The power of positive thinking - My top 10 takeaways

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Sivanesh Shanmugam

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The power of positive thinking - My top 10 takeaways

Are you tired of feeling stuck in a negative mindset? Do you want to learn how to cultivate a more positive outlook on life? If so, you're in the right place! (Subscribe for more! 😃) In this blog, I'll be mentioning the top takeaways from the power of positive thinking and how it can transform your life in countless ways.

My top 10 takeaways

1. Rough is only on the mind

During any activity, there may be times when you feel that "it is rough." However, the author suggests that it is our mind that creates an imaginary threshold, which in turn makes things feel rough for us. By thinking positively, we can push ourselves, remove or increase the threshold, and make the activity feel more comfortable in our thoughts. This can make it easier to accomplish things.

This point is further emphasized by the next takeaway.

2. "Throw your heart over the bar and your body will follow."

Consider any difficult task as a bar. If you approach it with fear and doubt, it becomes even more challenging. Instead, the author suggests that you throw your heart over the bar, like in high jump, and your body will follow. This means committing to the task with confidence and determination, rather than allowing fear to hold you back.

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Positive thinking can create positive outcomes

3. Surround yourself with positivity

Surround yourself with positive people, environments, and media to reinforce your positive mindset.

The following content is not about positivity, but rather about the direct and indirect impact that one's surroundings can have on them, based on factors such as the people they are with and the location they are in.

A tweet image Received from a friend. So couldn't able to attribute it. 

4. The power of positive language

The words we use have a significant impact on our thoughts, feelings, and actions. If we use positive language, we can reinforce positive beliefs and create a positive mindset.

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For example, instead of saying "I can't do this," you should say "I can do this."

He also advised against using negative language, such as "I hate my job" or "I'm never going to succeed." Instead, he suggested focusing on the positive aspects of your job and visualizing yourself succeeding.

Positive language can help us to build positive relationships with others. By using positive affirmations and avoiding negative language, we can reinforce positive beliefs, build confidence, and achieve our goals.

5. Facing the fear

Fear is one of the biggest obstacles to success. This is one of the things that I need to work on as well 🙃. So to overcome the fear he suggests that,

  1. One should face their fears head-on and not let them hold them back.
  2. By breaking down your fears into smaller, more manageable steps. By focusing on small steps, you can gradually build momentum and reduce the overwhelming feeling of fear.
  3. Take action towards your goal, even if you feel afraid or unsure. By taking action, you can build confidence and momentum towards your goals, and that fear will gradually diminish as you become more confident and successful.

Fear is a natural part of life. By confronting your fears, breaking them down into smaller steps, practicing positive affirmations and visualization, and taking action towards your goals, you can overcome fear and achieve success in all areas of your life.

6. Visualize success

Visualization is a powerful tool for achieving success, and by visualizing yourself achieving your goals, you can build confidence, motivation, and a positive mindset.

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To visualize success, Create a clear mental picture of your desired outcome. This mental picture should be detailed and vivid, and should include all the sensory details of the experience.

Visualization to overcome obstacles and challenges, By visualizing yourself successfully overcoming challenges, you can build confidence and reduce anxiety.

Finally, the author emphasized the importance of practicing visualization regularly. He suggested taking time each day to visualize your goals and desired outcomes, and to use positive affirmations to reinforce your visualizations.

7. Develop a positive attitude

Focus on the good in every situation. Even in challenging situations, there is always something positive to focus on. By looking for the good, you can train your mind to focus on positive thoughts and beliefs.

When I look back on my life, there are some saddest events that happened in my career. However, I realize that these events ultimately helped shape me into the person I am today.

And yes it is too difficult to see positivity when bad things happen.

Old but gold!

So whatever difficulties you face it is better to see a positive side to it. So that you are considering it as a lesson for your life than a failure. My favorite quote of all time also says this

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"Whatever happens, happens for good"

8. Believe in yourself

Self-belief is essential for achieving success, and by cultivating a positive self-image, you can build confidence, motivation, and a positive mindset.To believe in yourself, it is better to

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Focus on your strengths and accomplishments, rather than your weaknesses and failures.

By focusing on your strengths and successes, you can build confidence and a positive self-image.

9. Listen to your inner voice

Be silent for 15 minutes daily. No devices and without doing any actions sit in a quiet place and try to reduce all distractions. After some time you will be hearing your inner voice. Listen and act upon it.

10. Take action

At first, set clear and specific goals for yourself. By setting goals, you can create a clear path towards success and measure your progress along the way.

As I said earlier, We should be breaking down your goals into smaller, more manageable steps. By focusing on small steps, you can build momentum and reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed.

Another strategy suggested was to develop a plan of action for achieving your goals. This plan should include specific actions you will take towards your goals, as well as a timeline for when you will complete each step.

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Persistence and determination in taking action towards your goals.

Setbacks and failures are a natural part of the process, but that by staying committed and persistent, you can overcome obstacles and achieve your desired outcomes.

Conclusion

And there you have it! We've explored the many benefits of positive thinking, from improving your mental and physical health to helping you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life.

But remember, positive thinking isn't just about putting on a smile and pretending everything is perfect. It's about acknowledging challenges and setbacks, but choosing to focus on the good and finding solutions instead of dwelling on the negative.

It takes practice and effort, but with the right mindset and strategies, anyone can cultivate a more positive outlook on life. So, why not start today? Embrace the power of positive thinking and see where it takes you!

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