Positive thinking abridged version for class

POSITIVE THINKING&

PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS

- - t.m.ramani

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POSITIVE THINKING & PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Positive thinking is a mental attitude

It anticipates:

happiness, JoyGood healthsuccess and favorable outcomes in every situation or

action you do.

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A positive outlook can help you to cope better with stressful situations and can change your life for the better

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Through the power of positive thinking, your power of subconscious mind, and energy reach high levels which allow you to achieve things very easily. This is the secret of the power of positive thinking.


Positive and negative thinking are both contagious

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We can be positive or negative, enthusiastic or dull, active or passive

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Aim high and do your best.


"Most folks are about as happy as theymake up their minds to be."

Abraham Lincoln


Why think positively?

Ever wondered why some people find learning an enjoyable and exciting experience? Why are some people disinterested and find it an unpleasant experience while others use it merely as a road to fetch a good job?

The difference between these people lies in their attitude and their approach towards life.

Your mindset plays a huge role in every aspect of your life.

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Your mind can control your body for better or for worse. A negative mindset can mar your life while a positive mindset can make your life happy and peaceful. The choice is yours!

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People around you pick your mental moods and are affected accordingly. Think about happiness, good health and success, and you will cause people to like you and desire to help you, because they enjoy the

vibrations that a positive mind emits.

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Positive Branch Managers create successful departments and organizations through infusing positive energy. Their teams are performing, happy and their bonding is better. This is not the fact with other teams.


Benefits of positive thinking

Decreases stress. Helps you cope better in stressful

situations. Strengthens your Immune System Reduces the risk of certain diseases. Improves your self-esteem and confidence

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Benefits of positive thinking

Brings inner peace, Happiness and a sense of well-being. Motivates you to accomplish your goals. Helps you have greater inner strength and

energy. Helps you live longer.

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Ways to develop positive thinking

You cannot change your thoughts and attitude overnight. Positive thinking takes practice.

Persistence would make your mind to think positively and ignore negative thoughts.

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Listen to your inner voice

Listening to your inner voice or instincts is one of the most common ways to develop positive thinking. Whenever any negative thoughts enter your mind, try to replace it with a constructive one.

For example, “I won’t be able to do it” will be put forward as “I will do it”. Practice this regularly and you will soon be able to master your mind.


Learn to meditate

Meditation calms your mind and relaxes your body Meditation gives you inner strength, peace of mind, relaxation and a sense of bliss, which will help you to think positively

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Always see the brighter side of life

Try to believe that everything happens for a reason and embrace the concept that something good will come out of every situation that momentarily seems bad. Always look on the bright side of life and it will work wonders for you.

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Learn to communicate effectively

Not saying the things you feel can give a sense of frustration, anxiety and anger, thus giving way to negative thoughts. Hence, communication is an important aspect of positive thinking


Believe in yourself

Believe in yourself and your capabilities to become more confident. Make a positive commitment to yourself and to the people around you. Praise yourself and be enthusiastic.

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Tips to positive thinking

•Be optimistic and expect favorable outcomes in every situation. •Cultivate the habit of reading inspiring books.

•Find reasons to smile more often. It’s a

great stress buster.

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Tips to positive thinking

• Try to use positive words, e.g. “I can”, “it will be done”, “it is possible” while thinking and talking.

• Engage yourself in enjoyable recreational activities.

• Interact with people who have a positive outlook in life.

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Before you start something, think about the successful outcome. Don’t go into a marketing proposal thinking “The client’s really not going to bank with us,” even if you’ve had bad experiences in the past. The more positive spin you can put on the outcome, the more likely you are to make that sale

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Physical activity can truly change the way your brain is wired. It releases the endorphins you need to keep a positive attitude, so if you can, schedule regular exercise sessions.

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Commitment

Make a positive commitment to yourself, to learning, work, family, friends, nature, and other worthwhile causes. Praise yourself and others. Dream of success. Be

enthusiastic


Control

Keep your mind focused on important things. Set goals and priorities for what you think and do. Visualize to practice your actions. Develop a strategy for dealing with problems. Learn to relax. Enjoy successes.

Be honest with yourself.


Challenge

Be courageous. Change and improve each day. Try new things. Meet new people. Ask lots of questions.. Be optimistic

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