6 Ways To Find Optimism In A Different World

 


Optimism is a four-syllable word that can be difficult to come by in a world dealing with a pandemic. But, believe it or not, you, too, can tap into your surroundings and unearth a treasure trove of feel-good. Here are a few suggestions that will help you:

#1: Find a source of laughter. Laughter is easy to come by these days. There is no shortage of memes, videos, vines, and other things to make you laugh on YouTube and social media. You could also watch a good movie, perform stand-up comedy, or hang out with funny people. Laughter will make you smile and make you feel good. This leads us to our next point.

#2: Ditch the frown. It may seem counterintuitive that something as simple as smiling can improve your mood, but studies have linked outward displays of happiness to an internal shift. Use a mirror to practise smiling, even if it feels cheesy, stupid and unauthentic. Hold your smile for a minute, two minutes, five minutes, or however long you can. Begin the day with a smile and make an effort to smile more throughout the day.

#3: Use positive language. Studies have demonstrated and confirmed what spiritual traditions have long held about the power of the tongue: words have the ability to literally shape your reality. Use more positive words if you want to create a more positive atmosphere. Eliminate negative self-talk as well as negative self-talk about others.

#4: Surround yourself with positive people. The people we hang out with have a huge influence on us. Avoid negative influences and people who are constantly complaining and criticizing you. The adage goes that misery loves company, and these people will quickly send you into a downward spiral. Find positive and happy friends, and their resilience and optimism will rub off on you.

#5: Maintain your health. When you're tired and sick, it's easy to become irritable and negative. Maintaining an active lifestyle of healthy choices can help you maximize your energy levels and build yourself up. When you feel good on the inside and out, it's easier to be happy.

#6: Develop your spiritual and/or actualization abilities. The majority of spiritual traditions encourage a positive outlook on life. If you're not a big fan of organized religion, look for something that can give you a positive outlet, such as exercise, music, art, or reading. Just as using positive words can change our perspective, filling our hearts and minds with good things will make it easier to be optimistic.

Optimism is a four-syllable word that can be difficult to come by in a world dealing with a pandemic. But, believe it or not, you, too, can tap into your surroundings and unearth a treasure trove of feel-good. Here are a few suggestions.

#1: Find a source of laughter. Laughter is easy to come by these days. There is no shortage of memes, videos, vines, and other things to make you laugh on YouTube and social media. You could also watch a good movie, perform stand-up comedy, or hang out with funny people. Laughter will make you smile and make you feel good. This leads us to our next point.

#2: Ditch the frown. It may seem counterintuitive that something as simple as smiling can improve your mood, but studies have linked outward displays of happiness to an internal shift. Use a mirror to practise smiling, even if it feels cheesy, stupid and unauthentic. Hold your smile for a minute, two minutes, five minutes, or however long you can. Begin the day with a smile and make an effort to smile more throughout the day.

#3: Use positive language. Studies have demonstrated and confirmed what spiritual traditions have long held about the power of the tongue: words have the ability to literally shape your reality. Use more positive words if you want to create a more positive atmosphere. Eliminate negative self-talk as well as negative self-talk about others.

#4: Surround yourself with positive people. The people we hang out with have a huge influence on us. Avoid negative influences and people who are constantly complaining and criticizing you. The adage goes that misery loves company, and these people will quickly send you into a downward spiral. Find positive and happy friends, and their resilience and optimism will rub off on you.

#5: Maintain your health. When you're tired and sick, it's easy to become irritable and negative. Maintaining an active lifestyle of healthy choices can help you maximize your energy levels and build yourself up. When you feel good on the inside and out, it's easier to be happy.

#6: Develop your spiritual and/or actualisation abilities. The majority of spiritual traditions encourage a positive outlook on life. If you're not a big fan of organized religion, look for something that can give you a positive outlet, such as exercise, music, art, or reading. Just as using positive words can change our perspective, filling our hearts and minds with good things will make it easier to be optimistic.

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