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Saturday, July 18, 2009

Most powerful tools to develop positive attitute

A positive attitude, or outlook on life, can lead to positive behavior and create success. An upbeat, positive person draws other people like a magnet. After all, who would you rather be around--someone who is strong and motivated, with the confidence to keep moving forward; or, someone who stays stuck in one place, thinking of reasons why things don't seem to happen? No contest!

Consider this list of positive habits. Click on each one. Then record one instance in which you applied or would like to apply this habit at home.

· Think of yourself as successful.
· Have positive expectations for everything you do.
· Remind yourself of past successes.
· Don't dwell on failures, just avoid repeating them.
· Surround yourself with positive people and ideas.
· Keep trying until you achieve the results you want.

Now think of an instance in which a negative expectation produced negative results. Record that experience below.
Visualization techniques can promote a positive attitude.
All you have to do is:
Close your eyes, breathe deeply, clear your mind.
Mentally picture yourself succeeding at a task by yourself, or with family or friends.
Add details to that image.
Add words, actions, and sensations. Practice what you want to do or say.
Keep your visualization handy in your mind. You may wish to record its details.
Affirmation is another technique that develops a positive attitude. Record an affirmation, or short positive saying about yourself and a goal you will achieve in the future.

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