Focus on the positive to produce professional & personal success.
The word ‘positive’ … Saying this word aloud or even thinking about it makes us feel good. Isn’t it? That’s what is called the magical force of positivity. Many of us think that ‘positive thinking’ is just a clichéd philosophical idea, but in real-life situations, positive thinking doesn’t work. However, it is quite the opposite – Positive thinking does work – in your personal life, at your professional front, or rather in all areas of your life. But, in the first place, we must understand how this works and what mechanisms it follow.
The process of focusing on the positive things in your life begins at the level of your perception. In the rawest form, it simply means – “How do you look at the situation?” For instance, if your boss shows disappointment in your work, a negative thinker would see this event as a failure at work or may have negative feelings towards the boss. On the other hand, a positive thinker would see the same event as an opportunity for growth and would take the criticism as an honest feedback. This simple example makes it so clear that your perception has such a heavy impact on how you think and how you act.
Sounds simple… Change your perception!!! Right?? No! It is really easier said than done. It is hard to put into practice, but it is also NOT impossible. Once you learn the techniques to ‘look, find, and seek’ positivity in life, it becomes easier to practice, even in the situations when you are surrounded by negativity.
Developing an optimistic approach in life has manifold benefits – not only to your overall health and growth, but it also promises success and happiness in life. There have been ample research studies which provides enough evidence that happier and positive people are the ones who are really successful. They know how to manage their stress, how to build healthy relationships and maintain good connections, how to gain higher self-esteem, and how to build a greater community and enhance the development of society at large. This knowledge and awareness is what makes them ‘successful’. All these rewards are any lay man person’s dream today. The secret is – ‘IT IS ATTAINABLE!’ – By having a positive outlook and focusing on the ‘positive’ experiences of life. This no way means that you will be absolutely free of negativity or lows in your life!! It only means that you will be trained or skilled enough to ‘deal’ with the negatives!
Now the real question is – “How to focus on the positive?” The answer is not that simple though because there is no ONE single shortcut to it. The process is simple, it only takes time and practice while you are creating a life that is full of positivity. To offer some great effective ways, you can begin by simple lifestyle changes like healthy eating practices and exercises. Following a healthy plan always takes you a long way. Moreover, you could make sure that you are surrounded by positive people – those who make you happy, those who are supportive and kind, and those who push you out of your comfort zones, and try to bring out the best in you. Apart from this, positive approach comes from a place of positive mindset. So, having an honest yet positive conversation with yourself every day helps you identify your strengths and weaknesses, both. This eventually is very effective in the long run as ‘you become your own critic’ and now the doors of improvement and enhancement are wide-open for you to explore.
In the end, focusing on the positive is not an overnight plan, it’s a journey! Positivity is a choice – Stay positive!!
