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How to Turn Negative Self-Talk Into Positive Self-Talk
Negative self-talk… So many people today struggle with negative self-talk. For many, it comes naturally and it can be hard to detect. Oftentimes, negativity has become such a habit that people can’t always catch themselves when they’re dealing with negative self-talk–and that is a horrible thing. Negative Self-Talk: Comparison Examples of negative self-talk come in many forms. In fact, some of the hardest forms of negative self-talk have to do with comparison. Everyone knows that we shouldn’t compare ourselves to others, yet we often find ourselves doing it anyway, and it can truly diminish your own happiness and success. As the saying goes, “Don’t compare your chapter one to someone…
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How to Stay Positive In Difficult Situations
Even the most optimistic people can begin to turn into hard-core pessimists when an important event is near. I understand. I am considered an optimistic person and always happy (nickname Saint Nikki). But I even get down a bit sometimes! It’s really human nature to try and brace ourselves for the worst. but it can lead to a lot of undue stress, anxiety, and outright unhappiness–and that’s why staying positive is so important, especially when things don’t necessarily go your way. Whether it’s a job opportunity or medical test results, if you are finding it hard to stay positive in a situation, try these tips. Will It Matter in a…
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How to Stay Positive By Being More Present
Have you ever walked to your car and couldn’t recall locking the door on your way out? How about taking your morning route to work and arriving only to realize that a big block of your trip is gone from your memory? It’s actually quite scary if you think about it, but it’s a phenomenon that affects everyone. With today’s world being so fast-paced yet often so monotonous, it’s becoming easier and easier for us to live outside of the moment and for our minds to wander inward, especially as we go about routine tasks. Why Aren’t We Living in the Moment? Unfortunately, this can lead to many problems. While…
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Does Positive Thinking Really Work?
The old saying “mind over matter” holds a lot of meaning today. In a world filled with negativity, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and discouraged in day-to-day life. But, countless studies have shown that positive thinking truly can have a positive effect on how you feel. It’s really a no-brainer: when you think positive thoughts, you are going to put yourself in a positive state of mind where you are more apt to see things in a better perspective. Perspective Matters Perspective really does have a major influence over how things make you feel, so thinking positive thoughts can help truly brighten your whole world. The key is to catch…
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Don't Forget Your Financial Goals!
As we have covered throughout this month, people set goals for all kinds of activities. Yet, one of the most important, i.e., financial goals, often gets overlooked. It’s amazing how many people haven’t set up a budget or are not putting away enough for their retirement. Don’t Forget Your Budget Always create a budget and try to stick with it. This isn’t to say you can’t alter the budget if something isn’t working out. But, staying on track requires that you keep your expenses lower than your income. When you create your budget, bear in mind that you don’t want to cut out everything that you enjoy. You want to…
