5 tips to help you be more optimistic
Curt Mercadante
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Is your glass half empty or half full?
Your outlook and attitude has an impact on the outcome of everything you do, whether you realize it not. If you tend to be pessimistic, completing anything can be challenging: You think negatively, and as result, you believe in yourself less.
On the other hand, having a positive and optimistic outlook will make a really noticeable difference when it comes to productivity and even happiness. When you believe you can do something, you’ll be much more likely to not only accomplish it but also do your best in it.
If you have trouble keeping a positive attitude, consider these tips:
Make time for yourself
When you’re pulled in all different directions in the workplace, it’s hard to take a break and make time for yourself. However, you should make it a priority. Take some time to do something for yourself that you enjoy, even if it is only 10 minutes a day. While these moments may be short, they improve overall happiness drastically.
Find the positive in everything
A little positive thinking can go a long way. Even in the face of what seems like an insurmountable challenge, find the positive in it. For instance, maybe you didn’t land that big deal this month. But now you have extra time and funds to pursue something bigger. There is a silver lining in everything; you just have to find it.
Get rid of the negative around you
No matter how hard you try, it’s difficult to be optimistic if there are people around you that are dragging you down. If you feel like someone’s perpetual negative attitude is rubbing off on you, you need to do something about it. Whether it’s confronting them or getting rid of them in your life completely, it’s an important step to take. Surround yourself with only people and things that help you move forward and make you better.
Learn to let go
On the same note, you also need to learn to let go – not only of people, but also of ideas and things. Not everything is going to turn out the way you want to. Learn to accept that and let go of whatever is holding you back, before it’s too late.
Remember to live and laugh
Lastly, remember not to take work too seriously. Some things are out of your control and all you can do is try your best. At the end of the day, remember to live and laugh.