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Positive Thinking

A positive mental attitude is one of the most powerful tools a person can have. Optimism and positive thinking can fuel lasting happiness as well as better relationships, and more consistent achievement of personal goals. Check in here for tips and views on the essential practice of positivity.

When Life Gives You Lemons, You Don’t Have to Make Lemonade

March 28, 2023March 16, 2023 by Sam
when life gives you lemons, bowl of fresh lemons and pitcher of lemonade

It’s no doubt one of your favorite things to hear after receiving bad news, experiencing an unfortunate event, or simply having a bad day: “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” As far as encouraging …

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Toxic Positivity: How Shallow Optimism Can Cause Deep Harm

March 31, 2023March 8, 2023 by Sam
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Positive thinking is one of the most bafflingly powerful forces in the known universe. A healthy mix of empirical evidence and anecdotal experience consistently support the idea that a positive attitude can positively impact everything …

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How to Celebrate Life Every Day and Make Each Day Count

October 20, 2022September 13, 2022 by Sam
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Life is brimming with magical holidays, special events, and occasions worth celebrating. But beyond those unique occasions, in the space in between, lies something even more precious: the joy of celebrating life every day. Each …

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Recognizing Optimism Bias: Are You an Irrational Optimist?

October 20, 2022May 27, 2022 by Sam
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Would you believe that the average person expects to live a better-than-average life? The math doesn’t add up, but this skewed perception is quite common. This gap between perception and reality is due to a …

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12 Quotes About Optimism From Around the World

October 20, 2022May 5, 2022 by Sam
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One of the most incredible things about world travel is the ongoing discovery of fresh perspectives, ideas, and worldviews. Immersing yourself in a new culture can introduce you to a great diversity of thought. Yet, …

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It’s not a Tiger: Conquering Negativity Bias

October 20, 2022November 10, 2021 by Sam
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Last weekend, while visiting a town a few hours away, I got into a pickle with a parking spot. It was a pretty pesky parking pickle, to be honest with you. And thanks to negativity …

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Realistic Optimism for Skeptics and Grumps

March 27, 2023May 20, 2021 by Sam
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Have you ever called someone out for being a negative Nancy and gotten this gem in reply: “I’m not a pessimist; I’m a realist!” I never liked the suggestion that you can’t think positively and …

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The Superpower of Optimism: 8 Amazing Benefits of Positive Thinking

December 12, 2022August 21, 2020 by Sam
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It’s tough to overstate the monumental impact of positive thinking. What many are quick to wave off as simply ‘being cheerful’ is really a daily practice that can have a wildly transformative effect on one’s …

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15 Self-Love Affirmations to Remind You Why You’re Awesome

January 26, 2023June 11, 2020 by Sam
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Okay, Friend, I’ll get right to it: I don’t know you. At least not entirely. But that’s okay because I know enough about you to say this: I think you’re awesome and deserve to love …

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Overcoming the Scarcity Mindset and Living a Life of Abundance

October 20, 2022May 22, 2020 by Sam
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A few years ago, when I started writing down the ideas that would eventually form this blog, I didn’t really know where I was going with it. I just knew there were ideas I was …

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