31 Goals in 31 Days – Day 24 – Be Optimistic!

By Laura Aridgides, on March 29th, 2010%

I would like to think that I am an optimistic person, but unfortunately, I often view the glass as half empty instead of half full.

There is research that indicates that optimistic people are happier and live longer.  In the article “Optimistic People Live Longer” they suggest 10 strategies to increase optimism:

1) Practice Gratitude. A grateful mindset exerts a powerful influence on your outlook. Not only does it make you feel good in the moment, it also shifts your focus in a positive direction. Turn your attention toward your blessings and keep it there. As you focus more . . . → Read More: 31 Goals in 31 Days – Day 24 – Be Optimistic!

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31 Goals in 31 Days – Day 17 – The Power of Positive Thinking

By Laura Aridgides, on March 22nd, 2010%

I am a big Norman Vincent Peale fan, and one of my favorites is The Power of Positive Thinking.  Actually, I’m just a big fan of thinking positively in general.  There are a few ways that I incorporate positive thinking into my day.

First, I love positive affirmations.  These are statements that are your goals written in the present tense, as though you had already completed them.  There can be no negative words used either (like debt).  These are best read every morning and every evening.  I’ve gotten away from this routine a bit, but I noticed that when . . . → Read More: 31 Goals in 31 Days – Day 17 – The Power of Positive Thinking

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