Optimism as a tool

Optimism as a Tool

Those who see the glass as half full seem to be more fascinating, enjoy better health, and live longer!

How is it that some always see the glass as half empty, while others always see it as half full? How is it that certain people always seem so optimistic and positive? And why do negative people love the company of others to share their woes and complain about their luck in life?

Maintaining a positive attitude is essential for your overall health. Have you noticed that negative people get sick more often? That’s because mental attitude has a lot to do with physical health. It especially affects your cardiovascular health and can even influence your life expectancy.

Method

So… what can you do to acquire a more positive attitude if you don’t have one, or to maintain it, or even improve the one you already have? Try these simple yet effective suggestions:

• Adopt an attitude of gratitude. – Instead of always looking at what you don’t have, look at what you do have and be thankful. Positivity breeds positivity, and the same goes for negativity.

• Be helpful to others – Those who offer help to others achieve two things: they tend to forget their own problems and help someone in need.

• Use positive affirmations – Stop that voice in your head that says, “You are less than…” and replace it with good feelings you have about yourself, such as, “I am a good friend.” “I am not afraid because I have faith.” “I enjoy many blessings.”

• Eat well – Instead of reaching for sugary snacks that make you think they will make you feel better, reach for some raw vegetables instead.

• Get enough rest: It’s hard to be positive when you’re irritable because you haven’t had enough hours of sleep. Make sure you rest enough to recharge!

• Exercise – The benefits of exercise have been proven time and again – When you exercise, chemicals known as endorphins, “the feel-good hormones,” are released in your brain.

• Reduce stress, to the extent that you can, try to alleviate the stress in your life and distance yourself from sources that stress you out, whether they are toxic family members or situations over which you have little control.

And by all means – keep your scheduled chiropractic appointments! Many of our members tell us that they feel better mentally and emotionally as a result of their regular adjustments. Stress affects us in many ways, so we must start with our attitudes and continue to move toward finding our health, so be proactive!