Positive In = Positive Out

Here’s more Nice News in the form of CBT's (see prior post explaining that here) positivity mindset techniques:

Positivity plays a significant role in well-being. The benefits range from improved cardiovascular health to better coping skills and more.

It is 100% possible to foster an optimistic outlook, even for those who tend toward a "glass half-empty" way of thinking. By consistently practicing the science-backed exercises and techniques outlined below, anyone can make positive thinking a habit and shift their perspective for the better.​

• Challenge Negative Self-Talk

Something this can be hard. If you find that flipping the script from negative to positive self talk, try adding things like. “I’m learning to…” or “I am trying to…”. Start neutral and go from there!

 

• Look for the humor

• Implement a Growth Mindset

• Affirmations (my favorite affirmations card deck can be found here)

Another hard one some times. Printing these out and keep them around for when you may not be feeling it but the outside reminder is there to remind you how amazing you are!

 

• The "Three Good Things" Exercise

From Berkeley:

Time Required

10 minutes/day for at least one week.

How to Do It

Each day for at least one week, write down three things that went well for you today, and provide an explanation for why they went well. It is important to create a physical record of your items by writing them down; this can be more helpful than simply doing this exercise in your head. The items can be small, everyday events or more important milestones (e.g., “my partner made the coffee today,” "My grandparents were happy when I brought them groceries," or “I earned a big promotion”). To make this exercise part of your daily routine, some find that writing before bed is helpful.

Another printable to help master this skill because I love them!