How do you stay positive and find your happy place in life?
Finding your happy place is different for everyone at every age. Positivity is not an inherent trait – it is a practice. The more we flex our positivity muscles – the more positivity we will experience in our own lives. It’s important to take a deep look inside and find what truly makes you smile...this can be physically, spiritually, and/or emotionally. .png?width=350&name=Ceras%20Facebook%20Graphics%20(11).png)
Many of us experience stressful, difficult, or unfulfilling times in life, but part of being healthy is maintaining a balanced spirit and realizing that your attitude directly affects your mind and body. Numerous studies have shown that optimistic thinking leads to a positive attitude and that people with positive attitudes live happier, healthier, and longer lives!
Positive thinking is not magic, and it will not make all your problems and worries disappear.
It will make difficulties seem more manageable and help you approach hardships more positively and productively. Having a positive outlook enables you to cope better with stressful situations, which reduces the harmful health effects of stress on your body. When your state of mind is optimistic, you are better able to handle everyday stress more constructively. Positivity is something that we have some control over, something we can build, something we can grow.
Some tips and tricks to help you stay positive:
Start every day on a positive note! Tell yourself that it is going to be a wonderful day or any other positive affirmation. Listen to happy and positive music or song that brings you back to a wonderful place in time. Try sharing some positivity by doing something nice for someone or complimenting someone. It can make you feel amazing! -1.png?width=275&name=Blog%20Graphics%20(4)-1.png)
Focus on the good things...Challenging situations and obstacles are a part of life. When you’re faced with one, focus on the things that make you feel good no matter how small or insignificant they may seem. If you look for it, there is always that silver lining in every cloud or a glass half full— even if it’s not immediately obvious.
Practice gratitude...Practicing gratitude has been shown to reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and foster resilience even in tough times. Think of moments, or people that bring you comfort or happiness...this can make your soul happy!
Open yourself up to humor...laughter lowers stress, anxiety, and depression. It also improves coping skills, one’s mood, and self-esteem.
Talk to yourself...studies have shown that talking positively to yourself can greatly influence your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Listen to your internal dialogue. When you feel faced with a negative thought, turn it around to make it into a positive thought. .png?width=354&name=Blog%20Banners%20(1).png)
Surround yourself with positive people... Negativity and positivity be contagious. Being around positive people will lift you and help you see the bright side. Seek positive people: “Emotions are contagious,” as the saying goes. So you want people in your life who are confident, upbeat, and healthy. You’ll probably find that it rubs off on you, leaving you feeling better.
Overall be kind to yourself and allow yourself to feel your emotions...whatever they may be. Take one day at a time and look at negative thoughts as things you have seen and felt before...let them play quietly in the background and shift your focus on something positive!
Here are some creative ways to make you happier:
Meditate for an hour a week. It will give you a dose of joy, peace, and contentment. It can also create new pathways in your brain to make it easier for you to feel joy.
Put some pep in your step: Scientists say walking tall with swinging arms helps you feel more positive. Even if you're not feeling happy, a spirited stroll can help you fake it till you make it.
Slap on a smile: Want to lift your spirits? Lift the corners of your mouth. When you smile as you mean it, you can change your brain’s chemistry and feel happier.
Forgive and forget: Are you holding a grudge? Let it go. Forgiveness frees you from negative thoughts and makes more room in your life for inner peace and that can bring you happiness.
Seek positive people in your life, “Emotions are contagious.” Find those who are confident, upbeat, and healthy. You will most likely find that it rubs off on you, leaving you feeling better, and you can pass that on, too.
Enjoy and be happy!
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