show that optimists are physically and mentally better off than pessimists. In fact, optimists live longer. Positivity also affects performance. In a study of salespeople, the optimists sold significantly more policies than the pessimists.
Ways to stay positive? First, stop the negative self-talk. Second, identify something positive in your life. This is toughest when things aren’t going well but you can always find some small good in something. Third, adopt an attitude of gratitude, which decreases stress hormones by 23%.
These suggestions may sound basic but they are powerful because they train your brain to focus on the positive. If you practice them, you will break old negative habits. Cultivate a positive way of thinking and enjoy the physical and emotional benefits in your life.
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Why You Need A More Positive Attitude
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