Things don’t always go the way you planned. Let’s face it, you will have your share of good days and bad days. Everyone around you has good days and bad days. It’s not unique to just you. It’s a fact that you can’t control what you can’t control. When people around me have a bad day, they often take their frustrations out on me, and then I start to have a bad day. Being negative is like a cancer that spreads. Bad, negative things will happen. The key is how you handle it when it comes your way. Having a positive attitude is key.
When was the last time you said to yourself “I want to be miserable today, so I’m going to hang with someone who is already miserable?” I would imagine not very often. People don’t like to be around people who are going to bring them down. Stay positive even when negative things happen.
I know a man named Bob who has been blind for most of his life due to a disease that took away his sight at a young age. He could be miserable or angry, but he isn’t. He’s one of the most positive, inspiring people that I know. His positive attitude and faith in God are an inspiration to everyone around him.
Successful people stay positive despite setbacks. Thomas Edison once said “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Edison took a positive spin on a negative situation and he didn’t give up.
Here are some tips that I use to keep positive.
- Volunteer and serve others – It’s easy to feel sorry for yourself when you have a bad day, but remember to serve those who are less fortunate than you to keep things in perspective. Helping others is a great way to get rid of negative thoughts.
- Speak positively about those around you – Don’t repay evil with evil. If someone says something negative, say something positive back.
- Smile – It sounds trivial, but it works. Regardless of how bad things seem, it will turn around. Smile through the tough times.
- Laughter is good medicine – Watch a funny movie or if you don’t have time, watch a funny scene on YouTube.
- Talk to a friend or family member – I find that talking things over with a friend or family member helps me put things back into perspective.
- Pray – Talking to God about what is bothering you is also important. He listens all the time. Prayers do get answered.
Finally, when things start getting negative, stay positive. Be strong and courageous. Remember, when the glass is half empty, it’s really half full and you can fill it to overflowing with a positive attitude and taking positive actions in your life.
Stay positive, be patient and persevere.
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