Positive thinking means that you approach every situation in life in a more positive and productive way. Scientific studies confirmed that personality traits like optimism and pessimism can affect many areas of your health and well-being. The positive thinking that typically comes with optimism is a key part of effective stress management. The three most effective methods for positive thinking are:
- Use positive words in your inner dialogues, or when talking with others.
- Use your imagination to visualize only favorable and beneficial situations.
- Let go the self-inflicted criticism, recognize your worth, and love yourself.
Fredrickson a positive psychology researcher at the University of North Carolina provides many insights about positive thinking and it’s impact on your life.
Benefits of Positive Thinking:
Researcher is beginning to reveal the benefits of positive thinking. Some of the common benefits are:
- Boost motivation
- Reduces stress and increase life span
- Reduces depression and other negative mental attitude
- Lower levels of distress
- Greater resistance to the common cold and cough
- Better psychological and physical well-being
- Reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease
- Better coping skills during hardships and times of stress