Neutralize Negativity

neutralize-negativity

Try this today

• When negative events happen, focus on the upsides or benefits of the situation.
  • If there’s traffic, that gives you time to catch up on your favorite radio program.
  • An argument with your spouse might provide the opportunity to reconnect and strengthen your bond.
  • Forgot your lunch at home? Now’s your chance to try that new sandwich shop.
• Focus on solutions, rather than problems.
• View mistakes as learning opportunities.
• Make a game of counting how many times in one day you can neutralize negative thoughts or events.

Why

• Neutralize negativity. As much as 90 percent of our internal dialogue skews negative, some experts claim.
• Find the silver lining. When negative events happen, focus on the upsides or benefits.
• Modify your mindset. View mistakes as learning opportunities — and focus on solutions.

 

Life happens. You get a flat tire, make a mistake at work, get into an argument with a friend. The trick to staying healthy is to respond to stress in a neutral or even positive way. But avoiding negativity can be a real challenge — so let’s make a game of it.