Friday, May 14, 2010

The Power of Positive Thinking

We often hear people say, "Think positively!" to someone who feels depressed or worried. How many people actually stop to think what the power of positive thinking means? Positive thinking is a mental attitude that admits thoughts, words and images that are conducive to growth and success into our minds. It is a mental attitude that expects good and favorable results. A positive mind anticipates happiness, joy, health and a successful outcome of every situation and action. Whatever the mind expects, it finds. Riches, mediocrity and poverty begin in the mind.

What do you say to yourself when you are in front of the mirror each day? Try positive affirmations and tell yourself just how wonderful, smart or funny you are. Replace those negative thoughts with positive ones and be persistent! Change takes time.