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marcia on Mar 22, 2009 at 8:35 AM
It’s so easy to get pulled into all the bad news going around. And there does seem to be quite a bit of it going around right now. I feel, however, that some good does come from most bad things, and your attitude and overall well-being will greatly improve if you can just discover that good. Experts say there are five ways to see the positive side of a negative situation.
- What can you learn from the experience? When you’ve identified the learning opportunity, then think of how you can use what you’ve learned.
- Help out those in need who are worse off than you. You can always find someone who is in a worse situation. By helping them, you’ll help yourself.
- Keep a journal of everything you’re most grateful for. By thinking about and writing down 3 things each day for which you’re grateful, you’ll have a more positive attitude.
- Find a coach or buddy who can help you see the silver lining in the clouds. Partnering with a positive person can be uplifting; pessimists can drain your energy.
- Give yourself some time to see the positive. Don’t push or shame yourself when you don’t immediately see the bright side of a situation. Allow a certain amount of “grieving” time before you start focusing on the positive over the negative.
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