Positive mindset: Why it’s so important

Sometimes, we get so swept up in life that we often forget how important having a positive mindset is—not just for our bodies or our minds but also for achieving what we want and bringing happiness to those around us. We should not let negative self-talk cloud our judgement of ourselves and others. 

It’s not always going to be easy, and it can be difficult to7, but it works wonders for yourself and, most importantly, your mental health. It’s not always about smiling and looking cheerful all the time; it’s about how you feel about life, your perspective on it, being positive 24/ and how you want to focus on having a good one. 

”Positive thinking is a mental and emotional attitude that focuses on the bright side of life and expects positive results.”

– Remez Sasson

When you have this positive mindset, you will expect the best rather than think it won’t happen. It gives you more courage to continue to pursue your dreams and achieve your goals. Whether it’s getting a new job, taking on a more healthy lifestyle, or applying to colleges, it will make you feel more confident and happy about it.

What can you do to help keep you in a more positive mindset?

It can be quite difficult to be ‘positive.’ There’s always someone out there who you feel is excelling more than you or someone who puts you down. Unfortunately, the world is full of those, and it can be difficult to always stay in that positive mindset, especially if you have a lot going on. There is also so much fear and violence that are thrown at us unexpectedly from every angle.

This makes having a positive mindset even more important because when the world around you is filled with negativity, you can have positive energy.

Be proactive

Often, people and certain circumstances will always have to have your time: phone calls and emails to answer certain expectations from others. So practice being proactive, don’t just instantly react to a situation negatively. Take care of that situation; only then can you decide how you want to live your life and what you want to do.

It’s important not to let others control your life or how you act. Practise being proactive rather than reactive and take control of a situation instead. Take yourself away from that and schedule some of your time; it’s not selfish to want to have time for yourself. Switching off and immersing yourself in whatever you enjoy without worrying about opinions or the outcome is so beneficial. Just live in the moment, don’t be afraid to push the boat out, and realise you have the strength to take control rather than react negatively.

Surround yourself with happiness.

Finding various positive people and a bit of light in your life can sometimes be challenging. But when you see them, it’s worth having them stick around, as they’re the people you want in your life rather than those who listen to the toxic ones—having that support, that good, that person to lift your spirits or that someone to motivate you to keep going when you feel like you’ve failed.

Having that energy leads you to think positively, which makes you happy mentally and physically. Instead of focusing on the ones who complain, moan, or put you down, even if they have been your friend for a long time, focus on those who make you laugh uncontrollably or those who are proud of you for evenings the littlest th. The negative impact they have on you is much more toxic than you think, and that’s why it’s essential to keep those who make you laugh uncontrollably or those who are proud of you for even the littlest things.

Say goodbye to the negative self-talk.

This is the most difficult; we all fall into this trap of talking ourselves down. Not being proud of ourselves, putting the way we look down, or constantly battling with our minds to let that negative self-talk seep through and destroy our self-esteem. But what’s more powerful than that is positivity and the strength, power and outcome it has on anyone.

Could you scrap that negativity, and talk to yourself positively. You’re better than letting your mind take control and put you down because the truth is, as soon as you start saying and believing it, the more it impacts you physically and mentally, and it can become very draining. Be someone you’d be proud of. Be positive about your future aspirations, body, or who you are.

We all have flaws and things we want to change, but that’s not an excuse to put ourselves down constantly. Push it aside, or learn to love it. Don’t talk about people behind their backs; speak to their faces if you have an issue. Don’t be one of these people who talk negatively about people because if you were in their shoes, then you wouldn’t appreciate what they had to say, which would then take a hit to your mental health and let that negative self-talk creep up again. It’s best to talk about your issues face to face and say them maturely rather than gossiping.

Be grateful 

It is being grateful for something that is often misunderstood but one that is vital to feel and think positively. Be thankful for those people in your life who have brought you joy, helped you out when you hit your lowest point, and forgiven your mistakes but love you anyway.

Having that attitude of gratitude is a great way to get you feeling positive instantly. It’s not just about always being happy; let your feelings come through if necessary. Feeling sad and angry is okay; let your emotions do what they must. Whether that’s positive or negative, and let them pass by. You begin to take on that mindset of, whatever happens, I can get through it. Rather than doubting yourself and not thinking you can succeed.

Could you write down all the positive things in your life?

We all have something in life that makes us happy, motivates us, and makes us proud. So, why write a list of all the things you’ve been through in life that have been a positive breakthrough for you? Understanding your feelings and deciding for yourself is your responsibility; happiness is life, not anyone else’s.

Types of traits for a positive mindset

Some of the many traits associated with a positive mindset are acceptance, resilience, gratitude, optimism, consciousness/mindfulness, and integrity.

Acceptance: Not everything will always turn out how you want, but then learn from your mistakes.

Resilience: Do not let disappointment or failure set you back; constantly bounce back from it, and do not give up.

Gratitude: Making sure to appreciate all the good things in life.

Optimism: Making an effort and taking a chance instead of assuming nothing will pay off.

Consciousness/ Mindfulness: Ensuring the mind is aware and enhancing the ability to focus.

Integrity: Being honourable and straightforward instead of just being selfish and deceitful.

Positive attitudes

• I was having that time to enjoy the things I didn’t want but enjoying them anyway.
• It motivates those around you with a positive attitude or something you say.
• She is smiling more and more.
• As soon as you feel yourself fall, pick yourself back up again.
• Understand that relationships are so much more important than materialistic things.
• It is being happy for someone else’s future or successes.
• Despite how bad your current situation is, you are shining a positive light on your future vision.
• Ensuring that you don’t let anyone’s negativity bring you down.
• You are giving more than you expect to get back.
• Never stop being true to yourself.

What are the benefits of having a positive mindset?

Having a positive mindset and outlook on life will not just improve your experience. You will also have more benefits mentally and physically. You may have increased longevity, reduced risk of symptoms from depression, less stress and anxiety, better psychological and physical well-being, reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, and better coping skills when stress or hardship appears.

Better communication with others and better relationships result in a lot of meaning in your life, more happiness, and a sense of purpose. Happiness, a positive attitude, awakens the happiness from within. You don’t have to have much money to be happy and achieve what you want in life. It is down to your attitude; you become so glad when you begin to think positively.

Motivation and positive thinking will help you accomplish those dreams, no matter how long it takes, as long as you reach where you need to go. It makes it easier to do tasks and be proud of your achievements. It’s a beautiful trait to have, pushing you forward and encouraging you to overcome obstacles.

Self-esteem, attitude, and thinking have a lot to do with how you actually feel about yourself. If you adapt to a more positive attitude and think positively, you will have a better opinion of yourself. Being able to love yourself, be good to yourself, and be kind and happy are all ways of thinking positively. Thinking positively also enhances your self-confidence, strength, and courage.