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It’s Monday, and this week I have a very special menu for you: Positive Thinking

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The Power of Thoughts

You are what you think! Our thoughts have the ability to influence how we feel and perhaps even what will happen in the future.

Studies have demonstrated that both positive and negative thinking can impact your physical and mental health. But what precisely happens when we start to think positively? 🤔 

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Positive Thinking

What is positive thinking? Thinking positively means approaching stressful or negative situations with a positive outlook. Instead of getting crushed by the crisis or setback, you are able to see beyond it.

Problems will appear easier to deal with, and you will approach them in a more optimistic and productive manner. It is no magic, but you might be surprised by the health benefits of positive thinking. 😉 

Positive thinking can…

• decrease the risk of heart attacks and heart disease.

• lower the risk of dying from strokes, cancer, infections, and respiratory diseases.

• improve the quality of life. 📈

• aid you in recovering faster.

• help you with stress management and improve coping skills.

🗝️ : Positive thinking is not a given. It is a skill that must be learned and practiced on a consistent basis. When applied on a daily basis, it can improve your overall quality of life.

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How to Think Positive

Here are some techniques to help you start training your brain to think positively:

• 😄 Smile more (even fake smiling is proven to have health benefits).

• 🔍️ Focus on the good things.

• 🙏 Practice gratitude.

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Surround yourself with positive people.

• 🗨️ Practice positive self-talk.

My tip: Do whatever works best for you. If you can begin your day with a positive thought, you've won.